Member Benefits
ASTD Members receive exclusive publications, research, networking opportunities, and discounts on ASTD products, publications, and events. Below is a summary of the member exclusive products and services that are available to you when you Join ASTD.
For more information, download the latest member benefit brochure and application.
News Services
T+D Magazine (12/yr)
Regular features and practical views on industry trends, best practices, career development, product reviews and more; includes access to online archive.
T+D Webcasts
Discuss the hottest topic and trends from T+D Magazine live with industry experts. Webcasts are archived for viewing at your convenience.
The Buzz (weekly)
Quick-read email summaries of the latest training news from esteemed periodicals, journals, and magazines.
ASTD Links (monthly)
This email highlights ASTD's latest research, public policy initiatives, chapter and member news.
execuBooks (weekly)
Crisp, concise summaries of must-read business literature; includes weekly emails and access to online archives.
Research
ASTD State of the Industry Report (annual)
The most comprehensive set of data available on workplace learning and performance investments and practices in the U.S. - a great tool to benchmark and leverage your training.
New!
Workplace Learning and Performance Scorecard (WLP)
Collect your data and benchmark your experiences against hundreds of organizations. Plan, budget, and project outcomes better than ever before. Industry-specific reports available.
Trainlit Literature Database
Searchable database of over 20,000 training books and articles from 1983 to the present.
HR White Papers
Internet database featuring useful "how to" reports that cover functional areas of human resources.
Hot Topics
A reading list of important training literature; often features links to full-text articles, tools, job aids, and web resources.
Networking, Career, and Professional Development
ASTD Connect
Create a profile of professional and personal interests and connect virtually with ASTD members with similar interests. Safely exchange email, share files, find mentors, and much more.
ASTD Member Directory
Directory of ASTD members searchable by name, company, title, and location.
ASTD Career Center
Includes the ASTD Job Bank, career development resources, job hunting tips, career coaches, and resume experts.
Area of Expertise Webcasts
The AOE Webcast series introduces you to the ASTD Learning System’s nine area-of-expertise modules and gives you a sense of the scope and depth of each and of the system as a whole. These webcasts are ideal for enhancing your personal knowledge as well as studying for the CPLP™ knowledge-based exam.
Personal Benefits
Discounts on ASTD Products and Services
Members can purchase products from the ASTD Online Store at significant discounts. Members register for any and all ASTD conferences, workshops, and certificate programs at special member-only rates, as well as CPLP™ application and testing fees.
Affinity Benefits
To better serve our members, ASTD has created partnerships with industry leaders in insurance, credit, travel, and more. Partner companies include:
- Assurant Group Health
- GEICO auto insurance
- Gallup Business Journal
- Visa® Credit Card through Bank of America
