We would like to invite you to join the Central Oklahoma Chapter of the American Society for Training & Development (ASTD). 

Membership in the chapter is open to those who have interests or responsibilities in training, human resources development, and workplace learning and performance and who are interested in advancing the objective of the chapter and the Society.  We have an exciting year planned for 2009 with monthly speakers on various invigorating topics. Take a look at our calendar – every monthly topic encompasses training on core competencies by an experienced, highly knowledgeable speaker.

ASTD is the world’s largest association dedicated to workplace learning and performance professionals. You can have access to a wealth of professional resources including research tools, national membership opportunities and professional development workshops, as well as endless opportunities to network with colleagues from right next door.  Our members work in organizations of all sizes, in government, as independent consultants, and suppliers.

Your membership in the American Society for Training and Development - on a local or national level - provides you with instant access to a variety of services and benefits.

The Central Oklahoma Chapter is your local link to the national ASTD, the world's largest nonprofit association of training and development professionals. Your chapter membership audments your national membership, providing valuable products, services and access to leadership and networking opportunities in your area.

Have I peaked your interest? As a local Chapter member, you will meet experts from associations, business and industry, education, government, independent consultants, and more.

Local Chapter Membership Dues are $50.00 per calendar year.
A Special Corporate Discount is available with 5 Memberships for $200.00, with additional memberships at $40!
Student Dues are $25.00 per calendar year, with 9 or more credit hours.

You will enjoy many benefits including:

• reduced rate on monthly meetings and workshops  
• access to website Members Only area
• online Membership Directory and reduced price mailing list 
• showcase the latest developments, training trends, and resources
• meet and interact with other training professionals in the area
• learn what works in other organizations
• resource and reference advice
• leadership and professional development
• career information & professional networking opportunities
• sponsor a meeting or advertise your services or products

COC-ASTD is a non-profit 501(c) (3) Oklahoma corporation.

Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions or concerns regarding the benefits you will receive as a member – vpmembership@astdokc.org. We look forward to you joining our chapter!