Accredited Africa Training Institute for Capacity Development

Accredited Africa Training Institute for Capacity Development - Providing International Training Courses in South Africa

Certified Talent Practitioner

The Certified Talent Practitioner (CTP) course is a practical and intensive 5-day program aimed at HR professionals and talent management practitioners looking to develop actionable skills in managing the full talent lifecycle. Combining real-world case studies with hands-on exercises, this course focuses on talent acquisition, development, engagement, and retention strategies. Participants will leave with the tools to create a talent strategy aligned with organizational goals and to implement best practices that enhance the overall employee experience.

Prerequisites:

  • Basic understanding of HR principles.
  • 1 year of experience in HR or related roles (recommended).
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Who Can Attend:

  • HR professionals transitioning into or specializing in talent management.
  • Managers responsible for hiring, onboarding, and talent development.
  • Talent acquisition specialists, recruiters, HR business partners.
  • Individuals transitioning into HR roles with a focus on talent management.
  • Consultants offering talent management services.

Course Objectives:

  1. Equip participants with practical talent management skills to drive organizational success.
  2. Design and implement efficient talent acquisition, onboarding, and retention strategies.
  3. Understand and apply data analytics to enhance talent management processes.
  4. Foster employee engagement and develop talent management programs that align with business goals.
  5. Ensure compliance with legal and ethical standards in talent management.
  6. Build leadership and succession planning frameworks to ensure long-term business success.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  1. Implement efficient and effective talent management strategies in their organizations.
  2. Develop practical approaches to attract, engage, and retain top talent.
  3. Analyze HR data to improve talent management outcomes and forecast talent needs.
  4. Drive employee performance through well-structured onboarding, development, and retention programs.
  5. Design talent management processes that align with legal requirements and ethical practices.
  6. Build a leadership pipeline to support succession and long-term organizational growth

Location:

South Africa

Training Dates:

Each course starts every Monday of each week. Please book your training on a date that is a Monday.

Course Duration: 1 Week

Unit Standard: 252029

NQF Level: 05

Number of Credits: 8


Course Fees

Note: Please fill in the online application form on the left or bottom if this page to receive a quotation with detailed pricing from AATICD.

How to Apply:

To Apply Simply Fill in the Online Enquiries / Applications form on the Right Sidebar or Bottom of this website https://www.aaticd.co.za

NB:

When filling the online application form; please take note of your desired Training Month, Duration in Weeks and Training Session. This will give us the exact dates you will be attending your classes.

Also note that Tuition Fees must be paid upfront on or before training start date. This is to ensure that all resources are made availabe for you before you start. You will not be allowed into training if fees are not paid and verified.

Also note that Tuition Fees Cancellations must be made 14 business working days before the starting date of training. This will allow us to do a 50% refund of the total amount paid. If cancellations are made thereafter note that no refund will be made to delegates.

Tuition Fees include teas and lunch as well as either a laptop or tablet which a delegate will take home free of charge.

Tuition Fee DOES NOT include Accommodation, Dinners and other Extra Curricular Activities or Incidentals. Delegates are expected to fund this on their own. AATICD will not be held accountable for any incidents to delegates.

In-House Trainings are also available for 3 or more delegates for any duration. Please consult with our Administration for such In-House training bookings.


Course Outline

Day 1: Strategic Talent Acquisition and Recruitment

  • Strategic Workforce Planning and Talent Forecasting
  • Job Branding: Creating a Compelling Employer Brand
  • Effective Sourcing and Recruiting Techniques
  • Real-World Recruitment Challenges and Solutions
  • Practical Session: Crafting Job Ads and Designing a Candidate Experience Journey

Day 2: Effective Onboarding and Employee Engagement

  • Designing Practical and Impactful Onboarding Programs
  • Creating a Culture of Engagement from Day One
  • Strategies to Boost Employee Morale and Productivity
  • Case Study: Successful Onboarding Programs in Action
  • Practical Session: Building an Onboarding Checklist and Engagement Plan

Day 3: Talent Development and Performance Management

  • Identifying Development Needs and Opportunities
  • Building Career Pathways and Development Plans
  • Practical Performance Management: Tools and Techniques
  • Coaching for Success: Developing Talent through Feedback
  • Practical Session: Developing a Performance Review Template and Talent Development Plan

Day 4: Employee Retention and Succession Planning

  • Retention Strategies that Work: Compensation, Culture, and Beyond
  • Creating Career Growth and Succession Planning Pipelines
  • Identifying and Nurturing High-Potential Employees
  • Case Study: Real-World Retention and Succession Planning Examples
  • Practical Session: Designing a Retention Strategy and Succession Plan

Day 5: Talent Analytics and Legal Considerations

  • Leveraging Data and Analytics for Better Talent Management Decisions
  • Key HR Metrics to Track and Analyze
  • HR Technology Solutions for Talent Management
  • Legal Compliance: Understanding Employment Laws and Ethical Issues
  • Practical Session: Building a Basic Talent Dashboard with Key Metrics

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