CERTIFICATION PROGRAM
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ASDP Certification Program.
ASDP offers a certification and educational program to recognize, evaluate, and train professionals who work to ensure their organization meets its Supplier Diversity goals. Once you complete an ASDP program, your certificate demonstrates your ability to create and manage a world-class Supplier Diversity Program.
Certified Supplier Diversity Professionals will also gain access to ASDP’s extensive professional network. This network collaborates to address challenges in the Supplier Diversity field, communicate best practices, stay up to date on new regulations, and build camaraderie in the field.
Increasing emphasis of supplier diversity requirements from government and commercial businesses necessitates standardized practices, regulatory compliance, and accurate reporting. ASDP is the premier organization for Supplier Diversity Professionals seeking comprehensive professional development.
Prerequisite for certification is successful completion of certification exam (70% or better).
ASDP certification is valid for three (3) years from the date of the exam, after which the certification must be renewed either by attending another class or completing the re-certification process. More information on the re-certification process can be found under the Certification Tab, “Certification Renewal Re-Certification”.
After you complete the full training and pass your exam, you have three (3) years of certification status. In the third year, you can apply to renew. Your recertification status applies for three (3) more years. After three (3) years, you are required to retake the full training (full cycle – 6 years).
Get Certified.
ASDP offers a certification and educational program to recognize, evaluate, and train professionals who work to ensure their organization meets its Supplier Diversity goals.
“A powerhouse training for Small Business Liaison Officers. Put on your thinking cap and join the group for energetic sessions and conversation.”
“This training is excellent for attendees of all levels. The instructors are excellent and committed to the small business cause, as are each of the attendees.”
“This class will give you the background and tools needed to build your Supplier Diversity Program within your organization. It is a must-have for new and experienced Small Business Liaison Officers to not only gain the information needed to succeed as a professional but to meet others and network along the way.”
“This was one of the best professional training programs I have taken. Thorough, engaging and relevant!”
“I am the VP of Supply Chain for a company that builds automation and tooling for aerospace. We recently went from being a small business to being classified as large overnight. In order to satisfy the flow down requirements of our customers, we needed to get training on how to properly establish this protocol within our organization. This class was very helpful in getting us on the way.”
“I am so thankful my organization values our Small Business Diversity program and encouraged us to take this course! I could not have asked for a better learning experience! I have been a designated Small Business Liaison Officer for seven years now and there was a great mix of refresher material and new material that I don't deal with all of the time; plus, they highlighted new and upcoming changes! Best 2 1/2 days of training!!!”
“This is the most extensive, beneficial training I have attended to date as it pertains to my role as Small Business Liaison Officer. So glad I found ASDP!!”
“If you are a newly assigned Small Business Liaison Officer, or have been mandated to fulfill the Small Business Liaison Officer role, then this course is for you. The Alliance of Supplier Diversity Professionals offers the tools to increase your confidence in your new role. They also offer networking opportunities so that you can communicate with other people in your industry and never feel alone. Spread the word. ASDP’s guide to program excellence is a must for all Small Business Liaison Officers.”
“The overall training was excellent, including the energy level and knowledge of the instructors. I learned a lot from the training.”
“The ASDP training was intense and provided an in-depth explanation of rules and regulations that must be abided by. It gave us opportunities to network with other professionals, providing a strong connection to others in similar careers. I thoroughly enjoyed the class!”
“My 4th time re-certifying. I always learn something new. The trainers are great and the subjects pertinent and well presented. Great networking options, as well.”
“The classroom instruction fostered focus on the material and dialog with other students. In-depth discussions and problem solving while in a group setting was very stimulating. The instructors were seasoned practitioners with a wealth of knowledge and experience. The bonus was developing a larger peer group of small business advocates that understand the challenges and rewards of supplier diversity.”
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