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Our Mission

Learning and Development is at the heart of every successful organization. It shows the right direction to organizations and individuals to meet personal as well as collective goals. It is through the right training that employees can acquire new knowledge, skills and attitudes that enable them to perform more efficiently and effectively. We, at CTPD, believe that Learning and Development is a vital aspect of professional education and development and we help organizations help plan and implement training courses, workshops or events to attain the set goals and objectives.

Educate and Empower yourself as an Accomplished Trainer with CTPD

We, at Centre for Training and Professional Development (CTPD), drive continuous learning through effective Learning and Development programs and prepare aspirants for leadership functions requiring a strategic understanding of varied training designs and delivery. We understand the needs of today's organizations and provide the expertise to fuel Learning and Development initiatives for individuals and organizations and set the ball rolling for you to reach your full potential.

Our programs are especially beneficial for those looking for new training and gain skills and practices. When employees are engaged in learning and development, organizations benefit from the enhanced skill and knowledge of their employees.

Mission

Centre for Training and Professional Development (CTPD) is a modern and innovative training institution in Asia committed to excellence in providing highest quality L & D training programs and a great platform for aspiring and experienced trainers, potential global educators, training managers, instructional designers and entrepreneurs refining our focus on designing tailor-made training programs which will lead them towards a successful training and management career while striving to be a L & D leader by the year 2022.

Prepare for a career transcending training

We fulfill this mission by constantly designing customized courses and bringing in new elements by constantly challenging the participants' minds and readying them for a career transcending training. Our certificate and courses are approved and accredited by many international and reputed educational organizations. The fact that almost all our trainees have been placed in different parts of the world in different training contexts shows the recognition that CTPD programs have across the globe.

Governing Body

Global diversity has brought in a lot of changes in the ways of training and learning and development is also evolving with every single day. Training is considered to be a highly specialized field today in India and around the world and training quality is one of the vital factors in education. The Governing Body of Asian College of Teachers is dedicated to give teaching and training in India a new dimension by offering personalized and customized to what people really need — providing specific training to drive improvement in performance. The focus is on quality and all training related matters from training needs assessment to evaluation and feedback systematically monitored by some of the most experienced trainers and academicians.

We, at CTPD, help develop and shape a learning strategy based on the company’s business and talent strategies. Our workshops or online courses are tailored to support professional development and build skills across the organization. We design our L&D courses to align with an organization’s overall priorities. The role of trainers has been constantly evolving and an array of factors like good communication skills, the ability to convey knowledge through modern training methods and developing individual skills besides knowledge of the subject matter remain the main focus for today’s trainers. This has led to constant research and development on Learning and Development and the introduction of improvised techniques and improved methodologies.

CTPD a division of Asian College of Teachers (ACT) is an ISO 9001-2015 certified company. It is also a brand of Asia Teachers Training Co., Limited, Thailand which has been into school experience programs and teacher training since 2008. ACT is a brand name of Asian College of Teachers Ltd, UK as well and its registration number in UK is 9939942.

Centre For Training and Professional Development (CTPD) includes a governing body by engaging some of the great academicians, Corporates, thought leaders who share their knowledge and expertise to create a community which will set a new direction for teacher training and education. CTPD aims to provide a superior quality professional training which will meet new challenges and produce expert teaching professionals who can competently fulfill his/her professional function and display knowledge and practical skills under any given situation. ACT is always working to improve their training quality, develop relevant skills and incorporate the latest methods in their curriculum by continuous research and development.

The Governing Body comprises of a Board of Academics which organizes meets on a regular basis thus giving teachers a chance to gain and share knowledge.

Activities of the Governing Body: -

We believe in making our courses available to teaching professionals across the globe and provide them with outstanding learning and employment related courses which will lead them towards a successful teaching career. We have 25 to 30 teachers/trainers and professionals in our core team who are deeply involved in dispersing their expertise and experience.

CTPD successfully conducts conferences for all in-house as well as external academicians in the major cities in India as well as in Bangkok.
CTPD plans to develop of E-Magazine where our venture can be shared globally.
Our trainers also conduct various workshops, with the presence of guest lecturers as well where participants who want to learn the new methods of teaching, can attend to upgrade their skills and share their individual experiences.
You can also be a lifelong member of CTPD by availing the respective membership.

Our Story and History

Introduction

We, at Centre for Training and Professional Development (CTPD) – a division of Asian College of Teachers (ACT), drive continuous learning through effective Learning and Development programs and prepare aspirants for leadership functions requiring a strategic understanding of varied training designs and delivery.
We understand the needs of today's organizations and provide the expertise to fuel Learning and Development initiatives for individuals and organizations and set the ball rolling for you to reach your full potential.
Our programs are beneficial for those looking to gain new training skills and practices as well as for those experienced trainers who are looking to maximize the value of their existing skills and add more to their repertoire. When employees are engaged in learning and development, organizations benefit from the enhanced skill and knowledge of their employees and we at CTPD help you to design engaging training sessions by imparting advanced training on the science of teaching and intensive coaching professionals.

Awards and Accolades

Asian College of Teachers received the Global Achievers’ Award for Excellence in Education by Indian Achievers Forum, India and Global Achievers Award Thailand (jointly in association with Indo-Thai Chamber of Commerce) in Bangkok in 2016. ACT has also been recognized by Indian Education Congress in the 7th National Convention on Business of Education conferring Asian College of Teachers – Best Vocational Education Institute of the Year – Teacher Training on Excellence in Education on 7th February, 2017 in New Delhi and awarded with the Skill Learning Award at the 8th National Awards on Excellence in Education by the Indian Education Congress on 13th February, 2018 for the second time in a row.
ACT also featured in GoAbroad's Top Rated Organizations & Programs for two years in a row - 2016 & 2017 for its coveted TEFL programs. ACT has been listed among “The 10 Best Vocational Education and Training Institutes in India 2018” by esteemed The Knowledge Review magazine and among the 'Top 10 Promising Institutes for Distance Learning' in India for the year 2018 for the second time in a row as per the Higher Education Review India Magazine. More recently, Asian College of Teachers has been named among the ‘10 Most Trustworthy Companies to Watch for in 2020’ by the esteemed Business Sight Magazine. It had also received the prestigious Community Choice Awards 2019, (Teach Abroad category) by www.gooverseas.com where winners were selected by 1,000,000+ strong community, based on their program reviews. ACT was also featured in GoAbroad’s Top Rated TEFL Certification Organization of 2018 being the 3rd time that ACT received this recognition from GoAbroad. Asian College of Teachers has won the prestigious IESA Award on 22nd February, 2020 in Bangkok for being the "Outstanding Teacher Education/Training College". International Education Summit and Awards conferred this award on ACT for its significant contribution in the field of teacher training.

Who Should Attend

Accomplished academicians comprise our Board of Academics
We, at ACT believe that classroom teaching irrespective of the age group of your students is a challenging task and the intricate demands of teaching 21st century learners call for accomplished teachers and trainers who can engage students in an orderly and productive learning environment. Our Board of Academics, that governs curriculum, comprise of accomplished academicians from varied fields who boast of academic integrity and valuable insights with extensive wisdom and experience which add tremendous value to our teacher training courses. These scholars have not only developed courses, but strategies aimed at aspiring teachers who can utilize these concepts in their teaching finally preparing them for diverse classrooms.

ACT has worldwide associations with schools and professional bodies

ACT has associations with various schools and professional bodies in India and all over the world ranging from Qatar to China and also offers special package for group admission in case of bulk enrolment from schools, other educational institutions and corporate houses. Asian College of Teachers is committed to provide learning to future educators/trainers which will be an experience that is meaningful as well as beneficial for them. We provide training that will prepare aspiring as well as working teaching/training professionals for new roles and responsibilities and acquaints them with the emerging trends in the field of teaching and training.

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Accreditation

Accreditation

CTPD is the corporate training wing of Asian College of Teachers, which boasts of a strong global presence with an impressive 40,000+ enrolments and an array of national and international awards in its kitty. CTPD’s vast range of training and development programs have been accredited by Training Qualifications UK, a British Awarding Body and Qfqual regulated awarding organisation in the United Kingdom. Likewise, some of our courses have been endorsed by the European International University, Paris, and CTPD operates in collaboration with the Microsoft Certified Educator Program introduced by Microsoft. Additionally, CTPD’s courses are endorsed by the Global Training Federation (GTF), which supports organisations by creating more training competencies to the highest level by emphasising on training methods and continuous trainer development. CTPD is also an organisational member of the Association for Coaching, which supports institutions with Continuous Professional Development, Events, Conferences, Skills Development Workshops and Webinars.
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Worldwide-Presence

Worldwide Presence

CTPD is a global brand with its footprints in different corners of the world. CTPD continues its success story of earning accolades for its Train the Trainers in various parts of the world like South East Asian countries like Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia and Indonesia, Middle East and South Africa. Besides, we receive applications from Europe, America, Asia, Australia and New Zealand which speak volumes about our global presence. With affordable fees and easy access to our varied courses, CTPD provides the trainees with the knowledge and competencies so that they are confident enough to engage the new-age learners. Our websites cater to the specific needs of our applicants residing in the different parts of the globe. Whether you are from Russia, China, Nepal or from the UAE, we have our exclusive websites so that you get a thorough idea about our presence, services and specially tailored courses.

 
 
 
 
 
 
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Opportunities

Opportunities

CTPD’s extensive programs explore an eclectic range of training and development methodologies and topics that will enable corporate trainers, soft skill trainers, teachers, instructional designers, and supervisors to have a firm of understanding of how to utilise 21st century learning, analyse organisational training needs, study adult learning needs, design engaging activities, render effectual feedback, and ensure that the learning from the training sessions are transferred to the real jobs. Moreover, trainers will learn how to measure the returns procured from their respective training sessions, and evaluate their effectiveness. These learnings will equip the trainers to deliver successful training sessions, which will benefit their organisation. Moreover, aspiring trainers will become more eligible to opt for training jobs, whereas supervisors and soft skill trainers will largely benefit their learners, hence forging the path for further promotion or better job opportunities. Importantly, CTPD will offer placement support and career guidance to all its students.
 
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Our Academic Body

Centre for Training and Professional Development’s Academic Board is comprised of accomplished and experienced teaching professionals from diverse backgrounds as Associate Academic Directors.

Dr Margaret Davitt Maughan

Associate Director – Curriculum and Instructions

Dr Margaret Davitt Maughan is a Senior Educator with Ed.D. Leadership, from the University of San Francisco and 35 years of experience in classrooms, curriculum development and interdisciplinary studies. She has the expertise in instructional organization and the ability to make the subject useful. She has taught varied courses over the course of her long teaching career like Curriculum and Instruction for Secondary Schools, Historical and Social Foundations, Educational Psychology for Secondary Teachers, Physical Education, Curriculum and Methods for Elementary Social Studies Teachers, Contemporary Educational Issues, Diversity in the Classroom, Ethics and Leadership, Philosophy of Education, Organizational Management.

Dr Sanjib Chakraborty

Dean and Lead trainer, Asian College of Teachers

Dr. Sanjib Chakraborty (Neil) is a PhD in Management Science from University of Hertfordshire, UK with two Masters - in Education (M.Ed in Curriculum & Instruction Design) and in Business Administration. He is a Diploma holder in Learning & Development, CIPD, UK, a Certified L&D Practitioner from British Institute of Learning & Development, UK and a Certified Trainer from Singapore Institute of Management, Singapore.

Ms. Kuhurina Basu

Academic Head, Asian College of Teachers

A passionate, competent, dynamic and highly motivated professional with a rich and varied teaching experience who has gained experience within different practical and development roles along with over thirty years of teaching experience in English, Psychology and Economics and ten years of administrative experience in leading a team, including school project management, content and curriculum development, teaching special needs students and teacher training.

Ms. Debjani Mitra

Academic Head, Asian College of Teachers

Ms. Debjani Mitra is a graduate from Jadavpur University, Kolkata and a post graduate from Madurai University with 27 years of teaching experience at the Pre-primary and Primary levels. She is a recipient of the Teacher Training Certificate from I.C.S.E. Council of India and holds a Bachelor of Education Degree from Kanpur University.

Dr. Kuldeep Agarwal

Associate Dean

Dr. Kuldeep Agarwal is a seasoned Educationist/Teacher Educator having 37 years of experience in the field of education – as Educator, Teacher Educator as well as Educational Administrator. He is a product of two premier institutions of India - the prestigious St. Stephen’s College, Delhi University, where he studied English Literature and completed his B.A. (Hons.) English and M. A. English and the Department of Education, Delhi University (popularly known as CIE or Central Institute of Education), where he studied Education and did B.Ed., M.Ed., M.Phil. (Education) and Ph.D. (Education).

Dr Margaret Davitt Maughan

Dr Margaret Davitt Maughan

Associate Director – Curriculum and Instructions

Dr Margaret Davitt Maughan is a Senior Educator with Ed.D. Leadership, from the University of San Francisco and 35 years of experience in classrooms, curriculum development and interdisciplinary studies. She has the expertise in instructional organization and the ability to make the subject useful. She has taught varied courses over the course of her long teaching career like Curriculum and Instruction for Secondary Schools, Historical and Social Foundations, Educational Psychology for Secondary Teachers, Physical Education, Curriculum and Methods for Elementary Social Studies Teachers, Contemporary Educational Issues, Diversity in the Classroom, Ethics and Leadership, Philosophy of Education, Organizational Management.

Dr Sanjib Chakraborty

Dr Sanjib Chakraborty

Dean and Lead trainer, Asian College of Teachers

Dr. Sanjib Chakraborty (Neil) is a PhD in Management Science from University of Hertfordshire, UK with two Masters - in Education (M.Ed in Curriculum & Instruction Design) and in Business Administration. He is a Diploma holder in Learning & Development, CIPD, UK, a Certified L&D Practitioner from British Institute of Learning & Development, UK and a Certified Trainer from Singapore Institute of Management, Singapore.

Ms. Kuhurina Basu

Ms. Kuhurina Basu

Academic Head, Asian College of Teachers

A passionate, competent, dynamic and highly motivated professional with a rich and varied teaching experience who has gained experience within different practical and development roles along with over thirty years of teaching experience in English, Psychology and Economics and ten years of administrative experience in leading a team, including school project management, content and curriculum development, teaching special needs students and teacher training.

Ms. Debjani Mitra

Ms. Debjani Mitra

Academic Head, Asian College of Teachers

Ms. Debjani Mitra is a graduate from Jadavpur University, Kolkata and a post graduate from Madurai University with 27 years of teaching experience at the Pre-primary and Primary levels. She is a recipient of the Teacher Training Certificate from I.C.S.E. Council of India and holds a Bachelor of Education Degree from Kanpur University.

Dr. Kuldeep Agarwal

Dr. Kuldeep Agarwal

Associate Dean

Dr. Kuldeep Agarwal is a seasoned Educationist/Teacher Educator having 37 years of experience in the field of education – as Educator, Teacher Educator as well as Educational Administrator. He is a product of two premier institutions of India - the prestigious St. Stephen’s College, Delhi University, where he studied English Literature and completed his B.A. (Hons.) English and M. A. English and the Department of Education, Delhi University (popularly known as CIE or Central Institute of Education), where he studied Education and did B.Ed., M.Ed., M.Phil. (Education) and Ph.D. (Education).

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