Become an Evaluation Architect
Unlock the skills you need to create an evaluation strategy using the number 1 evaluation model - the Kirkpatrick Four Levels®
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The ONLY authentic Kirkpatrick Model certification program
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Get all the tools and resources you need to finally master the E in ADDIE
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"Learning and talent development leaders struggle to articulate the value of their work, but the stakes are more important than ever before."
LinkedIn Workplace Learning Report 2025
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Join the February Architect (Bronze) Certification
The
Kirkpatrick® Architect (Bronze) Certification Program’s purpose is to equip learning and
performance professionals with the foundational knowledge of the Kirkpatrick
Model and enable them to apply it in their roles to effectively evaluate their
mission-critical initiatives and demonstrate the initiative’s value to the
organization.
What's included?
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Participant Guide with templates and resources
Create your own Blended Evaluation Plans® to evaluate the mission-critical initiatives in your organization with our templates and additional resources -
Case Studies and Success Stories
Access our library of case studies and success stories to help you apply the Kirkpatrick Four Levels® at your organization. -
Cohort Based Learning
Connect with peers to go along with the course together virtually -
Yearlong Access to Our Kirkpatrick® Community
Participate in our online community forum, gain access to exclusive events with experts, networking sessions, share thoughts and ideas, and get input on your real-life challenges from fellow Kirkpatrick-Certified professionals
Join a Community of Kirkpatrick® Certified Professionals
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Why Join?
Better Understand Each of the Levels
The Bronze program is your opportunity to develop your understanding of each of the levels, and build an evaluation plan for your program or initiative. This course is the baseline course to launch you on your Kirkpatrick certification journey.
Become an
Evaluation Architect
You wouldn't build a house without knowing your desired end result and having a blueprint, right? You also should not imagine you will be able to achieve Level 4 Results without knowing the end goal, and designing the right strategy and tactics to help you get there. Think of this course as supporting you in becoming an Evaluation Architect, where you will develop the plan to tie your initiative to organizational impact through
use of our signature Blended Evaluation Plan®.
Accelerate Your Career
The Kirkpatrick certification is a unique advantage over many other job seekers out there. Show potential employers and customers you can show the value of your work, and the work you will do with them. This gives you the potential to stand out from the sea of applicants, while also getting the backing of a trusted name in the business, the Kirkpatricks.
You also will have access to job opportunities that specifically request the Kirkpatrick Bronze certification at a minimum, as well as have the ability to join our talent pool to be considered for future work.
... And Become Indispensable
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Our participants love us
"Excellent course. I highly recommend anyone involved in curriculum design take this course as soon as possible. I have a Masters in Instructional Design yet there was information in here that is critical to Instructional Design if you want to create real changes in behaviors within an organization."
Anita Tatro
"This program exceeded my expectations and has given me the confidence and tools I need to apply what I've learned in my role. The content was engaging, and both the facilitators and Sarah (Community Manager) were knowledgeable and supportive. I look forward to putting these skills into practice, helping others along the way, developing my capstone, and propsing it to the Director of my organization to help establish new initaitives."
Freddy Torres Vega
Participating in the Kirkpatrick Bronze Certification Program was a game-changer for me. As a learning and development professional, I always knew evaluation was important, but this program provided a practical framework and the tools to truly measure the impact of my training programs. I was able to leverage these to develop and articulate a clear vision for stakeholders, demonstrating how our 2025 learning initiatives would directly impact organizational performance.
Danny Phang
More than Just Training
This course goes beyond learning, and straight to application. After each session, work with your facilitator to put that day's session to practice. We will walk you through how to create our proprietary Blended Evaluation Plan® so you can wow your boss, stakeholder, or customer right after completing the course. As your capstone project, you will create an evaluation plan on a program or initiative of your choosing.
Create an Evaluation Plan You Can Put to
Use Immediately
A Certification Unlike Any Other...
Kirkpatrick certifications are requested by organizations and in job requirements for many organizations.
Give yourself an extra edge against the competition, and show you are a strategic partner not just an order taker.
Give yourself an extra edge against the competition, and show you are a strategic partner not just an order taker.
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Single Program Pricing
Purchase Architect (Bronze) only
$2,524.50
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Early Bird: $2,224.50 (up to 45 days before event)
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Use Code: for 10% off for all Government, Military, and Humanitarian employees
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Groups of 3 or more: $2,019.60 per person - request invoice to claim
Bundle
Pricing
Purchase Architect (Bronze) and Analyst (Silver)
$4,004.10
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Use Code: for 10% off for all Government, Military, and Humanitarian employees
Private Programs
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Don't Let Your Journey End Here
Frequently asked questions
Do I really NEED certification?
No you don't. However, professionals who have received the certification credit this course for accelerating their career and helped them unlock more income. Additionally, there are job roles out there that are reserved only for professionals with this certification. Therefore, if you want to stand out in a way that moves you from being an order taker to a performance centered professional, this is THE program to do so.
Also, Kirkpatrick Partners has opened their services to providing Kirkpatrick® certified professionals to organizations like Fortune 500, US Federal Government and DOD, therefore you would need certain certifications from us depending on the job role.
Also, Kirkpatrick Partners has opened their services to providing Kirkpatrick® certified professionals to organizations like Fortune 500, US Federal Government and DOD, therefore you would need certain certifications from us depending on the job role.
Will this help me get a job?
While we cannot gurantee you will get a job with this certification. What we can say is that it will make you stand out from the crowd of resumes, and there are certain job roles that specifically request the Kirkpatrick certification.
Also, Kirkpatrick Partners has opened their services to providing Kirkpatrick® certified professionals to organizations like Fortune 500, US Federal Government and DOD, therefore you would need certain certifications from us depending on the job role.
Also, Kirkpatrick Partners has opened their services to providing Kirkpatrick® certified professionals to organizations like Fortune 500, US Federal Government and DOD, therefore you would need certain certifications from us depending on the job role.
I have received training on the Kirkpatrick Model elsewhere why do I need this?
The training you have received prior is likely out of date. The model was updated years ago by Dr. Jim Kirkpatrick and Wendy Kayser Kirkpatrick. It has since been updated and continues to make updates as we learn more through research and neuroscience under the new ownership by Vanessa Milara Alzate. Certification programs offered through Kirkpatrick Partners and its affiliate partners are the only ways to ensure that the education you are receiving is the most up to date and valid on the Kirkpatrick Four Levels®.
How valid is this model from a research point of view?
Very! We have had a number of people conduct research from a doctoral level.
How will my certification be recognized?
You will receive a digital badge and certificate upon successful completion of your Blended Evaluation Plan® and submitting your final program evaluation.
What are the payment options?
You can pay immediately via Stripe.
You can also request an invoice by selecting the Request bundle or invoice option to register for the program and receive an invoice to pay before the event. Access to the course will not be provided until payment is made. If your company policy prohibits payment before the event, please contact us to discuss.
To utilize a payment plan option, we are happy to share we are partnered with Klarna so you can set up a payment plan to access the course.
Please note: Cancellation policy is in effect upon registration, regardless of payment status. We are unable to offer refunds after the program has started. By enrolling in our programs, you signify your areement to abide by these payment terms.
You can also request an invoice by selecting the Request bundle or invoice option to register for the program and receive an invoice to pay before the event. Access to the course will not be provided until payment is made. If your company policy prohibits payment before the event, please contact us to discuss.
To utilize a payment plan option, we are happy to share we are partnered with Klarna so you can set up a payment plan to access the course.
Please note: Cancellation policy is in effect upon registration, regardless of payment status. We are unable to offer refunds after the program has started. By enrolling in our programs, you signify your areement to abide by these payment terms.
What if I need to cancel?
Cancellation and Communication Policy
Less than 2 weeks prior to program
If you register for this program and for any reason are unable to attend, please contact us immediately.
2 weeks or more prior to program
Refund: Payment refund less $150 processing fee
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Refund: No refunds
Transfer: Attend a future program for a $300 processing fee
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If you transfer a second time, another $150 – $300 processing fee will apply based on the time of transfer. If you still find yourself unable to attend after having transferred twice, you may send another attendee in your place, or forfeit your registration and any related payments.
Registrations are valid for one (1) year from the original booking date.
Kirkpatrick-Initiated Program Cancellations
Kirkpatrick Partners reserves the right to cancel any program due to insufficient enrollment until two weeks prior to the scheduled start date, or at any time due to reasons of severe weather, natural disaster, or other emergency.
If your program is cancelled, you may transfer to another program at no additional charge or receive a full refund, less any fees from prior transfers if not yet paid in full.
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Who should I contact for additional questions?
Contact Kirkpatrick Partners.
The leaders of your program
Meet your Facilitator and Host
Sarah O'Connor
Kirkpatrick® Community Manager
Hailing from Illinois and now based in Iowa, Sarah embodies the spirit of the Midwest. She holds a B.A. in Communication Studies and a Minor in American Sign Language (ASL) from the University of Iowa.
She began her professional journey in higher education consulting before transitioning to sales support roles, excelling on client success and sales enablement teams. Sarah firmly believes in the power of continuous improvement and the importance of genuine connections, integrating these values into all aspects of her work.
She began her professional journey in higher education consulting before transitioning to sales support roles, excelling on client success and sales enablement teams. Sarah firmly believes in the power of continuous improvement and the importance of genuine connections, integrating these values into all aspects of her work.
Chris Howell
Senior Leadership and
Training Consultant
Training Consultant
Chris is an accomplished professional with a background in both military and civilian sectors. He formerly led a project resource management team within the education department of a prominent healthcare organization, where his team adeptly handled the intake, implementation, execution, tracking, and reporting of all initiatives.
A retired U.S. Army healthcare administration officer, Chris served with distinction in roles ranging from medic to senior healthcare instructor. His military tenure was marked by significant responsibilities in team building, leadership, teaching, mentoring, and delivering advanced military training in leadership. In his civilian career, Chris made a substantial impact by integrating the four levels of Kirkpatrick evaluation across five different departments, embedding this methodology into the organization's culture. Chris holds certifications as a professional in talent development, a change practitioner, and a black belt in Lean Six Sigma.
He is also a Kirkpatrick Gold Certified Professional, demonstrating his extensive expertise in leadership, healthcare, process improvement, data assessment, business analytics, and training design and delivery.
A retired U.S. Army healthcare administration officer, Chris served with distinction in roles ranging from medic to senior healthcare instructor. His military tenure was marked by significant responsibilities in team building, leadership, teaching, mentoring, and delivering advanced military training in leadership. In his civilian career, Chris made a substantial impact by integrating the four levels of Kirkpatrick evaluation across five different departments, embedding this methodology into the organization's culture. Chris holds certifications as a professional in talent development, a change practitioner, and a black belt in Lean Six Sigma.
He is also a Kirkpatrick Gold Certified Professional, demonstrating his extensive expertise in leadership, healthcare, process improvement, data assessment, business analytics, and training design and delivery.