Human Resources Management: Training & Development

Non-commercial site with information on training and development. Includes online training materials, news, links to vendors, links to people in the field of training and development, book reviews, and more.

An association for persons in the employee assistance program field. The web site includes a resource center, information on conferences, chapter information, public policy information, and more.

The Innovation Network is a "...group of people dedicated to improving their organizations through the powerful use of innovation, creativity and collaboration skills." The site includes membership information, articles, discussion forums, best practices, and conference information. Some of this information is accessible to members only.

The Association for Talent Development (ATD), formerly the American Society for Training & Development (ASTD), is the world’s largest association dedicated to those who develop talent in organizations. These professionals help others achieve their full potential by improving their knowledge, skills, and abilities. ATD’s members come from more than 120 countries and work in public and private organizations in every industry sector. ATD supports the work of professionals locally in more than 125 chapters, international strategic partners, and global member networks. Additional electronic content is available at the ILR Library. Please ask for assistance at the ILR Reference Desk.

Founded in 1962, the International Society for Performance Improvement (ISPI) is an international association dedicated to improving productivity and performance in the workplace. ISPI represents more than 10,000 international and chapter members throughout the United States, Canada, and 40 other countries and its mission is to improve the performance of individuals and organizations.

OSHA was established by the Occupational Safety and Health Act to set and enforce standards; provide training, outreach, and education; establish partnerships; and encourage continual improvement in workplace safety and health.

SHRM's collection of Training and Development content

The website of this major U.S. association for HR practitioners provides a wealth of information for its members and for the public.

SIOP is the premier membership organization for those practicing and teaching industrial and organizational (I-O) psychology. I-O psychology is a dynamic and growing field that encompasses workplace issues at the individual and organizational level. I-O psychologists apply research that improves the well-being and performance of people and the organizations that employ them.

The Training Registry is an extensive directory of training courses, training providers, training products and services, training facilities, consulting services, professional speakers, and books.

UALE is a new, united organization of labor educators. Click on "Member Organizations" to see listing of labor education programs from universities and colleges, labor unions. and community organizations.