What should I do upon receiving my TTT certificate?
This question comes up a lot. Many of you wonder what steps to take next. To address this common query, we have prepared a guideline that you can follow.
Below is an infographic that simplifies the steps that you need to go through for the Accreditation by Assessment. It is followed by an article with a brief explanation on what you need to do.
First, set up your Trainer’s Profile in HRD Corp’s Trainer’s Development Management System (TDMS)
- Upon receiving your TTT certificate, you can log on to https://trainers.hrdcorp.gov.my/login to register your profile.
- Click ‘Register as member’ and complete the form.
- Check your email and click the ‘Verify Now’ button.
- Fill in your details and upload your TTT certificate softcopy, MyKad softcopy and other required items. Ensure accuracy in all information given.
- Approval notification will be sent to your registered TDMS email. The process typically takes around 2 working days after complete and accurate submission.
Note: You can download the Implementation Guideline and TDMS User Guideline via this link https://hrdcorp.gov.my/hrd-tdf/ (scroll down until RESOURCES)
Next is the HRD Corp Trainer Accreditation Fee
- Trainers who completed the TTT in 2021 and after, please send an email to tdu@hrdcorp.gov.my using the same email you registered with and mention ‘TTT HRD Corp Accreditation Fee’ in the email subject. HRD Corp will provide further instructions. Below is an example of an email to be sent.
Example of email:
Dear Sir/Madam,
I would like to verify my advance payment for “TTT HRD Corp 2021 Accreditation Fee”.
My info is as below:
Name: xxx
IC No: xxx
Training Provider: xxx
Email address: xxx
Thank you.
- Please note that this process may take some time due to the current volume of emails received. ENSURE THAT THIS STEP IS COMPLETED BEFORE progressing to submit your Accreditation application in TDMS.
- Trainers who completed the TTT in 2021 and after AND RECEIVED the Accreditation Fee verified email from HRD Corp can proceed with the Accreditation by ASSESSMENT process (refer TDMS User Guideline Item 2.2.2 and Implementation Guide Item 7.0 onwards)
Submission for HRD Corp Trainer Accreditation by Assessment Process
- Trainers who RECEIVED the Accreditation Fee verified email from HRD Corp can proceed with the Accreditation by ASSESSMENT process (refer TDMS User Guideline Item 2.2.2 and Implementation Guide Item 7.0 onwards)
- Please refer to Appendix A of the Implementation Guide for the video requirement specifications. It is crucial to READ this section thoroughly before recording your video to ensure compliance. Please take note that in the LATEST version of the guidelines, starting from March 22, only video recordings of actual FACE-TO-FACE TRAINING SESSIONS will be accepted.
- For the submission of accreditation by assessment, you will need to use TDMS and attach supporting documents, including the video URL, course outline, lesson plan, presentation slides, and attendance form.
- Keep in mind that the Accreditation by Assessment process may take 3 months or more to complete due to the high volume of applications and the availability of the 3-panel assessors. To avoid delays, it is advised not to apply at the last minute and expect quick or urgent approval.
Accreditation by Assessment Process – Appendix A
- Please refer to Appendix A of the Implementation Guide for the video requirement specifications. It is crucial to READ this section thoroughly before recording your video to ensure compliance. Please take note that in the LATEST version of the guidelines, starting from March 22, only video recordings of actual FACE-TO-FACE TRAINING SESSIONS will be accepted.
- Keep in mind that the Accreditation by Assessment process may take 3 months or more to complete due to the high volume of applications and the availability of the 3-panel assessors. To avoid delays, it is advised not to apply at the last minute and expect quick or urgent approval.
Note for HRD Corp Trainer Accreditation by Activity Process
- For trainers who completed the TTT before 2021, you will need to make a payment of RM60 after uploading the supporting documents for Accreditation by ACTIVITY (refer TDMS User Guideline – Item 3.2 and onwards). HRD Corp accepts backdated training up until 2018 with complete documentation as required. However, please note that you must submit 120 hours of training from a 12-month calendar period only (e.g., Training conducted between 1st June 2018 to 31st May 2019, amounting to 120 hours).For trainers who completed the TTT BEFORE 2021, a payment of RM60 is required upon completion of uploading the supporting documents for Accreditation by ACTIVITY (refer TDMS User Guideline – Item 3.2 and onwards). HRD Corp accepts backdated training up until 2018 with complete documentation as required. However, please note that you must submit 120 hours of training from a 12-month calendar period only (e.g., Training conducted between 1st June 2018 to 31st May 2019, amounting to 120 hours).
- Currently, trainers can apply for Accreditation beyond the grace period (6 months for trainers certified in 2021 and after, and 3 years for trainers certified before 2021). However, once the Accredited Trainer rule is enforced, trainers will no longer be allowed to conduct HRD Corp Claimable Courses.
Disclaimer: Please take note that these information are valid as of 1st August 2023. Please be aware that any modifications made after this date may make this information obsolete. To get updated and accurate information, it is advised that you refer to HRD Corp’s website.
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