Competency Modeling Certificate Reviews
See what training professionals say about Training Industry’s Competency Modeling Certificate. These reviews reflect feedback from verified participants who completed the program and shared how to build, validate, and implement competency models that identify skill gaps, align talent strategies, and drive organizational performance.
Average rating: 4.6 out of 5
Based on: 10 verified reviews
Review source: Reviews.io and participant feedback
Last updated: May 2026
What reviewers mentioned:
- Many reviewers highlighted the practical nature of the course, sharing that they were able to immediately apply competency modeling tools and techniques within their organizations.
- Peer collaboration and discussion were frequently mentioned as valuable aspects of the learning experience, providing opportunities to learn from professionals across industries.
- Learners appreciated the well-structured content, templates, and step-by-step approach that helped them understand and implement competency models with confidence.
Featured participant reviews:
“I was engaged the whole time because I could see immediately how competency modeling could fill certain gaps in my organization’s talent development & training needs.” — Rachel Walerstein, verified participant
“The facilitator capabilities, materials, break out sessions, examples and time allotted were well designed, concise, targeted and applicable. I’m currently using this certification in the development of our leadership program.” — Jeffrey Greene
, verified participant
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| Reviewer | Stars | Review | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marleen Townsend | 5 out of 5 | 5/21/2026 | |
| Thom Quist | 4 out of 5 | This was a great program with a knowledgable instructor! The prework was incredibly useful, and helped prepare me for the course itself. I am confident I will be able to apply the skills from this course right away! I also appreciated the individualized feedback from the instructor for both immediate and future use! | 12/15/2025 |
| Jeffrey Greene | 5 out of 5 | The faciliator capabilities, materials, break out sessions, examples and time alloted were well designed, concise, targeted and applicable. I’m currently using this certification in the development of our leadership program. I appreciate this opportunity and recommend for those looking for the tools and mindset to help implement competency solutions. | 11/26/2024 |
| Dave Stewart | 5 out of 5 | Very good program. | 8/22/2024 |
| Elizabeth Fisher | 4 out of 5 | I enjoyed the course and it tied well to everything I had read online about competency modeling. I appreciated that the course materials went through the many steps involved in the process and provided a nice template to follow. I was hoping for more in depth looks at best practices for how to assess employees and use the assessment in career development conversations. | 2/16/2024 |
| Scott Nutter | 3 out of 5 | The instructor was excellent. I felt she did the best she could with the material she was given. That said, the course does not present a Competency Modeling framework for practical use. The 8-hour course focused on broad basic steps to take when undertaking the significant task of creating a Competency Model from scratch. I was hoping to see a Competency Modeling framework that we would use throughout the course. Instead, the “it depends on your circumstance” message was repeated often. If someone is a complete novice regarding competency modeling, this reasonably-prices course is a good value. | 2/16/2024 |
| Alejandra Aguilar | 5 out of 5 | Useful information and great guidance. Also, there is a lot of peer learning. Definitely recommend. | 11/20/2023 |
| Erin Hayes | 5 out of 5 | Useful course if you’re headed towards Competency Modeling and don’t know where to start. The course was enhanced by the expertise of the facilitator and the participation of my peers. | 11/20/2023 |
| Kai Zander | 5 out of 5 | I enjoyed the thoughtful breakdown of content while also keeping the class engaging. Loved it! | 11/20/2023 |
| Rachel Walerstein | 5 out of 5 | This course provides real practice in developing a competency model for your organization. I was engaged the whole time because I could see immediately how competency modeling could fill certain gaps in my organization’s talent development & training needs. Whether you do or do not have experience with developing rubrics or other behavioral-based methods of assessing proficiency, you will walk away with a clear method for application. | 9/18/2023 |