What is a Certification Bootcamp?

Preparatory certification exam bootcamps are optional but highly recommended as a way to get ready for one of our presentation certification exams. These fast-paced, instructor-led workshops are designed to help you review the Presentation Industry Professional Standards and prepare effectively for your exam.

What to Expect

Bootcamps are taught by experienced professionals and are offered multiple times a year for each certification level. They are conducted virtually  for one week, Monday-Friday, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM ET, providing a convenient mid-day schedule.

Interactive Format

The sessions are interactive — you’ll have opportunities to ask questions, and the instructor will demonstrate real-time solutions to ensure clarity and practical understanding. As part of the bootcamp, you’ll also review test exam questions to better understand the exam structure and expectations.

Excellent Value

The bootcamp fee includes the cost of one certification exam. This means the training portion is effectively under $300, offering excellent value for high-quality, targeted preparation.

 

Certified Presentation Specialist™ (CPS) Bootcamp

Level 1

PREPARATORY CERTIFICATION BOOTCAMP FEE:

$499 including initial certification exam fee

Presentation Guild Members: $375 (25% discount)

INCLUDED IN BOOTCAMP FEE 

  • Exam fee for Certified Presentation Specialist™
  • 10-hours of instructional reviews of the Presentation Industry Standards 
  • Access to bootcamp recordings for 2 weeks
  • Live practice test exam walkthrough 

ACCESSING DISCOUNTS:

    Presentation Guild Members:
    Log in with your membership credentials to receive your 25% discount before purchasing a CPS™ bootcamp. 

    → Become a member to access discounts

    Certified Presentation Expert™ (CPE) Bootcamp

    Level 2

    PREPARATORY CERTIFICATION BOOTCAMP FEE:

    $499 including initial certification exam fee

    Presentation Guild Members: $375 (25% discount)

    INCLUDED IN BOOTCAMP FEE 

    • Exam fee for Certified Presentation Expert™
    • 10-hours of instructional reviews of the Presentation Industry Standards 
    • Access to bootcamp recordings for 2 weeks
    • Live practice test exam walkthrough 

    ACCESSING DISCOUNTS:

      Presentation Guild Members:
      Log in with your membership credentials to receive your 25% discount before purchasing a CPE™ bootcamp. 

      → Become a member to access discounts

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      Certification Bootcamp Schedule 2025

       

      Certified Presentation Specialist™ (CPS) Bootcamps 2025

      CPS Bootcamp #1 2025: April 14-18

      Instructor: Echo Swinford, Microsoft MVP, Owner of Echo’s Voice, co-author of the book Building Presentation Templates

      CPS Bootcamp #2 2025: July 7-11
      Instructor: Echo Swinford, Microsoft MVP, Owner of Echo’s Voice, co-author of the book Building Presentation Templates

      CPS Bootcamp #3 2025: September 15-19
      Instructor: Echo Swinford, Microsoft MVP, Owner of Echo’s Voice, co-author of the book Building Presentation Templates

      SIGN UP FOR AND PURCHASE A CERTIFICATION CPS™ BOOTCAMP

      Certified Presentation Expert™ (CPS) Bootcamps 2025

      CPE Bootcamp #1 2025: June 23-27

      Instructor: Echo Swinford, Microsoft MVP, Owner of Echo’s Voice, co-author of the book Building Presentation Templates

      CPE Bootcamp #2 2025: October 6-10
      Instructor: Echo Swinford, Microsoft MVP, Owner of Echo’s Voice, co-author of the book Building Presentation Templates

       

      SIGN UP FOR AND PURCHASE A CERTIFICATION CPE™ BOOTCAMP
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      Got More Bootcamp Questions? 
      Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about certifications.  

      What happens if I can't attend one of the days of the bootcamps?

      If you are unable to attend a bootcamp session, you will still get access to the recording for that day. 

      The dates for the bootcamps do not work for me - can I sign up and just get the recordings?

      No. At this point the bootcamp are offered only as live and interactive sessions with the instructor which are recorded for the participants of that session. 

      I want to purchase bootcamp access for a group of people? 

      If you want to purchase bootcamp training for a group of people, we'll be happy to accommodate you. Contact certifications@presentationguild.org for mor information, bulk pricing and invoicing.  

      I have more questions about the bootcamps!

      If you have additional questions about the bootcamps, please email us at certifications@presentationguild.org.