Technology of Participation® — Member Network

Where ToP
Practitioners
Connect & Grow

The ToP Members Network is the peer community for certified Technology of Participation facilitators and trainers — connecting you to resources, mentors, events, and the CTF certification pathway.

500+
Active Members Worldwide
50+
Countries Represented
30+
Years of Community
200+
CTF-Certified Facilitators
About the Network

Your Community of Practice

The ToP Network brings together facilitators, trainers, and organizational leaders who share a commitment to participatory practice — across sectors, borders, and career stages.

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Peer Connection

Connect with practicing ToP facilitators and trainers across the US and internationally. Find collaborators, mentors, and fellow practitioners.

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Resources & Tools

Access exclusive facilitation tools, workshop templates, research, case studies, and professional development resources — built by and for the community.

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CTF Certification Support

The ToP Network is your path to the Certified ToP Facilitator credential. All Apprentice and Qualified Trainers are required members.

Membership

Find Your Place in the Network

Membership is managed through Wild Apricot. Select the tier that fits your practice and career stage. Joining is simple — click any tier below.

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Associate Member
ToP learners & supporters
$50
per year
  • Access to member directory
  • Monthly network newsletter
  • Access to community events & webinars
  • Basic resource library access
  • Peer discussion forums
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Qualified Trainer
CTF-certified practitioners
$150
per year — Required for QT & MT status
  • Everything in Apprentice Trainer
  • Listing in public trainer directory
  • Course delivery scheduling via ICA/Arlo
  • Mentor Trainer designation pathway
  • Priority access to ToP IP materials
  • Governance participation rights
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Organizational Member
Teams & institutions
$300
per year — up to 5 team members
  • Membership for up to 5 staff members
  • Organizational profile in directory
  • In-house training consultation
  • Access to all resource library materials
  • Group webinar access

Membership is processed through Wild Apricot. You will be redirected to complete your registration and payment. Questions? See our FAQ →

Events & Webinars

Connect, Learn, Grow

All Events →
Resource Library

Tools for the Practice

Full Library →

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Certification

The Path to CTF

The Certified ToP Facilitator (CTF) credential is the professional standard for ToP practitioners. The ToP Network supports every step of your certification journey.

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Step 1
Complete ToP Facilitation Methods

The foundational 2-day course covering Focused Conversation, Consensus Workshop, and Action Planning. The entry point for all certification paths. Find a course at top-training.net.

Find a Course →
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Step 2
Join the ToP Network as Apprentice Trainer

Membership in the ToP Network is required for all Apprentice Trainers. Joining connects you to mentors, practice opportunities, and the certification tracking system.

Join the Network →
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Step 3
Document & Practice

Build your portfolio of facilitation experience — co-facilitating courses, leading workshops, and documenting your practice. Your Mentor Trainer supports this process.

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Step 4
Earn Your CTF Credential

Complete your assessment with ICA USA. Upon approval, you receive the Certified ToP Facilitator designation — recognized worldwide as the standard of ToP excellence.

Full CTF Details →
Ready to Connect?

Join the community of practice.

Whether you're new to ToP or a seasoned Certified Facilitator, the ToP Network is your home for connection, growth, and shared practice.

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