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.
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.
Peer Connection
Connect with practicing ToP facilitators and trainers across the US and internationally. Find collaborators, mentors, and fellow practitioners.
Resources & Tools
Access exclusive facilitation tools, workshop templates, research, case studies, and professional development resources — built by and for the community.
CTF Certification Support
The ToP Network is your path to the Certified ToP Facilitator credential. All Apprentice and Qualified Trainers are required members.
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.
- Access to member directory
- Monthly network newsletter
- Access to community events & webinars
- Basic resource library access
- Peer discussion forums
- Everything in Associate
- CTF certification tracking & support
- Mentor matching program
- Full resource library — templates & tools
- Peer practice circles
- Course co-facilitation opportunities
- 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
- 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 →
Connect, Learn, Grow
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Tools for the Practice
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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.
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 →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 →Build your portfolio of facilitation experience — co-facilitating courses, leading workshops, and documenting your practice. Your Mentor Trainer supports this process.
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 →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.