Talent Management
Partner with us to improve recruitment, retention, and employee engagement.
92%of workers say good training improves their job engagement.
Certified since
1998
1998
Build a workplace where everyone performs.
DTUI partners with organizations to deliver evidence-based diversity training, professional certification, and consulting that drives engagement, productivity, and lasting culture change.
Trusted by
NASASFMTASFPLNIU
Accredited & recognized by
Your Challenges. Your Solutions.
High-impact talent solutions for a diverse marketplace
Many organizations launch DEI, talent, and learning-culture initiatives without a sustainable strategy. We pair evidence-based methods with scalable tools that tie culture change to your bottom line.
Continuing Education & Compliance
Assess workforce continuing-education needs and close knowledge gaps.
Organizational Development
Develop a high-impact strategic plan that drives measurable change.
Training Design & Delivery
Custom training tailored to meet your organization's specific needs.
25+
years of practice
Why choose DTUI
The team that wrote the first diversity certification.
Founded in 1998 by cultural cognitive psychologist Billy Vaughn, PhD, DTUI created the field's first diversity certification courses. We bring 25+ years of rigor to corporate, government, educational, and nonprofit clients across all 50 states.
IACET AccreditedCEUs that meet the ANSI/IACET standard.
SHRM RecognizedPDCs toward SHRM-CP / SHRM-SCP.
25+ YearsPioneering certification since 1998.
All 50 StatesCorporate, government & nonprofit clients.
Certifications & Programs
View full catalog
Earn a credential that carries weight
Self-paced and cohort options, all carrying IACET CEUs and eligible for SHRM PDCs.
Learning Pathways
A clear path from where you are to certified
Choose the track that matches your role. Each pathway blends assessment, applied practice, and credentialing.
INDIVIDUAL TRACK
Become a Certified Diversity Professional
Build the competencies to lead inclusion work with confidence — at your own pace, with IACET CEUs on completion.
Enroll now- 1Assess your baselineComplete a self-assessment to map current competencies and gaps.
- 2Complete core courseworkEvidence-based modules on bias, belonging, and inclusive practice.
- 3Apply in a capstoneDemonstrate skills on a real-world workplace scenario.
- 4Earn your credentialReceive your CDP certificate and IACET CEUs.
TRAINER TRACK
Train the trainers in your organization
Equip internal staff to deliver DTUI-quality training in-house — cost-effective and sustainable.
Talk to us- 1Needs assessmentFocus groups and interviews to scope your training needs.
- 2Facilitation skillsHands-on practice in adult-learning facilitation.
- 3Co-deliver & coachDeliver alongside DTUI faculty with live coaching.
- 4Certify your teamInternal trainers are certified to run programs independently.
ORGANIZATION TRACK
Transform culture at scale
A high-impact strategy that ties inclusion to productivity, retention, and your bottom line.
Request a consultation- 1Organizational assessmentInclusion Assessment Toolkit™ identifies barriers and opportunities.
- 2Strategic planWe design a scalable, measurable roadmap with your steering committee.
- 3Implement & trainTailored curriculum rolled out across teams.
- 4Measure & sustainMetrics and evaluation to prove and sustain impact.
Training Facts
A holistic, agile approach to continuous learning
92%of workersbelieve good training improves their job engagement.
67%of workersprefer just-in-time, anytime, anywhere training.
47%of workersreceive training online or in a blended format.
25+yearspioneering diversity certification since 1998.
Corporate & Government Training
Tailor-made programs for your workforce
From training-of-trainers to full curriculum design, we partner with organizations like SFMTA, NASA, and the City of Longmont to build sustainable, in-house capability.
- Training-of-trainers for sustainable in-house capability
- Assessment focus groups, interviews, and surveys
- Full curriculum design, scheduling & project management
- Reporting and impact measurement
Recent Work
Selected client engagements
A snapshot of assessment, strategy, design, and training-of-trainers projects across the public and private sectors.
SFMTAOrganizational Assessment
SFPLStrategic Planning
SFMTATraining Implementation
NASATraining Design & Development
American InsuranceTraining of Trainers
NIUOrganizational Development
Our Faculty
Practitioners, researchers, and certified trainers
A multidisciplinary team led by the founders of diversity certification.
Billy Vaughn, PhDSenior Managing PartnerFounder · Research & Strategy
Mary Ellen RuizPartnerConsulting & Training
Kathy Simonis, CDPConsulting & TrainingFacilitation
Corina CatoAdministratorOperations
Yanni WongProject ManagerDelivery
Pamela Fann, CDP CDTConsulting & Training AssociateFacilitation
Pamela Baker, CDP CDTFaculty & Assistant RegistrarFaculty
Resources
All articles
Featured articles
StrategyBuilding a high-impact DEI strategic planThe evidence-based framework we use with steering committees to drive lasting culture change.Read article
Training DesignDesigning training that sticks with ADDIEHow analysis-first instructional design turns one-off workshops into measurable capability.Read article
FacilitationFacilitation skills every DEI trainer needsPractical techniques for leading difficult conversations with confidence and care.Read article
Client Stories
Our clients are talking about us
DTUI's training transformed how our managers approach inclusion. The facilitation was rigorous and deeply practical.
The assessment toolkit surfaced barriers we didn't know we had. The strategic plan gave us a clear, measurable path.
Billy and the team trained our internal staff to deliver in-house. Cost-effective, sustainable, and high quality.
FAQ
Questions? We're readily available.
Yes. DTUI is accredited by the International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) and offers IACET CEUs for learning events that comply with the ANSI/IACET standard. DTUI is also recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs).
Most certification programs carry IACET CEUs, and select programs are eligible for SHRM PDCs toward SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP recertification. The credit type is listed on each program page.
Self-paced programs let you complete coursework on your own schedule. Cohort programs run on a fixed calendar with live, facilitated sessions and peer learning — ideal for trainers and executives.
Yes. We design tailor-made programs and training-of-trainers engagements for corporate, government, educational, and nonprofit clients across all 50 states.
Request a consultation using the form above or call +1 (415) 692-0121. A DTUI partner will help you choose the right pathway for your goals.
Let's talk
Ready to build a more inclusive, high-performing organization?
Tell us about your goals and we'll design a path — from assessment to certification.