HRD Corp Train the Trainer (TTT) certification can be a practical option for organisations that regularly run their own in-house training.
The value depends on how often the trainer will deliver programmes and whether the time and cost of certification make sense for the organisation.
This article explains the main costs, course modules and accreditation requirements. It also helps you compare the option of certifying your own staff with working with an HRD Corp-registered training provider.
What Is HRD Corp Train the Trainer Certification?
HRD Corp Train the Trainer is a five-day certification course for individuals who want to deliver training under HRD Corp schemes. Appointed vendors follow a standardised TTT framework set by HRD Corp.
The certification is also part of the programme registration process. HRD Corp requires a TTT or TTT Exemption certificate, together with trainer profiles, when registering claimable training programmes in e-TRiS.
The Five Core TTT Modules
The HRD Corp Train the Trainer programme is built around five core modules that cover the full training cycle, from identifying learning needs to assessing participant outcomes.
| Module | Focus | Workplace outcome |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Plan Adult Learning | Learning styles and instructing styles | Sessions matched to how adults absorb information |
| 2. Training Needs Analysis (TNA) | Qualitative and quantitative data gathering | Training targeted at real performance gaps |
| 3. Design Competency-Based Programmes | Objectives, session plans, resources | Structured programmes ready for registration |
| 4. Conduct Competency-Based Training | Presentation, facilitation, learning support | Engaging delivery that holds attention |
| 5. Assess Participants’ Competence | Knowledge tests and skills checklists | Measurable proof that training worked |
Contact My Team Plan to compare HRD Corp claimable training options if your organisation prefers a registered provider to developing an in-house trainer.
How Much Does HRD Corp TTT Cost in 2026?
The HRD Corp TTT course costs RM2,684 including SST, and accreditation fees follow afterwards.
Budget for the full pathway, since certification is only one part of becoming an accredited trainer.
| Item | Fee | When it applies |
|---|---|---|
| TTT certification course | RM2,684 (incl. SST) | Five-day course with an appointed TTT vendor |
| TTT Exemption application | RM300 | Eligible professionals who skip the course |
| Accreditation assessment | RM150 | Within one year for trainers certified after 1 January 2021 |
| Accreditation renewal | RM60 | Every three years |
Also factor in the cost of time away from work. A supervisor earning RM6,000 a month would spend about RM1,364 worth of working time attending a five-day course, based on 22 working days, before considering the workload that still needs to be covered.
After TTT: HRD Corp Accredited Trainer Status
A TTT pass makes you a certified trainer, while accreditation is a separate step.
HRD Corp states that only Accredited Trainers are qualified to train employees contributing to HRD Corp, subject to the current pre-accreditation rules for newly certified trainers. Two routes lead there:
- Accreditation by assessment: an independent evaluation by HRD Corp-appointed panels, required within one year of certification.
- Accreditation by activity: proof of 120 completed training hours.
Accreditation then needs renewal every three years. Miss the one-year assessment window, and much of the RM2,684 investment loses its value.
Is HRD Corp Train the Trainer Worth It for Your Organisation?
HRD Corp Train the Trainer pays off for organisations with a recurring calendar of in-house programmes; most SMEs and lean HR teams gain more from a registered provider.
Use the signs below to see which route suits your team.
Signs TTT Certification Pays Off
- Your company runs a fixed onboarding or SOP programme every month.
- Technical know-how sits with one or two in-house experts that no outside trainer can replicate.
- A staff member wants a long-term career path as an HRD Corp trainer.
Signs a Registered Provider Is the Better Choice
- Training needs centre on teamwork, trust and communication, which depend on skilled facilitation.
- An HR team of one or two people cannot release anyone for five days.
- Your levy balance sits unused, and you want a claimable programme on the calendar this quarter.
- Employees have sat through enough slide decks and need an experience they remember.
Unsure which route fits your levy balance? Book a consultation with My Team Plan and receive a customised proposal within 24 hours.
HRD Corp-Claimable Training and Team Building with My Team Plan
My Team Plan delivers HRD Corp claimable training that strengthens how teams communicate, collaborate and work together, without requiring your staff to complete TTT certification.
- HRDF claimable training programs such as Bond to Win, Speak with Impact and Creative Problem Solving & Innovation, so training spend comes from your levy instead of your operating budget.
- Customised team building across 30+ activities, including CSR workshops, drum circles and Domino Rally, designed around your team’s communication and collaboration gaps.
- Flexible formats covering indoor, outdoor, online and hybrid sessions in Kuala Lumpur, Selangor and nationwide, so office and site staff join the same programme.
- Proven delivery across 250+ successful events and 8+ years, trusted by brands including Petronas, UMW and Prudential.
- Credentialed facilitators such as Johnson Ling Jong Yew, a PSMB-certified trainer with over 10 years of industry experience.
Explore My Team Plan’s HRDF claimable team building programs
Choose the Right Route for HRD Corp Training
Train the Trainer certification can be useful for organisations that regularly run their own internal programmes.
My Team Plan offers a simpler option through HRD Corp-claimable training and team building, supported by extensive experience delivering corporate events across Malaysia.
Book a consultation with My Team Plan today.
Frequently Asked Questions About HRD Corp Train the Trainer
1. How long is the HRD Corp Train the Trainer course?
The HRD Corp Train the Trainer course runs for five full days, while My Team Plan can deliver claimable programmes using its own facilitators.
2. Do my staff need TTT certification to run HRD Corp claimable team building?
No, your staff do not need TTT certification when My Team Plan delivers the programme as the registered training provider.
3. How much does HRD Corp TTT cost?
The HRD Corp TTT course costs RM2,684 including SST, and My Team Plan can help you compare this with booking a claimable training programme.
4. Does HRD Corp trainer accreditation expire?
Yes, trainer accreditation requires renewal every three years, while My Team Plan handles facilitator requirements for its own programmes.
5. Can small companies use HRD Corp levy for team building?
Yes, eligible small companies can use their levy for claimable programmes such as My Team Plan’s Speak with Impact.
6. How fast does My Team Plan send a proposal?
My Team Plan can send a customised proposal within 24 hours for indoor, outdoor, online or hybrid programmes.