About ATP

The Global Voice of the Assessment Industry

The Association of Test Publishers (ATP) is the leading international organization dedicated to promoting and protecting the value of assessments. When you join ATP, you become part of a global community committed to equity, integrity, and lifelong learning.

Our Mission

ATP is the only organization that advocates for the assessment industry in all its forms and uses. We monitor global laws and regulations that impact the field and provide critical guidance on navigating emerging challenges—from test security and data privacy to the responsible use of artificial intelligence. Read more about our mission here.

Why ATP Matters

  • Founded in the early 1990s as a nonprofit trade association, ATP was created to:
  • Protect intellectual property and copyright
  • Promote professionally validated tests and assessments
  • Support a fair and ethical assessment ecosystem

Today, as learning and work are transformed by technology, ATP continues to be a watchdog, a touchstone, and a collective voice for those who rely on quality testing and assessment.

Why Join ATP?

  • According to our members, the top reasons to join ATP include:
  • Networking with industry leaders and peers
  • Information sharing and access to expert insights
  • Facing industry challenges with a unified voice

But ATP is not just about what you get—it’s about what you give.

Your membership supports:

  • High-level educational and networking events
  • Advocacy for policies and regulations that allow assessment organizations to thrive
  • Representation of the assessment industry across media, government, education, healthcare, and more

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