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Do You Need DITAP? FAC-C-DS Requirements for Digital Services (Webinar)

Broadcast on February 12, 2026

Buying digital services is different, and federal acquisition professionals are increasingly expected to lead procurements that support agile delivery, human-centered design (HCD), and faster modernization outcomes. Join Bruce Gay, an analytics and communications instructor at Graduate School USA, for an informational webinar that provides a clear, practical overview of the Digital IT Acquisition Professional (DITAP) training program—an immersive, cohort-based development experience designed to help acquisition professionals strengthen digital acquisition capabilities and earn the FAC-C-DS (Digital Services) credential. During the webinar, you will learn who DITAP is for, what the program experience looks like, the expected time commitment, and what you’ll be able to do differently after completion, especially when managing digital services contracting efforts that require deeper technical and vendor oversight skills. Whether you’re exploring DITAP for the first time or preparing to manage higher-impact digital services contracts, this session will help you understand the pathway, the expectations, and the practical benefits. Key Takeaways DITAP Made Simple: Learn what the Digital IT Acquisition Professional (DITAP) program is, why it exists, and how it supports stronger digital services acquisitions across government. Who Should Consider DITAP (and Why It Matters): Understand which federal roles benefit most from DITAP training, especially acquisition professionals supporting complex, higher-dollar digital services contracting efforts. What You’ll Actually Do in the Program: Get a clear picture of the DITAP experience, including cohort-based learning, hands-on assignments, and practical work products that build real acquisition confidence (not just theory). Practical Skills You Can Use Right Away: See how DITAP helps improve outcomes in market research, vendor evaluation, agile oversight, stakeholder engagement, and managing delivery risk. How to Plan for Success: Walk away with a clear understanding of expectations, time commitment, and how DITAP supports career growth and readiness for mission-critical digital programs.

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