The Distinguished Toastmaster (DTM) is the highest designation given to an individual for completing an entire education Path. The path to DTM can be completed in as little as 2 to 8 years, depending on time and commitment. Going through the entire DTM track does not only earn you a designation but several skills are learned along the way.
If you are ready to submit your DTM, you can use the official form provided by Toastmasters located here: https://www.toastmasters.org/-/media/fc8aa8f51f85433a96a96bb8c154a52c.ashx
| Pathways | Commitment | Skills Gained |
| Education (complete 2 Paths) | 2 to 4 years | Self-directed course of study, over 300 communication competencies, large-scale and small-scale leadership opportunities, collaboration, cooperation, self-direction, and receiving and providing effective feedback |
| (Click here to check available paths) | ||
| Club Leadership | 1 year | Leadership, opportunities for collaboration and decision making |
| Club Sponsorship, Speechcraft Workshop or Youth Leadership or | 6 months to 2 years | Leadership, mentorship, training, collaboration with fellow contributors and participants, and providing effective feedback |
| District Leadership | 1 year | High-level leadership, consistent opportunities for collaboration, project-driven environment, and demonstrable decision-making responsibilities |
| Club Mentor or Coach | 6 months to 1 year | Leadership, mentoring individuals and a team, and collaboration |
| DTM Project | 1 year | Communication and leadership |
Source Credit: https://district1toastmasters.org/resources/path-to-dtm/
