Nonprofit Professional Training

At UW-Parkside, we greatly value the continued service of nonprofit organizations in our local communities. We are here to support your training and growth as a nonprofit professional with quality and affordable development opportunities. Featuring workshops, certificate programs, and a bi-annual conference, view our offerings today!

Available Trainings

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Overextended Overachievers – Identifying Professional Burnout in You or Your Staff…and What to Do About It
  • Type: In-Person
  • Start Date: 05/10/2024
  • Meeting Time(s): 8 am-12 pm
  • Cost: $149 until 4/15; then $179
  • Credits: 0.4 CEU/4 CEH provided; 4 SHRM PDCs
  • Includes: Light snack and refreshments

The U.S. workforce professional burnout epidemic is a threat to our businesses and economy…not to mention the toll it’s taking on our mental health. Chances are you’re at risk. Are you running out of hours in the day? Is life moving too fast? Do you continually feel behind at home and at work?

Working through a pandemic has left many with feelings of exhaustion, loneliness and questioning aspects of daily life including our occupation. Even those who are just re-joining the workforce are finding there’s significantly more work to do and minimal employees to successfully complete it.

This training session will provide:

  • research-based education on the characteristics and descriptions of professional burnout to increase awareness
  • easy-to-use assessment tools to accurately gauge risk factors
  • proven methods to make daily life changes to eliminate or effectively manage symptoms to enjoy a more pleasurable personal and professional life without the chronic stress that can ultimately lead to chronic physical diseases or emotional/mental health problems.
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Pam Hauke, MSW LCSW, SAC

Owner and Psychotherapist -
Anchor Counseling Service

 

Pam has over 25 years of professional experience empowering individuals in their personal or work-related journeys. She teaches evidence-based best practices, skills, and techniques to openly address and overcome obstacles to move forward with more energy, serenity, and confidence.

Pam worked at Ascension in Racine for 16 years in a variety of roles, including outpatient mental health and addictions counselor, intensive outpatient program counseling coordinator, outpatient behavioral health department supervisor, and EAP account manager. She currently owns and operates:

ANCHOR COUNSELING SERVICES
Through her private psychotherapy practice, Pam provides individual counseling services to business professionals experiencing high stress, professional burnout, and anxiety. She also provides counseling to people in the “sandwich” generation, those caring for their children as well as their own parents.

PAM HAUKE SEMINARS
Pam actively listens to and collaborates with CEOs, business owners, and executive teams to diagnose root causes of disruptive conflicts between top performers which can cause toxic work environments. Working with the business leaders, she creates and helps implement effective action plans to resolve key issues, resulting in retention of high performers, improved job satisfaction, efficiency, productivity, and a reduction in key employee terminations. She also facilitates a variety of over 20 “soft skills” workplace seminars and trainings.
 

  • Education and Volunteer Work
  • Master of Social Work degree and a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology
  • Graduate of the Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences Stress Management training program
  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Substance Abuse Counselor (WI State Licensed)
  • Wellcoaches™ Certified Health Coach
  • Certified Compassion Fatigue Professional
  • Graduate of and past Program Committee Chairperson for Leadership Racine, an important local program building community through leadership development
  • Instructor for the University of Wisconsin-Parkside Psychology Department and past member of their College of Natural and Health Sciences Board

In this training, you will learn:

  • Definitions and symptoms of professional burnout in the U.S. workforce
  • Current trends and research-based statistics of prevalence and the impact of burnout on workers and the economy
  • Who is at-risk of burnout and why
  • How to increase awareness of the signs of burnout in yourself, your staff, or teammates
  • Thoughts and behaviors that lead to burnout
  • Identify your personal symptoms of burnout…and how to effectively manage or eliminate them
  • How to support yourself and others who are experiencing burnout symptoms
  • Assess your readiness to change – what would it mean to you if you had less stress and more free time?
  • Self-care is a good start…but not enough. What else is needed?
  • Effective and powerful techniques to regain control of your personal and professional life
  • Resources for an objective assessment of your staff or organization to determine if burnout is an issue at your workplace.

"Pam has provided a variety of training programs to us over a long period of time and the quality of the presentations has always been exceptional. We gained confidence that whenever she spent time with a group, the message would be delivered very professionally and efficiently, it would be absorbed by the group and it would provide insights and tools that would be used for many years to come. What started out as a trial presentation to our staff, turned into a recurring training process to help us shape our culture and improve the ways we worked together. We eventually just put Pam on a recurring time slot and then agreed on the next topic for her training. We had a much stronger team because of the leadership provided by Pam."
-Steven Jenkins (CliftonLarsonAllen LLP)


"I had the opportunity to participate in a Stress Management training that Pam facilitated. It was outstanding! I expected to talk about identifying stressors and how to make healthy choices. What I didn't expect is how Pam helped the entire audience slow down, listen and take notice of small things. For us Driver personality types, this seminar can be difficult initially but it's exactly what we need. Give her sessions a shot, I guarantee it's worth the time."
-Steve Scherer, VP Sales (CCB Technology)

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Grant Writing Skills Suite
  • Type: Online, Self-Paced
  • Start Date: Open Enrollment
  • End Date: 6 Months Access
  • Cost: $259
  • Credits: 1.1 IACET CEUs, 5 HRCI Credits, 5 SHRM PDCs, 11 CFRE Points
  • Includes: Certificate

This two-course bundle offers the introductory through intermediate skills needed for those involved in gaining funding for any nonprofit organization's mission. Strategic grant writing aligns the needs of a nonprofit with funding sources, whether those sources are foundations, government agencies, corporations, or individuals. The first course in this bundle, Introduction to Grant Writing, offers a guide to the basics of grant writing. The course explores the relationship between grant writing and an organization's strategy for fundraising. It also outlines the six stages of grant writing and highlights grant writing best practices. Advanced Grant Writing, the second course in this bundle, challenges learners to push those newly acquired grant writing skills to the next level, challenging learners to ask iterative questions in order to sharpen and refine each grant proposal and push it to the top of the pack. By looking closely at how a logic model can shore up a proposal at each key stage, this course will demonstrate how to push planning, evaluation, and budgeting from good to great.

Courses Included in this Certificate

  • Introduction to Grant Writing
  • Advanced Grant Writing 

"The program was extremely easy to navigate and it was very much in depth, walking me through all processes of how to write a grant. I feel more confident when bidding on grants and having grant proposals for my agency."

"The course was very thorough and clearly presented. It was nice to have some ways to review the material, like the flashcards and question/answer game. It was also helpful to have a couple of questions at the end of each section to help in reviewing the material. The case studies at the end were wonderful - they provided some real-life, interactive practice in grant proposal writing and things that go hand in hand with grant proposal writing."

What are the minimum technical requirements?
Software:

  • Any modern Office suite: Microsoft Office, Apple iWork, OpenOffice, or LibreOffice
  • The latest Adobe Reader/Acrobat Reader ( free download available at https://get.adobe.com/reader/ )

Web Browser:

  • An updated version of one of the major modern browsers: Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Safari, or Internet Explorer 11
  • Cookies must be enabled
  • JavaScript must be enabled
  • Reliable internet connection:
  • Broadband cable or highspeed DSL is recommended for optimal experience.

Note: Some courses may have additional hardware and/or software requirements. Any additional requirements will be listed in the course description and course syllabus.

What is your refund policy?
You may request a refund up to 7 days from the purchase date. The registration fee will only be refunded if less than 10% of the course has been completed.

How do I contact technical support?
To report technical issues please email us at support@mindedge.com.

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Nonprofit Ethics and Compliance
  • Type: Online, Self-Paced
  • Start Date: Open Enrollment
  • End Date: 3 Months Access
  • Cost: $99
  • Credits: 5 PMI PDUs, 1.75 Power Skills PDUs, 3 Business Acumen PDUs, 0.25 Ways of Working PDUs, 0.5 IACET CEUs, 3 CFRE Points
  • Includes: Certificate

Because they rely on the public's trust, nonprofit organizations must adhere to the highest ethical standards; even a hint of impropriety could jeopardize a nonprofit's reputation, its fundraising, and eventually its mission. At the same time, nonprofits with 501 (c)(3) status must be scrupulous in their compliance with federal and state laws and regulations. This course provides a detailed introduction to nonprofit ethics and compliance, examining a range of topics including: mission and vision statements; governance policies; conflicts of interest; fundraising ethics; IRS compliance; state laws and regulations; and the role of the compliance officer. This self-paced course, filled with videos and interactive case studies, will help you understand one of the most important areas of nonprofit management.

Learning Outcomes

  • Explain why nonprofit organizations are often held to higher ethical standards than for-profit corporations
  • Identify the key ethical issues that nonprofits need to address
  • Distinguish between mission, vision, and values statements
  • Discuss the key elements of an organizational ethics code
  • Articulate key ethical principles as they apply to nonprofit fundraising
  • Identify the four different types of conflict-of-interest
  • Name the steps in establishing a transparent executive compensation process
  • Explain the three duties that nonprofit board members must follow
  • Identify the key governance policies than nonprofits should adopt
  • Explain the provisions of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act that apply to nonprofits
  • Explain why nonprofit organizations should adopt a social media policy
  • Name the major duties of a compliance officer
  • Identify the major IRS requirements for 501 (c) (3) organizations
  • List the major areas in which nonprofit organizations must comply with state laws
  • Name the major areas in which nonprofit organizations may need to comply with local laws
  • Explain the concept of "compliance with the community"

"Good and thorough course. Well laid out, easy to follow, and appropriate for the topic/content. Really enjoyed the platform—good mix of interactive components, text descriptions, and video. Very nice course."

"I appreciated learning at my own pace and being given the opportunity to make multiple attempts to ingrain the information into my understanding."

"This was a very thought-provoking course. I really could see many of the concerns that I know happen every day. Thank you!"

What are the minimum technical requirements?
Software:

  • Any modern Office suite: Microsoft Office, Apple iWork, OpenOffice, or LibreOffice
  • The latest Adobe Reader/Acrobat Reader ( free download available at https://get.adobe.com/reader/ )

Web Browser:

  • An updated version of one of the major modern browsers: Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Safari, or Internet Explorer 11
  • Cookies must be enabled
  • JavaScript must be enabled
  • Reliable internet connection:
  • Broadband cable or highspeed DSL is recommended for optimal experience.

Note: Some courses may have additional hardware and/or software requirements. Any additional requirements will be listed in the course description and course syllabus.

What is your refund policy?
You may request a refund up to 7 days from the purchase date. The registration fee will only be refunded if less than 10% of the course has been completed.

How do I contact technical support?
To report technical issues please email us at support@mindedge.com.

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Principles of Marketing for Nonprofit Organizations
  • Type: Online, Self-Paced
  • Start Date: Open Enrollment
  • End Date: 3 Months Access
  • Cost: $79
  • Credits: 0.3 IACET CEUs, 3 HRCI Credits, 3 SHRM PDCs, 3 CFRE Points
  • Includes: Certificate

When we think of marketing, we typically think of the activities that a for-profit company engages in. However, marketing is an important function for nonprofit organizations as well. Effective marketing is how nonprofit organizations determine the needs of their clients and their donors. As in the for-profit world, nonprofit marketing includes advertising, promotion, public relations, and customer relationship management. This course examines how nonprofits use marketing to publicize their mission and to gather contributions of time and money. The course also discusses marketing planning in the nonprofit organization.

Learning Outcomes

  • Define what marketing is within the nonprofit environment
  • Explain the service-intensive nature of nonprofit program activities
  • Explain how the marketing mix is expanded for service products (the Three Ps of Services Marketing)
  • Describe the importance of customer satisfaction and how expectations play a role in satisfaction with service products
  • Discuss the role of ethics in nonprofit marketing
  • Describe the importance of a nonprofit marketing plan
  • Describe how target markets can be identified for donors
  • Explain how new service products are developed by nonprofits

"Thank you so much for offering this course. The information was clearly organized, and I appreciated the incorporation of video and case studies. The comprehension checks throughout were also helpful."

"This course was easy to navigate through and contained pertinent information. I enjoyed the mix of text and video and appreciated the downloads/links that can be printed and saved."

"The Principles of Marketing for Nonprofit Organizations was the perfect introductory content to provide the marketing strategy information, tools, and resources I was seeking. My organization is currently planning to build and develop a marketing plan but really didn't have anywhere to begin other than reaching out to firms. This course's content will help us understand the reasoning behind the strategy we develop and be able to work more productively with the marketing firm we decide to go with. What I learned here will come in handy far beyond our current work on marketing. Thank you!"

What are the minimum technical requirements?
Software:

  • Any modern Office suite: Microsoft Office, Apple iWork, OpenOffice, or LibreOffice
  • The latest Adobe Reader/Acrobat Reader ( free download available at https://get.adobe.com/reader/ )

Web Browser:

  • An updated version of one of the major modern browsers: Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Safari, or Internet Explorer 11
  • Cookies must be enabled
  • JavaScript must be enabled
  • Reliable internet connection:
  • Broadband cable or highspeed DSL is recommended for optimal experience.

Note: Some courses may have additional hardware and/or software requirements. Any additional requirements will be listed in the course description and course syllabus.

What is your refund policy?
You may request a refund up to 7 days from the purchase date. The registration fee will only be refunded if less than 10% of the course has been completed.

How do I contact technical support?
To report technical issues please email us at support@mindedge.com.

Project Management Flex
Project Management Non-Credit Certificate (FLEX)
  • Type: Online, Self-Paced
  • Start Date: Every Month
  • Cost: $1,995

This certificate, awarded by UW-Parkside’s AACSB accredited Business Department, was designed from the ground-up around the PMI standards for project management. In fact, this certificate satisfies the educational requirements needed to sit for the highly sought-after PMP certification. The PMP is the industry gold standard for project management professionals.

This certificate program walks you through an entire project lifecycle—from writing the project charter and scope statement, to assessing the project risks, and closing out a successful deliverable. The certificate focuses on traditional—or “waterfall”— project management, but will also teach you principles of agile. 

Sheronda Glass:  Sheronda Glass has worked for the University of Wisconsin-Parkside since 2016 and is currently the Assistant Vice Chancellor of Human Resources and Employee Engagement. She is a human resources executive with 25+ years of HR experience having worked in a variety of industries, including healthcare, consumer products/manufacturing, and most recently, K-12 education. She has extensive experience in the areas of HR strategic planning, conflict resolution, performance management, labor relations, and diversity management. She has also worked as a consultant for over six years, consulting in both for-profit and non-profit organizations. She is a certified trainer/facilitator in the areas of conflict resolution, emotional intelligence, performance management, and cultural competency.  

 

Sheronda received her Ph.D. in Business Management with a specialization in Human Resources from Capella University. She has taught human resources courses including Performance Management, and Introduction to Human Resources Management, and currently teaches Essential Personal Skills for Project Management and Staffing Organizations. She has also achieved the Professional in Human Resources certification awarded by the Society for Human Resources Management and the HR Certification Institute. She is a facilitator for the prep course for SHRM professional certifications and SHRM Essentials for non-HR managers. She is the recipient of the 2018 Milwaukee Business Journal HR Award and the UW System 2019 Outstanding Women of Color in Education Award. 


Jordania Leon-Jordan: Ms. Leon-Jordan received her bachelor's degree from UW-Stevens-Point and her master's degree in Business Administration from UW-Parkside. Ms. Leon-Jordan is a certified project management professional (PMP), teaches project management for the College of Business, Economics and Computing (CBEC), and leads UW-Parkside's IT strategic planning efforts.

As the CIO, Ms. Leon-Jordan serves as the head of the Campus Technology Services (CTS) department reporting directly to the Provost.

Ms. Leon-Jordan's responsibilities include overseeing the Applications Development, Client Services, Desktop Support, Networking, and Web Management teams; developing and communicating the vision and strategic technology goals supportive of all University entities engaged in the deployment and use of information technology; actively participating in and providing leadership in UW System and statewide information technology needs, among others.


Suresh Chalasani: Dr. Suresh Chalasani is a professor of Management Information Systems and has served the university for over 20 years.

Dr. Chalasani was the founding director for the Solutions for Economic Growth center and the founding Academic Director for several collaborative programs including the MS in IT Management, MS in Cybersecurity, and Graduate Certificates in Digital Marketing. Dr. Chalasani also helped launch undergraduate online courses and an online undergraduate certificate in project management. He helped launch the first competency-based education programs in the UW System. The Flex BSBA is the world's first AACSB accredited competency-based business degree.

Dr. Chalasani contributed to HLC and AACSB accreditation efforts and was the HLC's Accreditation Liaison Officer during the 10-year HLC re-accreditation effort.

Competency-based learning

The UW Flexible Option is a national pioneer in competency-based education for adult learners. This means, you can earn the project management credential you need to get ahead—without sacrificing your commitments to work and family. 

Competency-based education is all about your ability to prove mastery over the knowledge and skills in the program, not about seat time in a classroom. That means if you already have experience in some areas, you’ll be able to build on that and accelerate your progress. On the other hand, if you’re struggling with a concept and need more time to study it, you can do so without the stress of a looming deadline. 

Benefits of the UW Flexible Option:

  • Complete the certificate 100% online, with no live log-on times or course deadlines
  • Leverage your existing experience to accelerate through the program
  • Earn an accredited credential taught by respected UW faculty 
  • Get started any month of the year 
  • Have a dedicated Success Coach to support you

"I wanted to let you know that doing the project management certificate has really paid off for me.  I was able to frame my existing skills in new ways, and think outside the box when it came to what I might want to pursue.

I am starting a 1/2 time position, which will still allow me to continue my singing career, through the UW extension program.  I'll be working as a regional coordinator for a grant funded farmer's market project.  I'm really excited for this new experience and feel like my confidence in applying for the position came in a large part from doing the project management certificate." - Emily Fons

Why choose the non-credit certificate?

Earning the non-credit project management certificate is a great choice for someone with a bachelor’s degree—or higher—seeking professional development but are not interested in earning additional academic credits. With fixed start and end points, this non-credit certificate gives you 24 weeks to complete the program, so plan your start date at a time that works best for you.

This program has a one-time tuition cost of $1,995.00, which covers the full 24-week program.

Still unsure if this is the best option for you? Call one of our advisers at 608-800-6762, they are happy to answer any questions.

Terms & Conditions

The following terms and conditions apply to registration in the Project Management Non-Credit Certificate:

Registration Requirements: To register for the Non-Credit Project Management Certificate Program, you must meet at least one of the following four requirements:

  • An undergraduate degree (i.e. bachelor of science); or,
  • Be actively enrolled in a bachelor’s degree with junior or senior standing; or,
  • Have an associate degree and at least two years of business experience; or,
  • If you have no degree, then at least five years of business experience, preferably at mid-level management or above

Refund and Cancellation Policy: You may cancel your registration through the Friday before your subscription period begins and will receive a full refund minus a $50 administrative fee. No refund is provided for cancelled registrations received after this time frame. Please see the Compassionate Refund/Extension Policy for information on exceptions to this policy. 

Project Management Institute Certification: This program does not automatically grant the PMP, CAPM, or any other project management certification offered by the Project Management Institute (PMI) upon graduation. Though our program will prepare you for those certifications, it is your responsibility to complete all the requirements (which includes education, tests, fees, and experiential hours), as outlined by the PMI, to earn those industry certifications. 

Modality: UW Flexible Option is not a traditional learning experience. We encourage you to review the resources on how the UW Flexible Option works, as well as this short overview of competency-based education. Please note, students are encouraged to discuss any questions or concerns with an Enrollment Adviser (608-800-6762) prior to registering for this program.

Course Policies: You acknowledge that you have reviewed all the course policies, which include policies on registration, cancellation, withdrawal, grading, repeat, and more.

Certificate in Nonprofit Management
Certificate in Nonprofit Management
  • Type: Online, Self-Paced
  • Start Date: Open Enrollment
  • End Date: 12 Months to Complete
  • Cost: $699
  • Credits: 4.4 IACET CEUs, 35 HRCI Credits, 44 SHRM PDCs, 23 CFRE Points
  • Includes: Certificate, Badge

This online certificate program introduces learners to key current management issues for nonprofit organizations. Fundraising, board and volunteer development, budgeting, reading financial statements, leadership, marketing, and setting strategic direction are all addressed, and video commentary on these crucial topics will give you insight into how nonprofit professionals apply key concepts in their own organizations. Each 3 to 5 hour, self-paced course offers an assortment of interactive exercises, videos, selected readings, case studies, and self-assessments that will engage you and help you practice effective decision making in a nonprofit setting. After completing all the courses, learners will engage in a simulation meant to test the concepts covered in the courseware. Some courses in this certificate award CFRE credits.

Features:

  • Mobile-friendly
  • Audio-enabled
  • Badge and credit-awarding
  • Real-world case studies
  • Fully accessible
  • Games & Flashcards
  • Expert-supported
  • Video content

(This course is powered by MindEdge) 

Courses Included in this Certificate

  • Budgeting in a Nonprofit Organization
  • How to Read a Nonprofit Financial Statement
  • Leadership in a Nonprofit Organization
  • Nonprofit Board and Volunteer Development
  • Principles of Marketing for Nonprofit Organizations
  • Strategy for Nonprofit Organizations
  • Capital Campaigns
  • Introduction to Grant Writing
  • Introduction to Nonprofit Management
  • Social Media for Nonprofits
  • Fundraising for Nonprofit Organizations


 

"This was a wonderful learning experience, and it has really given me great insight on the non-profit budgeting process. I been working for a non-profit for over 5 years, and I am starting to move up in management. I know that budgeting management is going to propel me to the next stage of management, and I feel the content and exercises in this course have given me a great knowledge base. I feel more confident moving forward and am optimistic about my future career path." 

"Though I have worked with nonprofit budgets for several years, I knew that there were many gaps in my knowledge and understanding that could be filled. This class solidified many already-known concepts, provided clarity in others, and gave me new strategies to implement." 

What are the minimum technical requirements?
Software: 

  • Any modern Office suite: Microsoft Office, Apple iWork, OpenOffice, or LibreOffice
  • The latest Adobe Reader/Acrobat Reader ( free download available at https://get.adobe.com/reader/ )

Web Browser:

  • An updated version of one of the major modern browsers: Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Safari, or Internet Explorer 11
  • Cookies must be enabled
  • JavaScript must be enabled

Reliable internet connection:

  • Broadband cable or highspeed DSL is recommended for optimal experience.

Note: Some courses may have additional hardware and/or software requirements. Any additional requirements will be listed in the course description and course syllabus.

What is your refund policy?
You may request a refund up to 7 days from the purchase date. The registration fee will only be refunded if less than 10% of the course has been completed.

How do I contact technical support?
To report technical issues please email us at support@mindedge.com, or use our contact form below.

What are badges?
We now issue Badges, an online standard to recognize and verify learning, for more than 100 courses and simulations offered here online.

Badges allow students and professionals to publicly share their skills, knowledge, and accomplishments online, which may help with future career and education opportunities. Learners can manage and share badges across the web from their Badgr. (You can set up a free Badgr at https://badgr.com/.)

Learners who successfully complete their course or simulation will earn Badges. They can share their credentials online through social media and display them on resumes and transcripts.

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