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
- Type: Online, Self-Paced
- 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.
- Type: Online, Self-Paced
- 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.
- Type: Online, Self-Paced
- 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.
- Type: In-Person and Virtual Options
- Start Date: 11/02/2023
- End Date: 11/03/2023
- Meeting Time(s): 8 am-5 pm
- Cost: $749 | Nonprofit and Early Registration Rates Available
- Credits: 16 SHRM PDCs | 16 CEHs
This SHRM Essentials of Human Resources course covers the topics you need to meet key HR challenges that are relevant to you and your company. In less than 20 hours, you can cover the issues you need to reduce potentially costly lawsuits.
Since HR can be a moving target, this course is great for arming your supervisors and managers with basic HR skills to prepare them for the day-to-day challenges of interacting with their staff. Prepare them with the knowledge and skills they need to maintain a positive relationship with their staff as well as avoid HR missteps that can end up in costly litigation. Developed by leading HR experts, HR practitioners, and legal counsel, the SHRM Essentials of Human Resources course covers introductory HR topics in a condensed, easy-to-understand format. The straightforward format ensures that HR concepts can be mastered and applied to real-life situations.
This program combines expert instruction with the SHRM Essentials of Human Resources, so you will learn faster and retain more knowledge to accelerate your future in HR.
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, 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 from 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.
• Review key pieces of federal legislation on sexual harassment, age discrimination, and the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).
• Gain insights into employee recruitment and selection while avoiding legal pitfalls.
• Enhance your skills related to total compensation systems, pay increases and incentives, and employee benefits.
• Increase your knowledge of employee orientation, onboarding, professional development, and training.
Value of the SHRM Essentials of Human Resources course:
- Time-efficient and comprehensive: One training program covers vital HR topics in less than 20 training hours.
- Exceptional instruction: Learn from an HR expert who provides insight and one-on-one guidance.
- Networking and peer interaction: share experiences, discuss topics, and gain real-world insights into HR.
- Stay on track: Structured times, dates and assignments help keep you motivated and on track.
- Expertise from the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM): SHRM is the world’s largest association and leading advocate for HR professionals.
"I have very little HR experience, and I found Sheronda's presentation to be interesting and educational. I can honestly say this is the first time in awhile that a workshop held my attention so well!"
"Thank you so much for this course and making it so easy to follow and understand! HR itself is so detailed and overwhelming, but Sheronda made it a great experience and having the real life stories help with understanding and scenarios."
"Love Professor Glass - I will continue seeking opportunities to learn from her."
"Sheronda is a skilled professional and did a great job making the material approachable. She's fantastic!"
Are there any software requirements?
For those attending virtually, a solid internet connection and computer compatibility with Zoom are required. If you need assistance in determining your setup, please reach out to us!
- 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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