Course Offerings

Ready to develop the skills and strategies you need to become an integral part of one of the world's fastest-growing professional certification sectors-grant writing? In the Professional Grant Writing course, you will further the ideals and goals of your career track by learning about the required competencies that can lead to an internationally recognized certification by one of the leading grant professional associations. Did you know that there's more to writing grants than finding funding and writing grant proposals? Grant professionals must also learn how to delve into supporting organizational development for grant applicants, coach them in communicating with potential funders, assist with internal and external collaborations with a successful mix of partners, and magically spin-out program design language. In this course, you will become proficient in the proposal and case statement formats used by foundations and government grantmaking agencies. Throughout the course, you will learn about the certification process for grant professionals and write different elements of a complete grant application, culminating in a case statement for your capstone assignment with expert instructor feedback on each element. From grant funding trends to matching your course project to the right funding sources, you will be confident in differentiating yourself from a grant writer to a grant professional! You will also be prepared for the Grant Professional Certified (GPC) exam offered by the Grant Professionals Certification Institute (GPCI), which has minimum requirements of education and grant experience based on the level of education obtained. This course has been accepted in GPCI's (Grant Professionals Certification Institute) Accepted Education Program.

Course Objectives

Learn how to communicate effectively with grant funders for relationship cultivation.

Submit a grant proposal.

Write a persuasive case statement.

Use a professional code of ethics to guide decisions and conduct.

Outline of Instruction

Why Get a Grant Writing Certification

Being Confident in Your Grant Writing Skills

Grant Funding Trends

Grant Funding Resources and Best Matches for Programs and Projects

Establishing Initial and Ongoing Relationships with Funders

Relationship Between Organizational Development and Grant Seeking Readiness

Proposal Writing Preparation

Proposal Writing Research, Implementation Strategies, Writing Characteristics, and Incorporating Graphics

Writing the Boilerplate for the Grant Applicant Organization

Diving Deep Into Organizational Development Strategies and Funding Needs

Midterm Exam and Writing Prompt Response

Stakeholders, Partnerships, and Key Personnel Collaborations and Communications

Effective Program and Project Design and Development Strategies

Community Resources, Evaluation Designs, and Cultural Competencies

Proposal Budgets

Grant Proposal Submission Processes and Follow-up for Unfunded Submissions

Funded Grant Requests

Writing an Effective Case Statement for Fundraising Purposes

Capstone Assignment: Case Statement

Deciding to Move Forward with Certification

Employability Ethics

Bonus Lesson: Interview Pregame

Final Exam

Contact Hours

90

CEUs

No

Industry Standard, State or National Certification

Certification

None

Website

None

Certification Learning Outcomes/Requirements

CE or CU Articulation

No

Prerequisites

This course is intended for anyone interested in developing their grant writing skills. You will need an internet connection, be familiar with using the internet, have emailing capabilities, and have experience using a word-processing computer program (Microsoft Word is recommended) and a spreadsheet program (such as Microsoft Excel) for the budgeting portion.

Learning Supplies Needed

Hardware Requirements:
This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.

Software Requirements:
PC: Windows 10 or later.
Mac: macOS 10.10 or later.
Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
Microsoft Excel (not included)
Microsoft Word Online
Adobe Acrobat Reader
Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:
Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:
The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment. The following textbooks will be shipped to you approximately 7-10 business days after enrollment:
Prepare for the GPC Exam: Earn Your Grant Professional Certified Credential
Please note: You will receive a digital book if the physical book is on backorder.

Clinical Site/Special Facilities

None

Requirements for Successful Completion

90% attendance

Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements

N/A

Intended Audience

If you are interested in learning what it takes to become a professional grant writer, this course is for you!

Specific Industry or Business Support Needs

N/A

Wake County Need for Industry Positions

N/A

Industry or Job Titles Related to Training Outcomes for Employment

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Course Contact Information

Courtney Boney
919-532-5581
[email protected]