Education & Training

Stronger management translates into stronger mission performance.

Build a Logic Model - Many funders including local foundations, United Way, state agencies and other governmental entities want you to demonstrate program outcomes. Logic models are a tool for developing outcomes. The models are a fundamental part of program planning, implementation, and evaluation. More information

Leadership Café - Monthly roundtable discussions on critical and cutting-edge issues in nonprofit leadership and governance. More information

Leadership Certificate Program - Supports the changing demands on nonprofit leaders to enhance their management skills. The program offers five courses: Leadership, Advancement, Treasury, Operations and Strategic Planning.  Participants successfully completing all five course receive a "Certificate in Nonprofit Leadership" from Rockford College.     View the Leadership Certificate Program brochure

Proposal Writing Workshops - The Center offers on-campus training, off-campus training and individual consultation opportunities. More information

Board Training On Campus and Customized at Your Site -

Effective Governance-Nonprofit Board Training is designed for current board members, potential board members and nonprofit executive staff members interested in current information for changing times and effective governance. More Information

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Withdrawal and Cancellation for Courses and Programs:

Withdrawal and Cancellation Policy

A full refund less a one percent (1%) cancellation fee will be granted to a registrant who notifies us about his or her cancellation at least five business days prior to the start of the course. After this date, no refund will be given unless the Northern Illinois Center for Nonprofit Excellence cancels the course. Registrants may apply the tuition to another course offered by the Center, if they contact us five days prior to the start of the course. Failure to attend a course does not entitle a registrant to a refund. Cancellations must be confirmed in writing by registrants.

Weather-related Class Cancellation

All classes will be held during inclement weather unless Rockford College closes its campus. If the Center cancels a class due to weather, the class will be made up during the same semester or an opportunity will be offered for registrants to make up a class the next time the class is offered by the Center. Failure to attend due to inclement weather does not entitle a registrant to a refund or make-up session.