Funding and Proposal Development
course description
Learn strategic research techniques for identifying viable funding opportunities as you explore grants, donations, and sponsorships. Gain practical skills in grant writing, proposal research and development, with an emphasis on having an impact on potential funders and growing community trust.
Duration 24 hours | Price $525 + GST | Delivery Format Online scheduled sessions |
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Start & End Dates | Days | Times | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 4 - November 27 | Tues/Thurs | 6:00 - 9:00pm MST | open |
Learning outcomes
This Micro Credential is competency based, focusing on becoming proficient in specific skills and knowledge. By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
- Develop strategies for securing funding through grants and proposals
- Create a mini-proposal or grant application for a non profit initiative
Course topics
Topic 1 | Funding and proposal development Learn about funding sources, opportunities, and the elements of a persuasive grant proposal. | Topic 2 | Measuring and communicating impact Learn tools like logic models and impact metrics, craft impact reports and how to build trust with funders. |
Career pathways
Skills from this Micro Credential apply to careers in nonprofit management, fundraising, grant writing, community development, program coordination and more. Ideal for anyone seeking to secure funding, grow partnerships and strengthen impact reporting in mission-driven organizations.
Why enroll in this course?
| Structured, virtual learning, with live support from industry experts | Projects that you can include in your own work or portfolio | Earn a digital badge to showcase & share your skills | Customize your learning path to match your career goals and earn higher credentials |
Course completion
This non-credit course runs twice per week for four consecutive weeks, combining live virtual classes with graded assignments and assessments. Assignments must be submitted on schedule, and learners will be expected to apply new concepts as they progress. To successfully complete the course and earn a digital badge, you must achieve an overall grade of 70% or higher.
Instructor bio
ReTrain Canada is dedicated to the reskilling and upskilling of Canada's working and middle classes, creating a solid foundation for the future of Canadians. Their course offerings have been developed to provide career options that use technology employers are looking for. ReTrain Canada instructors have a solid foundation of industry experience along with being expert guides for students going through the learning process.
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Follow instructions on this pageApplicable certificates
Use this Micro Credential and four other courses to earn a Professional Certificate.
Applicable certificate page