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Training Resources
Free and Low-Cost Training Resources
Need a little help learning how to use a data or research tool? Want to take your skills to the next level, or support your staff’s professional development? We offer one-on-one and group training on many skills and tools, and there are also many free and low- cost training web sites out there, and there are more options emerging all the time. Check out our roundup of free and low cost training sites here.
Coursera
– Free courses, certificates and degrees
– Self-paced and hands-on projects
– Course topics include fundraising, child development, Excel, nonprofit leadership, survey research and qualitative research.
LinkedIn Learning
– Free 1-month trial than $30/month unlimited
– Emphasis on educators with real-world experience
– Course topics include Excel, data analytics, nonprofit management, social media for nonprofits
EdX
– Nonprofit founded by MIT and Harvard
– Free online classes in a global community
– Some classes have optional low-cost certifications
– Course topics include data science, program evaluation, community engagement.
nonprofitready
– Free courses and certificates for nonprofit professionals
– Course topics include fundraising, grant writing, leadership, nonprofit finances, engaging and managing volunteers.
Udemy
– Courses starting at $12.99
– 30-day money back guarantee
– Course topics include digital marketing for nonprofits, grant writing, nonprofit financial management, Excel.
Nonprofit Learning Lab
– National nonprofit providing leadership training and resources
– Topics include training, facilitation, fundraising, strategic planning, communications, and volunteer management.