Service Organization Track

Certified Nonprofit Professional

The CNP will help you turn your commitment to making a difference into a career. We partner with organizations like AmeriCorps and Alpha Phi Omega to bring the CNP to you at a discounted rate. Plus, by being a service organization member you already meet 2 requirements!

Find a Purpose – Build a Career

What’s next? The CNP credential is a powerful tool for building a career in the social sector. Combining the CNP with your service experience will open new doors. Perform better in your job. Earn more money early in your career. Be satisfied with work that makes an impact.

AmeriCorps NCCC Members in front of booth at conference
Certified Nonprofit Professional (CNP) logo in blue and grey.
Woman volunteering outside during her service year

The CNP credential is available to all service organization members!

AmeriCorps NCCC

AmeriCorps NCCC members serve directly with nonprofit organizations to tackle our nation’s most pressing challenges. AmeriCorps NCCC members and alumni meet both the Volunteer Service and Professional Experience requirements through their year of service. AmeriCorps NCCC members receive a discount for CNP enrollment.

The fee of $100 (traditionally $300) includes access to the independent study guide, student profile portal, a digital badge, and a blockchain certificate upon completion.

Looking for a partial scholarship opportunity? Apply Now! 

Service Organization Track

We partner with service organizations like AmeriCorps and Alpha Phi Omega to offer the Certified Nonprofit Professional (CNP) credential as a benefit of membership.

The fee of $300 includes access to the independent study guide, student profile portal, a digital badge, and a blockchain certificate upon completion.

Looking for a partial scholarship opportunity? Apply Now! 

What does it take to earn a CNP?

When you earn your CNP, you will be part of a global network of professionals leading teams that make our world better. Every person who wears a CNP badge meets five requirements. Hover over each icon to learn more. Test your knowledge by taking the CNP Sample Quiz.

volunteer service

Volunteerism

professional experience

Nonprofit Experience

nonprofit knowledge skills

Knowledge and Skills

leadership development

Professional Development

general learning

Education

What can you expect?

CNP Central

Our portal for all things related to earning the CNP. This one-stop hub combines announcements, resources, discussion groups, blogs and your credential profile — all in one convenient location.

Mentor Match

Pair up with one of our CNPs working in the social sector. Ask questions you aren’t sure who to ask. Practice interview skills. Get advice on preparing your resume or building your LinkedIn profile. Our alumni are the most valuable asset of our entire network. Tap into their know-how.

ELEVATE

Our virtual conference for social sector leaders. We host the three-day conference on the Leaderosity platform every winter. Participants learn from national thought leaders, network with changemakers and access a wealth of digital resources.

Career L!FT

Also on CNP Central, all things related to building your career in the social sector are here. Get tips on writing a resume, completing your LinkedIn profile, finding a job, attending an interview and so much more.

Meet with a NLA Staff Member!

Have some questions? Schedule a 1:1 with NLA Staff!


Americorps NCCC Service Year Alumni, Brook Campbell smiling outside with brunette hair and a red professional blouse

“I was pleasantly surprised at how many potential employers were interested in the CNP letters behind my name when it was time for me to make a career change.“

Brooke Campbell, CNP

AmeriCorps NCCC Alumni

Americorps NCCC Service Year Alumni, Erica Fuller, CNP smiling outside with brunette hair and a black and red American Red Cross branded jacket zipped up

“Becoming a CNP has further introduced me to the realm of social sector leadership, allowed me to connect with a large network of similar-minded professionals, and inspired me with excitement and confidence moving forward.”

Erica Fuller, CNP

AmeriCorps NCCC Alumni