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VOA National Conference

At the Alliance, we change the world by making sure that nonprofits have the talented workforce needed to fulfill their missions. Our programs equip social changemakers like you with innovative training to ultimately do more good.

Earn your nonprofit leadership certificate through Nonprofit Leadership Alliance’s workforce track.

Professional Track

The Certified Nonprofit Professional (CNP) Professional Track is a virtual program that will elevate your skills and equip you with the tools needed to be a successful social impact leader. Use promo code VOA for $340 off your registration fee of $1700!

Certified nonprofit professional Advanced Track

Accelerated Professional Track

For professionals with significant experience in the nonprofit sector, our Accelerated Professional Track values your on the job learning and provides a shorter path to earning the CNP. Use promo code VOA for $175 off your registration fee of $875!

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Train Your Staff

Wherever your employees are in their career journey, the CNP online credential program will prepare them for a leadership position in your organization. By taking your entire staff through this customized journey you will increase employee retention and reinforce your organization’s values. Learn more here. 

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Certified to Change the World

CNP Competencies and Learning Topics

Since 1948, the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance has focused its certification on the competencies required for the success of nonprofit managers and leaders. While the list has evolved over the years, competencies remain at the center of the knowledge, skills, and abilities recognized by the Certified Nonprofit Professional (CNP) credential. Test your knowledge by taking the CNP Sample Quiz.

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.

volunteer service

Volunteer Service

professional experience

Professional Experience

nonprofit knowledge skills

Nonprofit Knowledge and Skills

leadership development

Leadership Development

general learning

Education

Ariel Kaylor, CNP

Meet our CNP Program Manager!

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