NTEN’s respected certificates are the first credentials focused on nonprofit technology management and digital equity.
Our professional certificate program lets you design a personalized learning experience by selecting courses from an expansive range of topics. Each in-depth course balances expert instruction, participant interaction, and active learning exercises over the course of a week.
Whether it’s for the job you have or the job you want, you’ll learn how to advance your organization’s mission through the skillful and equitable use of technology.
Choose your path
We offer three certificates that focus on enhancing your tech leadership skills, deepening your expertise in digital equity, and strategically applying AI within the nonprofit sector. You can enroll today and choose the certificate you want right at the start. Or enroll, then take the time you need to figure out which certificate fits your professional development goals.
AI for Nonprofits Certificate
Our newest certificate focused on artificial intelligence within the nonprofit sector with an emphasis on resources, guidance, and expert insights on how to make the most of this emerging technology while remaining strategic and true to the values of your mission.
- 6 AI courses.
- 2 leadership courses.
- 5 courses of any category.
- 1 final assignment.
Upcoming professional certificates
AI for foundations
In partnership with Technology Association of Grantmakers, this certificate focuses on the unique applications for and considerations with artificial intelligence technologies in foundation and grantmaking organizations, especially on operational efficiencies, data and impact analysis, and purpose-build applications.
Open Source for Nonprofits
This new certificate program is designed for anyone interested in learning about open source development, product management, and user experience design especially within and for social impact causes and nonprofit organizations. All levels of prior development experience are welcome to participate.
Register for the certificate program
Registering for a certificate program saves you 40% compared to registering for the same number of courses individually. Like courses, certificates are 50% off for NTEN members, which also offers other benefits, like discounted registration to the NTC.
Scholarships
Apply for a scholarship for an NTEN professional certificate or course. Availability limited.
Learn about scholarships
Earning a certificate was a profoundly positive experience that has truly changed my professional life, and I would highly recommend it to anyone serious about thriving in the nonprofit sector.
- Aaron TebrinkeCommunications Manager, Dominican Sisters of Springfield, Illinois, and 2018 certificate program graduate
What to expect
To earn a certificate, you need to complete 13 courses and a final assignment.
You get to choose courses relevant to your interests and work. Eight courses must be in specific categories, and five can be in any category you like. You'll start your self-paced final assignment once you’ve completed the other requirements. With self-paced courses, you can complete the certificate at your own speed—anytime within a one-year limit.
Courses count toward CFRE and CAE credits.
Questions?
Reach out to Ash Shepherd, our Chief Program Officer to discuss how a certificate can boost your career.
