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Breaking Into Nonprofits: Group Coaching for Career Success

BUSA-80070

Diana Fontaine, Ph.D.

 "Katie provided us with an excellent overview of the non-profit world and what to expect in a non-profit role. She equipped us with the knowledge, skills, and confidence we need to successfully land a job and begin our careers with purpose." - Diana Fontaine, Ph.D.

What you'll learn

This interactive group coaching course supports individuals launching or transitioning into nonprofit careers. Through guided discussions, practical exercises, and peer support, explore nonprofit culture, roles, and growth paths. Learn to highlight transferable skills, tailor your resume, strengthen interview strategies, and network effectively. Gain curated job search tools and the confidence to take your next step in the nonprofit sector.

Learning Objectives:
By the end of the course, students will:

  • Describe the range of career pathways, organizational cultures, and growth opportunities within the nonprofit sector.
  • Analyze and articulate transferable skills and align them with the needs of nonprofit organizations.
  • Demonstrate effective interview strategies tailored to nonprofit job opportunities.
  • Evaluate and utilize nonprofit-specific job search tools and resources to develop a targeted career plan.s
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Course Information

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$250.00
Notes: This workshop does not carry academic credit and does not require a textbook. However, first-time CFRE (Certified Fund Raising Executive) applicants may count up to 6 Non-Fundraising Related (NFR) Continuing Education (CE) points from this workshop toward their certification application. Those seeking CFRE re-certification may count up to 5 NFR CE points.

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This course applies to these programs

Fundraising and Development

Course sessions

Closed

Section ID:

197134

Class type:

Synchronous web-based class meetings that are scheduled to meet online at published times (time/date).

Textbooks:

All course materials are included unless otherwise stated.

Policies:

  • No refunds after: 4/1/2026
  • Early Enrollment Discount: $225 ($250 if enrolled after 3/23/2026)

Note:

Synchronous web-based class meetings that are scheduled to meet over Zoom on Tuesdays from 5pm to 7pm Pacific Time. You will have access to your online course on the published start date OR 1 business day after your enrollment is confirmed, if you enroll on or after the published start date. To login to your course, go to your MyExtension account, select My Courses, select this course and then click the link that appears under Online Provider.

Schedule:

Date Day Start End
3/24/2026 Tue 5:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m.
3/31/2026 Tue 5:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m.
4/7/2026 Tue 5:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m.
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Instructor: Katie Croskrey

Katie Croskrey

Division Vice President, American Diabetes Association

Katie Croskrey is the President of Non Profit Magic, an Executive Coaching and Interim Leadership solution for nonprofit organizations.  Prior to starting Non Profit Magic, Katie served as the National Director, Development for the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN). For more than 20 years she has been involved in fundraising with the nation’s leading voluntary health agencies, including the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, American Diabetes Association and the Alzheimer's Association.  In addition to fundraising, Katie has worked to deliver and evaluate education programs for people living with chronic illnesses. From grant writing to special events, her experience is varied and comprehensive. In 2018 she completed a master's in nonprofit management from Regis University.  Katie is also a certified coach with a focus on nonprofit leaders. Katie enjoys introducing and inspiring people to become involved in the nonprofit sector.
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