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Breaking Into Nonprofits: Group Coaching for Career Success

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What you'll learn

This interactive group coaching course is designed for individuals interested in launching or transitioning into a career in the nonprofit sector. Through guided discussions, practical exercises, and peer support, participants will gain valuable insights into what to expect from a nonprofit career, including organizational culture, common roles, and growth opportunities.

Key topics include identifying and highlighting your transferable skills, tailoring your resume for nonprofit roles, mastering interview strategies, and effectively networking within the sector. The course also provides curated job search tools and resources specific to nonprofits, helping you build confidence and clarity as you navigate your career path. Whether you're a recent graduate, mid-career professional, or exploring a new purpose-driven direction, this course will offer the foundational knowledge and support you need to take the next step.

Learning Objectives:
By the end of this course, participants will:

  • Gain a better understanding of what a career in the nonprofit sector can offer
  • Identify transferable skills that are valuable to nonprofit organizations
  • Improve their interview skills for nonprofit job opportunities
  • Discover job search resources tailored for nonprofit careers

Course Information

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$250.00

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Section ID:

191528

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: 6/27/2025

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
6/24/2025 Tue 5:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m.
7/1/2025 Tue 5:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m.
7/8/2025 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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