The CLA Center for Online Learning

Learning experiences for a Christian nonprofit professional like you!  

Discover the experiences that build mission-critical competency, increase leadership capacity, and teach how to apply the biblical principles that fuel operating excellence. 
                                               

Leadership

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Relationship

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Stewardship

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Outcomes Academy Fall 2025 Registration Is Open!

Registration opens on July 22, 2025 | Registration closes on September 22, 2025
 Course completes on December 15, 2025

TLS 105 | The Journey to Thriving | Leadership From a Shepherd's Perspective

Leadership from the Shepherd's Perspective explores the biblical concept of shepherd leadership and the belief that the timeless shepherd model applies—as does God's Word—everywhere one influences and impacts others. The shepherd leadership principle is grounded in the three pivotal elements of Provision, Protection, and Presence. Participants will explore a shepherd's responsibilities for leading literal sheep during this course. They will also examine their personal leadership experiences, use Scripture to translate biblical principles into immediately applicable and practical behaviors, and create a customized Shepherd's Operating Manual. This course earns 20 elective points for the CCNL Program.

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CCNL2 | Stewardship | Faithful Care of Ministry Resources and People

The 10-week course provides the leader of a nonprofit organization with an executive-level view of what is required for the God-honoring stewardship of finance, tax, legal, and people management and care. Attending to these foundational aspects of leading a ministry well is essential for establishing excellence and transparency. This course is required for all CCNL program participants and is highly recommended for all executive directors, CEOs, COOs, CFOs, and Human Resource Executives. This course earns 20 of the required 40 points for the CCNL Program.

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Alliance Insights Modules

Focused | On-Demand | Self-Paced 
These Digital Alliance Insights Modules (AIM) allow you to experience and apply cutting-edge thought leadership targeted to your organizational and leadership development needs as a Christian nonprofit leader.
To Learn More and Enroll, Click on the AIM Module Title  | Course fee: $97 | Duration: 2.5 -3.5 hours

Leadership: AIM Modules

Resilient, Adaptive, and Influential Leadership
Caring for Your Soul as a Leader

Stewardship: AIM Modules

Create a Thriving Workplace
Employee Development: Equipping Your Team
3Rs: Recruiting, Recognizing, and Retaining Employees

Relationship: AIM Modules

Fundraising and Your Board
Mastering Donor Development
Sustainer Giving Strategies
Capitalizing on Capital Campaigns
Digital Donor Development and Fundraising Insights