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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The Summer 2026 Term is Ready For You!

Summer Registration Opens:  May 26 | Registration Closes: June 30 | Courses Begin: July 6, 2026

                                       

CCNL 2 | Stewardship | Faithful Care of Ministry Resources

The 10-week course is designed to provide the leader of a nonprofit organization with an executive-level view of what is required for the God-honoring stewardship of finances, taxes, legal matters, and people management and care. The attention to these foundational aspects of leading a ministry well is essential to 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 required points for the CCNL program.

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TLS 103 | The Thriving Leader Series | The Journey to Thriving

An in-depth review of core spiritual disciplines and how they support thriving. This course helps you engage with applications that foster a strong connection with the presence of God and discern his will for your life and ministry. Each session includes a Journey to Thriving story from leaders who have been on the journey and have discovered the practices that keep them centered on God's will and purpose. This course earns 20 elective points for the CCNL program.

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The What, Who, and Why of CCNL Experience!

Earning your Credentialed Christian Nonprofit Leader distinction will build your confidence and strengthen you via online courses in three key areas:

Leadership: Hone your personal and executive leadership skills and learn the keys to excellent nonprofit board governance.

Stewardship:  Strengthen your nonprofit financial management expertise, hone your ability to manage and care for your team, and recognize key legal issues.

Relationship: Grow your skills and knowledge in resource development, marketing, and communications, as well as today's Internet and technology.

                                            

So, what's the value of CCNL? 

It's a credential employers and peers will recognize as a mark of Christian excellence.

Who benefits from earning a CCNL? 

You do, and through you, your ministry, your team, and ultimately the kingdom of Christ.

Why should you start your CCNL journey today? 

You can earn your CCNL credential in as little as one calendar year!  

Contact Cyndi Marcy with any questions: Cyndi.Marcy@ChristianLeadershipAlliance.org.

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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