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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Registration Open 7.27.26 - 9.21.26 | Courses Begin 9.28.26

                     

CCNL 3 | Relationship - Connecting Hearts to Ministry Mission

This module is designed to provide the leader of a nonprofit organization with an executive-level view of how to create and build an engaging brand, connect that brand with various audiences, and inspire donor support. You will learn to establish your organization's distinctive brand. You will learn how to take a sound approach to technology in your organization's communications. And you will gain practical, biblically based insight into how to build and steward transformative, lifelong relationships with your organization's donors. This is a CCNL required course and earns 20 points.

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TLS 104 | Lead Like Jesus | Heart, Head, Hands, and Habits

This course is designed to help participants learn what is needed to develop the heart, head, hands, and habits of a great leader, with Jesus as the model. The readings, videos, and other materials are designed to help participants uncover what might be holding them back from realizing their full leadership potential and to develop the skills and habits needed to become leaders who lead like Jesus. Lead Like Jesus defines leadership as "anytime you influence the thinking, behavior, or development of another person, you are engaging in leadership."  This is a CCNL elective course and earns 20 points.  

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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