Language: English
Short Description: This grant writing course equips learners with the knowledge and practical writing skills needed to research funding opportunities, develop persuasive proposals, and pursue a career in grant writing. Designed for both students and working professionals, the course introduces foundational and advanced grant writing techniques while emphasizing clear, effective, and purpose?driven communication. No prior technical experience is required, making the program accessible and user?friendly for learners at any stage.
Instructor Description: Though this program is a self-paced program it is supported by an educational mentor. Educational mentors are subject matter experts who have years of experience in their field as well as the necessary educational training and credentials to work as an expert. The mentor is available to answer any questions a learner may have including questions on course content, course material, certifications, and even industry questions. Mentors also monitor the progress of learners to ensure training retention and program advancement. In eLearning, motivation is a key tool to success. Because of this, mentors provide encouraging comments, feedback, and coaching to motivate learners throughout the duration of the program to support completion and success!
Certification: Upon completion of this program, learners will be eligible to sit for Grant Professional Certification exam. Learners must meet the following requirements: 3 years of grant experience, or
2 years of experience + specific grant responsibilities, or
1 year of experience + demonstrated grant outcomes
Requirements
All required reference materials are provided with this program. Technical requirements:
Internet Connection
• Broadband or High-Speed (DSL, Cable, Wireless)
Hardware Requirements
• Processor - 2GHz Processor or Higher
• Memory - 1 GB RAM Minimum Recommended
Software Requirements
• Operating Systems - Windows 7, 8 or 10; Mac OS x 10 or higher
• Internet Browsers - Google Chrome is highly recommended
• Cookies MUST be enabled
• Pop-ups MUST be allowed (Pop-up Blocker disabled)
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Lesson 1
Module 1: Grant Writing 101
Introduces the fundamentals of grant writing, including identifying grant seekers, understanding funder expectations, and exploring grant writing as a career or business.
Module 2: Grant Research
Focuses on researching nonprofit, corporate, government, and educational funding sources and identifying appropriate grant opportunities.
Module 3: Introduction to Grant Writing
Covers the core components of grant proposals and foundational techniques for clear, effective proposal development.
Module 4: Advanced Grant Writing
Explores strategies for creating competitive, fundable grant proposals and avoiding common pitfalls.
Module 5: Specialized Writing Techniques for Grants
Examines persuasive and technical writing techniques tailored specifically to grant proposals.
Module 6: Technical Writing
Develops professional writing skills that support clarity, structure, purpose, and tone across grant and non?grant communications.
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