What Is The CNP?
The Certified Nonprofit Professional (CNP) Credential is the only national nonprofit credential preparing students for leadership in the nonprofit sector.
To earn the Certified Nonprofit Professional (CNP) Credential, students must choose one of the following paths:
Path One
Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Student Association Participation
Student out of pocket cost: $0
Complete the Required Coursework
- RTNL 2130-01: Foundations of the Nonprofit Sector
- RTNL 2210-01: Nonprofit Leadership Practicum I (student association)* $100 course fee
- Minimum 120 hour Internship required for certification (course credit or transcript notation required)
Recommended Coursework
- RTNL 4210-01/5210-01: Nonprofit Leadership Practicum II (student association)
- RTNL 3110-01: Management and Human Resource in RTNL
- RTNL 4320-01: Financial Resource Management in RTNL
Final Requirements
- Attend a professional conference
- Paid for through fundraising and coordinated by student association
- Complete CNP Exam
- Complete undergraduate Degree
- Campus Director Certification required
Path Two
Self-Directed
Student out of pocket cost: $175 (minimum)
- $100 account fee out of pocket
- 20+ hours of volunteer service (can include student organization leadership)
- 120+ hour internship
- Attend a professional conference
- Complete CNP Exam
- Minimum score of 76%
- Twice a semester meeting w/ Campus Director
- Complete undergraduate Degree
- Campus Director Certification required
More about the Nonprofit Leadership Practicum (RTNL 2210/4210/5210)
- Students will participate in an Annual Fundraising Campaign; raising over $20,000.
- Students will participate in service projects.
- Students will partake in numerous professional development opportunities.
- Students will gain experience in event planning and coordinating.
Graduation Requirements
- Students must obtain their Baccalaureate Degree before earning their certification.
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