Create a network of individuals to help strengthen nonprofit governance

BoardSource periodically offers practitioner programs to help nonprofit and business leaders improve facilitation skills and increase their governance knowledge. The programs are designed for:

• Trainers
• Consultants
• Management assistance providers
• Directors of training from national organizations
• Field staff from national organizations
• Association staff in charge of member services
• Volunteer board facilitators

Through practitioner programs, BoardSource offers lifelong learning opportunities to support an extended network of individuals who can serve as effective resources for strengthening nonprofit governance.

Public courses are available throughout the year. To find out more information about a particular course and when it will be offered, click on its short description below.

If you are interested in having a course customized for your group, please contact BoardSource at consulting@boardsource.org or 1-877-892-6273.

Courses

Assessment of Governing Boards and Chief Executives
A comprehensive training on board evaluation tools for trainers and consultants

Critical Components of Effective Governance
A comprehensive training on the fundamentals of nonprofit boards and governance for trainers and consultants

Advanced Board Consulting
An advanced training on complex governance issues for trainers and consultants

Vital Facilitation Techniques
A comprehensive training on essential facilitation techniques for seasoned consultants, trainers, board and committee chairs, CEOs or executive directors, and others who work with governing boards and/or advisory groups

Other Training Opportunities.