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The American Humanics (AH) certification portfolio manual is designed to help you keep track of your learning experiences as you work toward AH certification. Every student seeking certification from American Humanics is required to maintain a portfolio.

A portfolio is a collection of materials assembled to demonstrate what you have achieved or are able to accomplish. American Humanics, Inc., in consultation with its partner colleges, universities and nonprofit organizations, has identified a set of competencies that entry-level professionals should possess for work in nonprofit organizations. Your portfolio is a collection of documents (statements, letters, records, papers, syllabi, etc.) that show others that you have these abilities. Sometimes the document you use is a record of your performance when you successfully complete a competency. Sometimes it is a class paper/assignment showing that you have been instructed in how to perform a competency or have an understanding of certain competencies. In any case, think of your portfolio as a set of materials especially assembled to "showcase" you and your skills.

Selecting Items:

Your goal, when selecting items for placement in your portfolio, should be to show what you have done and what you can do. The items should relate to and give evidence of your efforts to reach the educational and career goals you have established for yourself. This normally does not take a large number of items. One to five items will often suffice. Choose these items carefully. Try to select items that show the progress you have made and how you have learned from your experiences. A good place to begin is with the document you believe best portrays your ability to perform in the competency area being assessed. Then, before you add another item, ask, "What will this second item add to what the reviewer has already learned from the first item?" Add only those items that provide new or different insights regarding your performance. This "value added" principle will not only help you decide what to add but will also keep your portfolio from becoming too large.

Getting Organized:

Select a convenient but safe place to organize and store your materials. A file drawer would be great but a sturdy box will serve well too. You will need something like manila folders to organize and file the materials so they can be easily retrieved when you want to build your portfolio. It is a good idea to organize your materials according to the AH competency areas.

Displaying Items:

A portfolio should be a collection that is easily stored, carried, and shown. A three-ring binder/notebook seems to work well. Since most of the documents you will choose to display in your portfolio are one-of-a-kind original documents, you may want to protect them. The best way to do this is to purchase acetate sleeves that hold 8 ½ by 11 sheets of paper. This way, you will avoid the need to punch holes in valuable originals. If you include items that do not have obvious meaning, be sure to provide "captions" explaining the item.

Certification Requirements:

In order to receive AH certification, you must achieve competency in fourteen specific areas. These are:

Foundation Competencies

Career development and exploration

Employability skills

Communication skills

Personal attributes

Historical and philosophical foundations

General nonprofit management

Youth and adult development

Professional Development Competencies

Board/Committee development

Fundraising principles and practices

Human resource development and supervision

Nonprofit accounting and financial management

Nonprofit marketing

Nonprofit program planning

Nonprofit risk management

In addition to acquiring these competencies, you are required to:

Actively participate in the AH Student Association. Simply attending meetings will not benefit you or the student organization you have committed to.

Attend the AH Management Institute (an annual conference held in January) at least once.

Complete a minimum of 320 hours (8 credits) of internship/practicum experience.

The Certification Process:

Because each student will have different opportunities and experiences, it will be your responsibility to:

Determine, in consultation with the AH Director, how you will fulfill competency requirements and,

Turn in completed portfolio to AH Director during the first week of the semester you plan to graduate and/or receive certification.

Many opportunities, programs, courses, workshops, and activities exist on campus that help you to meet competency requirements. For this reason, AH certification can be flexible and individualized while also being comprehensive and relevant to your own personal and career goals. This requires, however, that you take initiative to discover what opportunities are available for you. Membership in the AH Student Association will help you learn what AH-applicable experiences are available on campus and in the community. Additionally, many activities you are already involved in may fulfill competencies. Reviewing your portfolio often with the AH Director will ensure the quickest and most efficient path to certification.

This portfolio contains several sections, described below.

1. Certification Tracking Sheets

This section helps you see at a glance what competencies you have completed. This section should be completed as you meet competencies and should be placed in the beginning section of your portfolio.

2. Competency Sheets

This section contains each competency area described in detail, with requirements and options for completing the competencies. These sheets should be placed in your portfolio in front of supporting material showing accomplishment of each competency area.

For questions concerning the AH Certification Portfolio, please contact:

Cindi Penor Ceglian

Campus Executive Director

American Humanics

Department of Human Development, Consumer and Family Sciences

NFA 369

South Dakota State University

Phone: 605-688-6418

FAX: 605 – 688-4888

Cindi.Penor-Ceglian@sdstate.edu

Certification Tracking Sheets

Completed Competency Requirements: 65 points required

1. Career Development and Exploration/Employability Skills (5-6 pts)

To meet this competency area, I completed the following:

_________________________________________ Date:____________

AH Campus Director’s Initials: _____________ Date:____________

2. Communication Skills (5-6 points)

_________________________________________ Date:____________

AH Campus Director’s Initials: _____________ Date:____________

3. Personal Attributes (10 points)

_________________________________________ Date:____________

AH Campus Director’s Initials: _____________ Date:____________

4. Historical & Philosophical Foundations/General Nonprofit Mgt.

(5 - 6 pts

_________________________________________ Date:____________

_________________________________________ Date:____________

_________________________________________ Date:____________

_________________________________________ Date:____________

AH Campus Director’s Initials: _____________ Date:____________

5. Youth and Adult Development (5-6 points)

_________________________________________ Date:____________

AH Campus Director’s Initials: _____________ Date:____________

6. Board/Committee Development (4-5 points)

_________________________________________ Date:____________

AH Campus Director’s Initials: _____________ Date:____________

7. Fundraising Principles and Practices (5 -6 points)

_________________________________________ Date:____________

AH Campus Director’s Initials: _____________ Date:____________

8. Human Resource Development and Supervision (5-6 points)

_________________________________________ Date:____________

AH Campus Director’s Initials: _____________ Date:____________

9. Nonprofit Accounting and Financial Management (5-6 points)

_________________________________________ Date:____________

AH Campus Director’s Initials: _____________ Date:____________

10. Nonprofit Marketing (5-6 points)

_________________________________________ Date:____________

_________________________________________ Date:____________

_________________________________________ Date:____________

_________________________________________ Date:____________

AH Campus Director’s Initials: _____________ Date:____________

11. Nonprofit Program Planning (5-6 points)

_________________________________________ Date:____________

AH Campus Director’s Initials: _____________ Date:____________

12. Nonprofit Risk Management (3-5 points)

_________________________________________ Date:____________

AH Campus Director’s Initials: _____________ Date:____________

Completed Required Co-Curricular Activities: Y / N

I have participated in the following AH Co-curricular Activities (show documentation):

AH Student Association membership: equivalent of one (1) year

AH students must be a dues paying member of the AHSA and actively involved in activities of the AHSA. You will need to maintain a list of your participation, including, but not limited to: service on committees, service as an officer, fundraising and participation in sponsored events.

AH Student Association meetings: attend minimum of five (5) each year.

In special circumstances, attendance at alternative organizations’ meetings (not to exceed 2) may substitute for AHSA meetings. Please discuss with AH director.

Guest speakers/workshops related to nonprofit management: at least four (4)

These include guest speakers or workshops conducted on campus or in the community.

AHSA Fundraising events: participate in at least one (1) each year.

AHSA Retreat: attend at least one (1)

Substitute events may apply. Please discuss with AH director.

Spring awards event: attend at least one (1)

Substitute events may apply. Please discuss with AH director.

AH Community Council meeting or event: attend at least one Community Council meeting. Meetings are held once a year. Alternatives include attending other events where council members meet, such as attending a board meeting of one of the Nonprofit partners. Please get permission from the nonprofit director before attending.

AH Management Institute: attend at least one (1)

Held the first week of January in various locations across the US. Although fundraising activities support student travel and registration expenses, ultimately students are responsible for their conference expenses.

Internship/practicum: eight credits minimum (320 contact hours)

Discuss your internship/practicum requirements with your major advisor and the AH Director. If your major requires an internship, it can be determined if internship requirements can be met for both the major and certification through a single placement. If the student’s major does not require an internship, AH students can meet their requirements through the Department of Human Development, Consumer and Family Sciences.

The Practicum/Internship: Complete 320 hours (8 credits) of field-based experience at a nonprofit agency

The student internship/practicum at a nonprofit organization is considered the "capstone" experience and should be completed near the end of a student’s program.

Attach a typed report discussing your goals and objectives for working at the agency and how those objectives were met. Included in the report should be a discussion of the American Humanics competencies that were addressed during your time at the agency.

Use the following format for your paper

Title Page

Your name

Your major

The name of the agency

The date you began and ended

The number of completed hours

Statement at the bottom of the page " I have read and concur with the content of this report" Signed______(Signature of your site supervisor)

Introduction

Name of Agency:

Mission of the agency (can also include the agency’s vision statement)

How this agency supports your career goals – i.e. why did you chose to do your internship at this agency?

Your goals and objectives for the internship

Responsibilities of the person (s) in the leadership position that was responsible for your supervision

Describe their role as a mentor for you.

What did you learn from their leadership style?

Responsibilities of others in the organization that impacted your learning experience

Describe any other individuals, their role within the organization, and activities that were important to your learning experience.

Discuss your goals and objectives for the internship experience

Be specific in describing the experiences you had that helped you to meet the goals and objectives stated on the title page.

Include in your descriptions, specific ways in which you met American Humanics competencies.

What skills will you take with you from this experience that will be applicable to other nonprofit agencies?

Conclude with how this experience will help you in your chosen career path.

Career Development and Exploration and Employability Skills

Describe opportunities for careers in nonprofit youth and human service management.

Discuss the realities of entry-level employment in the nonprofit sector including opportunities for growth, the need for relocation, and expected salary ranges.

Describe the changing nature of work in the nonprofit sector.

Communicate the primary focus of the mission for three or four of American Humanics’ national nonprofit partners.

Identify one’s own personal and professional development needs.

Develop an effective resume.

Prepare appropriate job search correspondence.

Research an organization to determine compatibility with personal values and goals.

Prepare for an interview.

Exhibit appropriate personal appearance.

Demonstrate effective interviewing skills.

Demonstrate appropriate interview follow-up practices.

Options for Meeting this Competency area:

Required coursework: HDFS 441 Professional Issues in Child and Family Studies or similar capstone course in the student’s major

In addition choose from the following (1-2 points each)

Please obtain documentation for any that you choose. Documentation can include photos or signatures of supervisors/presenters/faculty members, handouts. These items can be included in your portfolio.

Attend a workshop/seminar related to Career Development (2)

Participation in campus programs or workshops (Career Services, Library programs, Counseling Services) (2)

Experience gained in other campus activities and student organizations (summary of what you learned and signature of the organization chairperson) (1)

Academic service-learning (summary of what you learned and signature of the supervising faculty member) (1)

Relevant employment experiences (summary of what you learned and signature of the supervisor) (1)

Other academic courses or experiences approved by the CED (1-2)

Communication Skills

Use effective verbal and nonverbal communication skills.

Use proper grammar and vocabulary in written and verbal communication.

Demonstrate effective public speaking skills.

Use effective listening techniques.

Demonstrate the ability to address members of various constituent groups appropriately.

Explain the importance of cross-cultural communication skills.

Demonstrate the ability to resolve conflicts.

Demonstrate basic computer literacy skills.

Options for Meeting this Competency area:

Completes General Education requirements for your major:

English

Speech

Diversity

In addition choose from the following (1-2 points each)

Please obtain documentation for any that you choose. Documentation can include photos or signatures of supervisors/presenters/faculty members, handouts. These items can be included in your portfolio.

Other communication related academic coursework (2)

Participation in campus programs or workshops (Career Services, Library programs, Counseling Services) that require public speaking (2)

Documented experience in other campus activities and student organizations that required public speaking (summary of what you learned and signature of the organization chairperson) (1)

Academic service-learning projects that require interaction with others. (summary of what you learned and signature of the faculty member) (1)

Relevant employment experiences (summary of what you learned and signature of the supervisor) (1)

Documentation of computer literacy skills (1)

o Example: Provide a PowerPoint presentation

o Example: Developed Web site or maintains AHSA website for one semester

Other academic courses or experiences approved by the CED (1-2)

Personal Attributes

Demonstrate a positive attitude.

Demonstrate initiative.

Demonstrate commitment to the mission of an agency.

Exhibit responsible behavior.

Discuss the importance of ethical behavior.

Exhibit ethical behavior.

Demonstrate honesty and integrity.

Explain the importance of a commitment to service.

Explain the importance of maintaining confidentiality.

Explain the importance of accountability in a nonprofit agency.

Demonstrate ability to be an effective team member.

Demonstrate time-management skills.

Utilize effective techniques for problem solving.

Exhibit effective decision-making.

Demonstrate effective supervisory skills.

Handle constituent requests appropriately.

Develop positive working relationships with others.

Demonstrate leadership characteristics.

Options for Meeting this Competency area:

1. Required: Demonstration of active participation in AH Student Association activities (5 points) See documentation requirements on page 9.

In addition choose from the following (1-2 points each)

Please obtain documentation for any that you choose. Documentation can include photos or signatures of supervisors/presenters/faculty members, handouts. These items can be included in your portfolio.

Documented participation in campus programs or workshops (1)

Documented experience gained in campus activities and student organizations

Documentation from committee chair, organizational officer or advisor regarding commitment, accountability, attitude, initiative and/or being an effective team member on projects and events sponsored by an organization. (1 point for each activity)

Written assignment discussing personal time management and any of the above character traits related to your participation in an activity or an event (1 point)

Academic service-learning (summary of what you learned and signature of the supervising faculty member) (1)

Relevant employment experiences (summary of what you learned and signature of the supervisor) (1)

Other academic courses or experiences approved by the CED (1-2)

Historical and Philosophical Foundations and General Nonprofit Management

Describe the role of nonprofit organizations to meet human service needs in American society.

Describe the philanthropic structure of nonprofit agencies.

Explain the importance of a mission orientation for nonprofit agencies.

Understand the importance of the role of advocacy and lobbying in the nonprofit sector.

Explain the importance of building an agency that acts with the interests of the clients in mind.

Explain the importance of developing services that effectively respond to diversity in the community.

Possess basic knowledge of nonprofit management trends.

Explain the importance of collaborating with other nonprofit organizations to meet community needs.

Discuss the personal rewards of a career in nonprofit youth and human services agencies.

Options for Meeting this Competency Area:

Required coursework:

1. LMNO 201 Leadership and Management of Nonprofit Organizations

2. HDFS 355 Prevention Programs Human Development and Family Studies

3. HDFS 441 Professional Issues in Child and Family Studies or similar capstone class in students major

In addition choose from the following (1-2 points each)

Please obtain documentation for any that you choose. Documentation can include photos or signatures of supervisors/presenters/faculty members, handouts. These items can be included in your portfolio.

Assignments/projects/internships/cooperative/field experiences in your major or minor program of study (2)

Other independent readings/assignments (1)

Documented participation in campus academic programs or workshops (2)

Academic service-learning (summary of what you learned and signature of the supervising faculty member) (1)

Relevant employment experiences (summary of what you learned and signature of the supervisor) (1)

Documented experience in other campus activities and student organizations (summary of what you learned and signature of the organization chairperson) (1)

Documented participation in campus programs or workshops (1)

Relevant employment experiences (summary of what you learned and signature of the supervisor) (1)

Other academic courses or experiences approved by the CED (1-2)

Youth and Adult Development

Describe the developmental needs of youth.

Explain the ways in which nonprofit agencies meet the developmental needs of youth.

Describe the developmental needs of adults.

Explain the ways in which nonprofit agencies meet the developmental needs of adults.

Discuss the adult learning process and how it differs from that of youth.

Options for Meeting this Competency Area:

Required Coursework:

1. HDFS 210 Life Span Development OR

HDFS 227 Human Development I, HDFS 327 Human Development II AND HDFS 347 Human Development III (3 points)

In addition choose from the following (1-2 points each)

Please obtain documentation for any that you choose. Documentation can include photos or signatures of supervisors/presenters/faculty members, handouts. These items can be included in your portfolio.

Assignments/projects/internships/cooperative/field experiences in your major or minor program of study (2)

Other independent readings/assignments (1)

Documented participation in campus academic programs or workshops (2)

Academic service-learning (summary of what you learned and signature of the supervising faculty member) (1)

Relevant employment experiences (summary of what you learned and signature of the supervisor) (1)

Documented experience in other campus activities and student organizations in which you work directly with the clients (summary of what you learned and signature of the organization or event chairperson) (1 point for each activity)

Documented participation in campus programs or workshops (2)

Relevant employment experiences (summary of what you learned and signature of the supervisor) (1)

Other academic courses or experiences approved by the CED (1-2)

Board/Committee Development

Explain the purpose and structure of nonprofit boards and their relationship(s) to the agency.

Discuss strategies for determining staff support needs for committees and boards.

Explain techniques for the recruitment of volunteers to serve on committees.

Discuss the importance of providing supervision and support for committee and board members.

Discuss strategies for recruiting members to the board of directors.

Explain the importance of fostering board/volunteer/staff relationships.

Explain the importance of board recognition and evaluation.

Options for Meeting this Competency Area:

Required coursework:

1. HDFS 355 Prevention Programs Human Development and Family Studies

In addition choose from the following (1-2 points each)

Please obtain documentation for any that you choose. Documentation can include photos or signatures of supervisors/presenters/faculty members, handouts. These items can be included in your portfolio.

Assignments/projects/internships/cooperative/field experiences in your major or minor program of study (2)

Other independent readings/assignments (1)

o Suggestion: readings using National Center for Nonprofit Boards (NCNB) materials. URL: http://www.ncnb.org/

Documented participation in campus academic programs or workshops (2)

Academic service-learning (summary of what you learned and signature of the supervising faculty member) (1)

Serve on the SDSU American Humanics Board (1)

o Must attend 90% of the meetings

Serve on the SDSU American Humanics Student Association Executive Board (1)

o Must attend 75% of the meetings

Documented participation in campus programs or workshops (2)

Relevant employment experiences (summary of what you learned and signature of the supervisor) (1)

Other academic courses or experiences approved by the CED (1-2)

Attend a session or workshop at the AH Management Institute related to the topic (2)

Attend a board meeting of a nonprofit organization (1)

Volunteer to contribute a service for a nonprofit board meeting (2)

o Take notes, prepare folders, etc.

Fundraising Principles and Practices

Discuss the importance of developing fundraising activities that support the mission of the agency.

Explain ethical considerations and accountability of funds, which should guide fundraising efforts for the agency.

Plan fundraising activities.

Conduct fundraising activities.

Evaluate fundraising effectiveness.

Identify the segments of donors that may support an agency.

Discuss factors that may motivate donors and concerns that donors may have.

Explain strategies for securing in-kind support.

Develop grant proposals.

Explain techniques for recognizing donations.

Options for Meeting this Competency Area:

Required coursework and activity

1. HDFS 355 Prevention Programs Human Development and Family Studies

2. Actively participate in a minimum of two AH Student Association fundraising activities.

In addition choose from the following (1-2 points each)

Please obtain documentation for any that you choose. Documentation can include photos or signatures of supervisors/presenters/faculty members, handouts. These items can be included in your portfolio.

Assignments/projects/internships/cooperative/field experiences in your major or minor program of study (2)

Other independent readings/assignments (1)

o Suggested: Independent Readings using Association for Fundraising Professionals (AFP) materials. URL: http://www.afpnet.org/

Documented participation in campus academic programs or workshops (2)

Academic service-learning (summary of what you learned and signature of the supervising faculty member) (1)

Relevant employment experiences (summary of what you learned and signature of the supervisor) (1)

Documented experience in which you were involved with a nonprofit agency in a fundraising activity (2 points)

Other academic courses or experiences approved by the CED (1-2)

Attend a session or workshop at the AH Management Institute related to Fundraising Principles and Practices (2)

Human Resource Development and Supervision

Identify factors that motivate individuals to volunteer their services to a nonprofit agency.

Identify sources for staff/volunteer recruitment.

Explain strategies for the recruitment of staff and volunteers.

Explain strategies for selecting staff and volunteers.

Explain strategies for training staff and volunteers.

Explain strategies for providing an orientation to staff and volunteers.

Exhibit basic knowledge of human resource issues.

Exhibit ability to manage diversity and cultural competence.

Explain strategies for motivating staff and volunteers.

Explain strategies for supervising staff and volunteers.

Explain strategies for evaluating staff and volunteers.

Explain strategies for recognizing staff and volunteers.

Explain strategies for terminating staff and volunteers.

Explain the importance of delegation as a technique for the effective utilization of staff and volunteer talents.

Options for Meeting this Competency:

Required coursework:

Soc. 353 Sociology of Work OR Psych 331 Business and Industrial Psychology

In addition choose from the following (1-2 points each)

Please obtain documentation for any that you choose. Documentation can include photos or signatures of supervisors/presenters/faculty members, handouts. These items can be included in your portfolio.

Assignments/projects/internships/cooperative/field experiences in your major or minor program of study (2)

Other independent readings/assignments (1)

Suggested: Independent Readings using the Association for Volunteer Administration (AVA) materials. URL: http://www.avaintl.org/indexflash.html

Documented participation in campus academic programs or workshops (2)

Academic service-learning (summary of what you learned and signature of the supervising faculty member) (1)

Relevant employment experiences (summary of what you learned and signature of the supervisor) (1)

Documented experience in which you were involved with a nonprofit agency in Human resources (2 points)

Other academic courses or experiences approved by the CED (1-2)

Attend a session or workshop at the AH Management Institute related to Human Resource Development and Supervision (2)

Nonprofit Marketing/Public Relations

Explain the importance of a marketing philosophy in a nonprofit agency.

Explain the nature of public relations activities for nonprofit agencies.

Explain the role of community outreach activities.

Develop strategies for obtaining client feedback.

Discuss strategies for conducting a community needs assessment.

Explain the importance of maintaining information systems.

Options for Meeting this Competency:

Required coursework:

1. BADM 320 Organization and Management OR BADM Small Business Management OR POLS 320 Public Administration

In addition choose from the following (1-2 points each)

Please obtain documentation for any that you choose. Documentation can include photos or signatures of supervisors/presenters/faculty members, handouts. These items can be included in your portfolio.

Assignments/projects/internships/cooperative/field experiences in your major or minor program of study (2)

Other independent readings/assignments (1)

Documented participation in campus academic programs or workshops (2)

Academic service-learning (summary of what you learned and signature of the supervising faculty member) (1)

Relevant employment experiences (summary of what you learned and signature of the supervisor) (1)

Documented experience in which you were involved with a nonprofit agency in a fundraising activity (2 points)

Other academic courses or experiences approved by the CED (1-2)

Nonprofit Accounting and Financial Management

Describe correct procedures for handling income receipts.

Explain the importance of policies and procedures for requisitioning.

Explain procedures for developing a program budget.

Explain the importance of reporting mechanisms and requirements.

Read and interpret financial statements.

Options for Meeting this Competency Area:

Required coursework:

1. BADM 320 Organization and Management OR BADM Small Business Management OR POLS 320 Public Administration

In addition choose from the following (1-2 points each)

Please obtain documentation for any that you choose. Documentation can include photos or signatures of supervisors/presenters/faculty members, handouts. These items can be included in your portfolio.

Assignments/projects/internships/cooperative/field experiences in your major or minor program of study (2)

Other independent readings/assignments (1)

Documented participation in campus academic programs or workshops (2)

Academic service-learning (summary of what you learned and signature of the supervising faculty member) (1)

Relevant employment experiences (summary of what you learned and signature of the supervisor) (1)

Documented experience in which you were involved with a nonprofit agency in assisting with accounting and financial management (1 point)

Other academic courses or experiences approved by the CED (1-2)

Attend a session or workshop at the AH Management Institute related to Nonprofit Accounting and Financial Management (2)

Nonprofit Program Planning

Describe the process for developing and implementing new programs.

Explain the importance of planning programs that are consistent with the mission of a nonprofit agency.

Discuss the importance of planning programs that are consistent with community goals and diverse cultural values.

Describe the importance of building inclusive programs for diverse individuals.

Explain various youth and human service implementation models.

Explain strategies for facilitating team building among program staff.

Discuss scheduling considerations for both staff and activities.

Describe how programs may be promoted by accessing various media.

Discuss criteria for evaluating program outcomes.

Options for Meeting this Competency Are

Required coursework:

1. BADM 320 Organization and Management OR BADM Small Business Management OR POLS 320 Public Administration

2. HDFS 355 Prevention Programs Human Development and Family Studies

In addition choose from the following (1-2 points each)

Please obtain documentation for any that you choose. Documentation can include photos or signatures of supervisors/presenters/faculty members, handouts. These items can be included in your portfolio.

Assignments/projects/internships/cooperative/field experiences in your major or minor program of study (2)

Other independent readings/assignments (1)

Documented participation in campus academic programs or workshops (2)

Academic service-learning (summary of what you learned and signature of the supervising faculty member) (1)

Relevant employment experiences (summary of what you learned and signature of the supervisor) (1)

Documented experience in which you were involved with a nonprofit agency in assisting with program planning.(2)

Other academic courses or experiences approved by the CED (1-2)

Attend a session or workshop at the AH Management Institute related to Nonprofit Program Planning.

Nonprofit Risk Management

Explain the role and importance of risk management to the overall organizational management plan.

Explain the importance of a working knowledge of nonprofit and employment law and regulations.

Explain the importance of understanding policies and procedures to follow in the case of crisis incidents.

Explain the importance of recognizing red flags and engaging in appropriate follow-up for child protection issues.

Explain effective risk-management and crisis-management procedures.

Follow personal precautions in an effort to minimize personal and organizational liability and vulnerability.

Options for Meeting this Competency Area:

Required coursework:

Soc. 353 Sociology of Work OR Psych 331 Business and Industrial Psychology

In addition choose from the following (1-2 points each)

Please obtain documentation for any that you choose. Documentation can include photos or signatures of supervisors/presenters/faculty members, handouts. These items can be included in your portfolio.

Assignments/projects/internships/cooperative/field experiences in your major or minor program of study (2)

Other independent readings/assignments (1)

Suggestion: Independent readings using Nonprofit Risk Management Center materials. URL: http://www.nonprofitrisk.org/

Documented participation in campus academic programs or workshops (2)

Academic service-learning (summary of what you learned and signature of the supervising faculty member) (1)

Relevant employment experiences (summary of what you learned and signature of the supervisor) (1)

Documented experience in campus activities and student organizations in which you work directly with the clients (summary of what you learned and signature of the organization or event chairperson) (1 point for each activity)

Documented experience in which you were involved with a nonprofit agency in assisting with risk management (1 point)

Other academic courses or experiences approved by the CED (1-2)

Attend a session or workshop at the AH Management Institute related to Risk Management (2)