Programs That Build Leaders

From training to real-world impact, discover programs that shape your future.

Leadership Education Programs

Businesswomen hand working with tablet and laptop computer with documents on office desk in modern office.

Build Skills That Really Matter in Today's World.

The Benefits of Developing Leadership Skills

When you develop leadership skills, you fast-track your personal and professional growth.

Through the NSHCR Leadership Programs, you will master communication, decision-making, and collaboration, setting a solid foundation for success. Investing in leadership courses empowers you to stand out in an increasingly competitive job market and embark on a journey full of self-discovery and advancement.

These online courses work around your schedule, giving you the flexibility you need. You'll work with diverse perspectives and network with like-minded peers, all leading to valuable connections and insights that will last a lifetime.

The NSHCR Leadership Programs are not just education. They're the catalyst to unleash your full potential. After completing Foundations of Leadership and reaching Induction, members can continue their professional development with our Advanced & Executive courses.

Certificate Pathway Versus Credit-Recommended Pathway*

If you're enrolling only for personal growth and professional development, choose the certificate pathway option. If you are interested in earning college credit recommendations, choose the credit-recommended pathway option.

Note: The transferability of coursework completed at The National Society of Hope, Change, and Resilience (NSHCR) is at the discretion of the receiving institution or educational institution. Members considering transferring NSHCR coursework to any institution should not assume that NSHCR credit recommendations, coursework, and/or certificates earned in any NSHCR programs will be accepted by the receiving institution.

The NSHCR encourages members to seek pre-approval and/or consult the transfer center or registrar's office of the receiving institution prior to enrolling into NSHCR programs.

Foundations of Leadership

Certificate Course (FOL101)	Credit-Recommended Course (FOL102)
Features: Gain insights into goal-setting, clarifying purpose, inclusivity, and Success Networking Teams. • Create a SMART goal statement • Build future goals: health, happiness, impact, career • Track progress toward goals • Understand inclusive leadership	Features: Review leadership styles, identify strengths, motivate others, and commit to social responsibility. • Distinguish leadership & communication styles • Identify a personal leadership style • Collaborative problem solving • Develop an action plan
Benefits: • Certificate of Completion • Two digital badges • NSHCR member benefits	Benefits: • Everything from FOL101 • Digital badge (FOL102) • Up to 3 college credit recommendations

Advanced Leadership

Certificate Course (ADV201)	Credit-Recommended Course (ADV202)
Features: Explore NSHCR 9 Principles & Behaviors: purpose, passion, goals, values, inclusiveness. • Identify passion, purpose, values • Apply growth mindset & emotional intelligence • Grit, goals, resilience in leadership • Be an intentionally inclusive leader	Features: Apply leadership strategies & values to a community project. • Design thinking principles • DISC assessment for team interactions • Lead a team project for impact • Build professional relationships
Benefits: • Certificate of Completion • Digital badge (ADV201) • NSHCR member benefits	Benefits: • Everything from ADV201 • Digital badge (ADV202) • Up to 3 college credit recommendations

Executive Leadership

Certificate Course (EXEC301)	Credit-Recommended Course (EXEC302)
Features: Demonstrate leadership & personal development via Better Me: Better World Project. • Hone critical analysis skills • Enable positive change • Leadership skills & commitment	Features: Better Community: Better World Project – leadership & project management for community impact. • Make a difference in the community • Real-world problem-solving • Mentorship & networking
Benefits: • Certificate of Completion • Digital badge (EXEC301) • NSHCR member benefits	Benefits: • Everything from EXEC301 • Digital badge (EXEC302) • Up to 3 college credit recommendations

Thanks to the NSHCR, not only have I reached the Dean's List using the SMART goals, but I've also been able to land a job! ...I've made a lot of great friends along the way.”

Nicholas Cruz, Broward College, North Campus

Student

FAQ

How long do learners have to complete a certificate or credit course?

How many hours does it take to complete these courses?

How can learners receive credit for Foundations of Leadership?

How can course credits be transferred to an academic institution?

Each institution is unique in their own decision-making about transfer credits. Learners should refer to their school’s policy by visiting the “credit transfer” section of the student handbook or registrar’s page on the school website. We also suggest that learners share the course syllabus with the Registrar to see how to get the credit added to their transcript.

Most NSHCR members find that completion of these courses is equally valuable for its portfolio development and resume-building opportunities. The educational objectives of these credit courses help learners to showcase their leadership skills in new ways.

Who can I contact with questions about these programs?

*Every college handles transfer credits differently. Please check with your advisor to see how many program credits would transfer for your institution.