Description
Certification Name: Certificate in Non-profit public relations & Advocacy Specialist
Course Id: CNPPRAS/Q0001.
Eligibility: Graduation or Equivalent.
Objective: The Certified Non-Profit Public Relations & Advocacy Specialist course is designed to prepare learners to effectively manage public communication and strategic advocacy for NGOs, charitable organizations, and social impact initiatives. The course covers key areas such as media outreach, campaign planning, storytelling for impact, donor and stakeholder communication, press release writing, event promotion, and managing social media for non-profits. It also emphasizes building relationships with journalists, influencers, policymakers, and the public.
Duration: Three Month.
How to Enroll and Get Certified in Your Chosen Course:
Step 1: Choose the course you wish to get certified in.
Step 2: Click on the “Enroll Now” button.
Step 3: Proceed with the enrollment process.
Step 4: Enter your billing details and continue to course fee payment.
Step 5: You will be redirected to the payment gateway. Pay the course and exam fee using one of the following methods:
Debit/Credit Card, Wallet, Paytm, Net Banking, UPI, or Google Pay.
Step 6: After successful payment, you will receive your study material login ID and password via email within 48 hours of fee payment.
Step 7: Once you complete the course, take the online examination.
Step 8: Upon passing the examination, you will receive:
• A soft copy (scanned) of your certificate via email within 7 days of examination.
• A hard copy (original with official seal and signature) sent to your address within 45 day of declaration of result.
Step 9: After certification, you will be offered job opportunities aligned with your area of interest.
Online Examination Detail:
Duration- 60 minutes.
No. of Questions- 30. (Multiple Choice Questions).
Maximum Marks- 100, Passing Marks- 40%.
There is no negative marking in this module.
| Marking System: | ||||||
| S.No. | No. of Questions | Marks Each Question | Total Marks | |||
| 1 | 10 | 5 | 50 | |||
| 2 | 5 | 4 | 20 | |||
| 3 | 5 | 3 | 15 | |||
| 4 | 5 | 2 | 10 | |||
| 5 | 5 | 1 | 5 | |||
| 30 | 100 | |||||
| How Students will be Graded: | ||||||
| S.No. | Marks | Grade | ||||
| 1 | 91-100 | O (Outstanding) | ||||
| 2 | 81-90 | A+ (Excellent) | ||||
| 3 | 71-80 | A (Very Good) | ||||
| 4 | 61-70 | B (Good) | ||||
| 5 | 51-60 | C (Average) | ||||
| 6 | 40-50 | P (Pass) | ||||
| 7 | 0-40 | F (Fail) | ||||
Key Benefits of Certification- Earning a professional certification not only validates your skills but also enhances your employability. Here are the major benefits you gain:
Practical, Job-Ready Skills – Our certifications are designed to equip you with real-world, hands-on skills that match current industry demands — helping you become employment-ready from day one.
Lifetime Validity – Your certification is valid for a lifetime — no renewals or expirations. It serves as a permanent proof of your skills and training.
Lifetime Certificate Verification – Employers and institutions can verify your certification anytime through a secure and reliable verification system — adding credibility to your qualifications.
Industry-Aligned Certification –All certifications are developed in consultation with industry experts to ensure that what you learn is current, relevant, and aligned with market needs.
Preferred by Employers – Candidates from ISO-certified institutes are often prioritized by recruiters due to their exposure to standardized, high-quality training.
Free Job Assistance Based on Your Career Interests – Receive personalized job assistance and career guidance in your preferred domain, helping you land the right role faster.
Assessment Modules:
Module 1: Foundations of Non-Profit Public Relations and Advocacy: Understanding the mission-driven nature of non-profits and the role of PR, Differences between non-profit and corporate PR strategies, Key stakeholders in the non-profit ecosystem: donors, media, volunteers, beneficiaries, Role of advocacy in shaping policy, public opinion, and awareness, Integrating communication with fundraising, outreach, and program impact, Ethical considerations and credibility in non-profit messaging.
Module 2: Strategic Communication Planning for Non-Profits: Developing communication goals aligned with organizational mission and values, Crafting key messages and calls to action for diverse audiences, Segmenting stakeholders and tailoring outreach methods, Building media kits, press releases, and information packets, Planning annual PR calendars, campaigns, and advocacy milestones, Crisis communication planning and reputation risk assessment.
Module 3: Media Relations and Storytelling for Impact: Building relationships with journalists, bloggers, and local media, Pitching human-interest stories and program successes effectively, Writing persuasive op-eds, press releases, and newsletters, Leveraging storytelling to highlight community voices and outcomes, Organizing press conferences, field visits, and media coverage events, Creating visual and multimedia content to enhance narrative appeal.
Module 4: Digital Communication and Social Media Advocacy: Creating a digital media strategy across platforms (Facebook, Instagram, X/Twitter, LinkedIn), Developing campaign hashtags, toolkits, and shareable assets, Using content formats like videos, infographics, and livestreams for advocacy, Engaging online communities and building supporter momentum, Measuring engagement and impact through analytics tools, Managing online reputation, comments, and public feedback.
Module 5: Public Policy, Campaigning, and Stakeholder Engagement: Understanding the policy environment and role of lobbying in advocacy, Designing advocacy campaigns to influence decision-makers and the public, Engaging with policymakers, government bodies, and coalitions, Conducting public forums, signature drives, petitions, and awareness events, Grassroots organizing, volunteer mobilization, and capacity building, Monitoring and evaluating advocacy outcomes and stakeholder alignment.
Module 6: Fundraising PR, Reporting, and Career Readiness: Integrating PR with fundraising appeals, donor communications, and grant visibility, Communicating transparency, accountability, and program impact through reports, Building long-term relationships with institutional donors and philanthropic media, Developing a PR and advocacy portfolio with campaigns and case studies, Exploring roles in NGOs, INGOs, CSR teams, and policy think tanks, Staying current with trends in civic engagement, digital advocacy, and donor behavior.
