Program Development & Program Evaluation Series
Wednesdays - Jan 8, 15, 22 and 29 from 9am to 12pm PST
Are you looking to develop effective programs for your nonprofit or government organization but unsure where to start? This beginner to intermediate-level course is designed just for you! Learn how to create thoughtful programs that gain stakeholder support and achieve significant impacts.
Through our CVNL Program Development & Evaluation Certificate, you'll explore essential steps to program development, including needs assessments, logic models, and research tools. This course will guide you through the fundamentals of designing, implementing, and evaluating successful programs. Offered via Zoom, this certificate program provides:
- Enhanced Program Effectiveness: Participants will learn how to design programs that directly address community needs, resulting in more effective and impactful initiatives that better serve their target populations.
- Increased Stakeholder Engagement: By mastering stakeholder engagement techniques, participants will be able to build stronger relationships with stakeholders, leading to greater support and collaboration for their programs.
- Improved Evaluation Practices: With the skills to create thorough program evaluations, participants can systematically assess their programs’ success and areas for improvement, ensuring continuous enhancement and sustainability of their initiatives.
By the end of the course, you will have created a program evaluation plan, giving you a practical tool to apply in your organization. Whether you're new to program development or looking to strengthen your existing knowledge, this course will equip you with the tools to help your organization thrive.
PROGRAM SCHEDULE Session 1: Need Assessment, Best Practices, and Program Description(Wednesday, Jan 8 from 9 am to 12 pm PST)
The foundation of a strong program description is based on a need assessment and best practices in the field of your program. This course will dive deeper into specific structures and processes of your program. Session will cover:
- The process to conduct a need assessment
- Understanding who the program will benefit
- Exploring the resources needed from internal and external environments
- Determine best practices and Theory of Change
Session 2: Designing Quality Programs(Wednesday, Jan 15 from 9 am to 12 pm PST)
Designing quality programs requires clear description to allow for the team to easily create and implement services. This course will define clearly the specific structures and processes of your program. Session will cover:
- Create a logic model
- Create program description
- Develop a programs’ goals & objectives
- Develop project timeline
Session 3: Developing an evaluation plan(Wednesday, Jan 22 from 9 am to 12 pm PST)
Program evaluation helps you understand the effectiveness of your program. What kind of analysis will the information require? The session will cover the following topics:
- Define evaluation questions and evaluation boundaries
- Find out the difference between formative vs summative evaluation.
- Learn about data collection methods including surveys and interviews.
Session 4: Evaluation data management(Wednesday, Jan 29 from 9 am to 12 pm PST)
This session focuses on the process to manage, analyze and report your data. Learn about how to benefit your program fundraising, and organizational development goals with the data. This session includes the following:
- How to code your data
- The process to implement data entry and analyze the data
- Report the evaluation results
Discount:
- 10% discount for groups of 3 of more registering from the same organization, OR
- 10% discount for organizations with budget size < $750K, OR
- $150 early bird discount (Early Bird Deadline: Nov 15; Early Bird discount rate automatically applied)
BIPOC Scholarship:
BIPOC scholarships are available for BIPOC participants in nonprofit organizations. Priorities are given to CVNL members, but scholarship recipients do not have to be from a CVNL member organization. Please complete the BIPOC Scholarship Request Form.
Please email us at learning@cvnl.org for a discount code on groups or small-budget organizations BEFORE you register for the program.
NOTE: In order for participants to earn certificates and eBadges for the L&L programs, they must attend at least 80% of the sessions, e.g. if there are five sessions to the series, the participant may only miss one session and still earn the certificate and eBadges.
Cancellation policy: If plans change and you are no longer able to attend, we will transfer your enrollment and payment to the next program cycle. Funds must be applied and used within a 6 (six) month period. We do not offer refunds.
Program faculty: Jolie Mason Ed. D., Associate, MissionQuest
CVNL is pleased to partner with MissionQuest to offer this Program Development & Program Evaluation Certificate. MissionQuest has earned a reputation for success by partnering with hundreds of organizations in achieving their goals.
Dr. Jolie Mason is an accomplished leadership coach, executive director, and nonprofit management consultant. Throughout her career, Dr. Mason has held crucial leadership positions and worked together with private, public, and nonprofit organizations. She holds a bachelor's degree in human services, a master's degree in public administration, and a doctorate in education from the University of Southern California's Organizational Change and Leadership program. With over two decades of experience, Dr. Mason has a proven track record of hands-on leadership expertise, which she brings to her engagements. She has also completed an array of certificate programs in nonprofit management, grants management and administration, and human resources management, further enhancing her proficiency. Dr. Mason is committed to partnering with organizations and coaching current and emerging leaders in refining their operational frameworks through the application of resources, tools, and strategies. Founded in 2016, Zodan Consulting is a boutique consulting firm specializing in nonprofit management. Led by Dr. Jolie Mason, she offers an outside perspective and expert advice to improve organizational operations. With a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by community-based nonprofits, Dr. Mason provides tailored solutions and practical strategies to help organizations maximize their social impact. Zodan Consulting's approach is collaborative and results-oriented, ensuring clients receive personalized attention. Services include strategic planning, program development and evaluation, contract/grant compliance, organizational operations, talent management, and leadership development. Dr. Mason is dedicated to empowering nonprofits to thrive in a rapidly changing landscape, ensuring they can continue making a meaningful difference in their communities.
