GRT5001X - Grant Preparation: Research and Planning
Course Description
Grant Preparation: Research & Planning is part of a series of 5 courses that will help you better understand and prepare successful grant applications to a variety of different funding sources. During this course, you will learn what a grant is and some common misperceptions. You will learn about the different types of grants that are available and where to find the information you will need to apply for funding.
Key Benefits
- Fully online and self-paced program
- Acquire essential skills in Grant Writing Fundamentals
- Open to all levels, no prior experience necessary
- Credits stackable towards academic degrees
- No textbooks or additional materials needed
- Part of a comprehensive series of six courses leading to a professional Grant Writing certificate
Learning Modules Include
- Unit 1 – Introduction to Grants
- Unit 2 – Researching and Identifying Grant Opportunities
- Unit 3 – Preparing to Apply for Grants
Course Learning Outcomes
- Define key terminology related to grant writing.
- Identify common misperceptions about grants.
- Analyze the criteria for selecting appropriate funding sources for specific projects.
- Distinguish between different types of grants.
- Evaluate various grant opportunities.
Requirements to Enroll
All learners are eligible to enroll in GRT5001X: Grant Preparation: Research and Planning. There are no admissions requirements. It is recommended that learners have a high school diploma or GED
Estimated Time to Completion
12 Hours
Access Time
Learners will have access to their course learning modules for up to 30 days from the date of their enrollment.
Certificate of Completion
Upon successfully completing GRT5001X: Grant Preparation: Research and Planning course, learners will receive a National University Workforce Community Education Professional and Continuing Education Certificate of Completion. Furthermore, upon completing all five Grant Writing courses, learners will be conferred with an official National University Workforce Community Education Professional and Continuing Education Certificate of Completion.
How to Access My Course
After enrollment allow up to 24 hours for the course to appear in Brightspace. Follow the steps below:
- Log in to your student portal at westraining.nu.edu
- Click the drop down next to “Login”, then click “Student Login”
- Log in using User Name (email address) and Password
- Once logged into your PACE student portal, click on “Brightspace LMS” on the left-hand navigation panel.
- Under My Courses, click the course title to get started.
Applies Towards the Following Certificates
- Grant Writing Certificate : Grant Writing Certificate