Rates Nonprofit And Human Services Training

Learn R.A.T.E.S. Response-ability to plan a philanthropic nonprofit . Prepare for R.A.T.E.S. Nonprofit Certification

Last updated 2022-01-10 | 4.8

- Apply a technique for gaining focus and prioritizing using a fillable PDF form.
- Plan and prepare contents for Problem and Needs statements.
- Establish a Target Population.

What you'll learn

Apply a technique for gaining focus and prioritizing using a fillable PDF form.

Plan and prepare contents for Problem and Needs statements.

Establish a Target Population.

Gain an understanding about the elements of RATES for Nonprofit Development

* Requirements

* Students need to be able to type info in Adobe PDF files in order to complete assignments within the system. They have the option to download and print those documents as well for manual completion. Students should be able to download
* save and retrieve downloaded files to successfully complete course assignments.

Description

R.A.T.E.S is an acronym for five essential areas of development which are Response-ability, Account- ability, Technical-ability, Evaluation-ability and Sustain-ability. Each of these five categories represent standard operational practices that are essential for results oriented, nonprofit, Human Service delivery. Students learn strategies for planning and developing effective Human Service delivery and sustainability. This course is the first in the 5 part series and covers Response-ability.

There are 4 levels in R.A.T.E.S. Principles Development. 1) Foundational Development, 2) Organizational Profile; 3) Collaborative Resource Development; 4) Donor Development. Each level offers a certification upon successful completion of student participation including assignments. R.A.T.E.S. Certification also helps attract favor with donors and other resource support. The Level 1 (Foundational Development) R.A.T.E.S. Series content and assignments meet requirements for a total of 10 Continuing Educational Units in Human Services and Nonprofit Development. Student assignments for the entire series include developing contents for a Problem and Needs Statement, Preparing a Client Profile, Developing a Corporate Budget Summary, Planning Organizational Goals and Objectives; Identifying and describing the 8 standard elements of a government grant proposal. There are 5 courses in the Level 1 Series.

R.A.T.E.S. Principles Level 1 courses are intended for Nonprofit startups and Human Services seeking to restructure and build cohesion among staff, partners, board members and supporters. Each course covers one of the 5 areas and are intended to be completed in sequence beginning with “Response-ability." These courses is based on the book R.A.T.E.S. Principles – Timeless Principles for Successful Nonprofit and Human Services. It is delivered using Multi-media that integrates audio and visual presentations. The course includes supplemental materials such as fillable PDF forms that can be downloaded to allow easy application of the skills learned. It also includes non-fillable versions of these forms that are readable in most mobile devices.

All Level 1 R.A.T.E.S. Principles course can be completed in 10 hours (2 hours per Principle) including assignments. However the time needed to complete assignments vary according to individual students. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Students need to be able to download save and retrieve downloaded files to successfully complete course assignments.

Who this course is for:

This R.A.T.E.S. Nonprofit development Training Course is intended for Philanthropic Nonprofit start-ups and those seeking to build a Human Services project. This course can also benefit those seeking to restructure and build connectivity and synergy among leadership, staff, partners, board members and supporters. The information, case examples and exercises are especially useful for those intending to apply for grants or seek funding.

Course content

4 sections • 28 lectures

Start Here 4 lectures

Introduction Preview 01:19

This lecture provides an overview about the Course series.

Course Learning Objectives Preview 01:23

R.A.T.E.S. Defined Preview 05:15

This is a brief overview explaining each term represented in the R.A.T.E.S. acronym.

Understanding R.A.T.E.S. Quiz

R.A.T.E.S. Response-ability: Techniques for Identifying the Problem 9 lectures

Nonprofit Terminology Preview 02:48

This lecture introduces nonprofit terminology that is commonly used to identify those in he field. It also describes how nonprofit professionals are also social entrepreneurs.

Nonprofit Terminology Quiz

This Quiz Reviews Student Understanding of Nonprofit Terminology

Eliminating a Problem Case Study Preview 03:39

This segment includes a case study that demonstrates what can happen when the focus of an established nonprofit organization is challenged.

The Case of Mother Snow Preview 8 pages

This document describes how a disadvantaged community project was forced to shut down. It also offers suggestions for what could have been done to save it.. This document includes questions to reflect upon what was read.

Mother Snow Review Questions

Determine the Problem Planning Forms Preview 04:00

Using the Determine the Problem eForms Preview 03:27

This segment teaches students a technique for identifying and planning specific problems to eliminate.

Determine the Problem and Focus Practice Worksheets Preview 5 pages

These resources include the automated, fill-able PDF worksheets, printable PDF (not automated) and Microsoft Excel spreadsheet form for Determine the Problem and Focus on the Problem that can be completed online or printed to complete manually. Some mobile devices are not compatible with the automated format.

Relating Problems to Needs Preview 04:48

This lecture describes a case where the challenge to connect the problem to expressed needs almost prevented an organization from getting funded. You will learn how they were able to ultimately acquire the funding that was requested.

RATES Response-ability: Target Populations and Client Profiles 9 lectures

How to Identify a Client Preview 01:37

This lecture explains the connection between Target Populations and Clients.

Target Population Intro Preview 00:17

Matching Problem to the Target Population Example Preview 01:24

Matching Problems to a Target Population (continued) Preview 01:18

Introduction to Client Profiles Preview 02:06

This lecture introduces the mindset for incorporating Client Profiles with Program Development.

Using the "Who's Your Client?" Worksheet Preview 02:55

This lecture explains why and how you will use the “Who's Your Client” fill-able PDF worksheet.

The "Who's Your Client?" Practice Worksheet Preview 4 pages

This is the fill-able PDF "Who's Your Client?" Worksheet that can be completed online. You may need to contact other information resources such as (community services, libraries, schools, colleges, police station, politicians, etc.) to help you to complete some of the categories. The results can be printed.

Planning a Client Needs Assessment Preview 05:59

Students successfully completing this lesson will be able to complete a form that can be used to develop effective and functional Needs Assessments.

Planning a Needs Assessment Practice Assignment Preview 7 pages

R.A.T.E.S. Response-ability Human Resource Needs 6 lectures

RATES Principles Planning for a Board of Directors Preview 07:54

This lecture describes teaches about why a board of directors is needed and how to plan for soliciting members. You will also have an assignment to help plan for a board of directors according to your needs.

Board of Directors Planning form Practice Preview 3 pages

This is an interactive form to allow you to plan members of your board of directors. You must be able to interact with Adobe documents to use fields. You may also download the form to complete this assignment if you are not able to use interactive Adobe PDF forms.

Planning a Staff for Your Nonprofit Preview 04:08

This briefly describes the type of staffing that you might consider to operate your nonprofit. It includes access to a summary of job descriptions. Your assignment will be to use the table included to plan your own staffing needs.

Staff Planning Practice Assignment Preview 11 pages

This material includes a summary of job descriptions for common positions in nonprofits. The assignments will guide you in developing a preliminary staffing plan for your program.

Final R.A.T.E.S. Response-ability Quiz

This quiz will assess your understanding about the concepts that were taught in the Response-ability Course for the R.A.T.E.S. Principles Training series.