People-Centered Leadership Certificate Course

What you'll learn

You'll learn the fundamentals of the ten core competencies that comprise excellence in people-centered leadership.
By completing this course, you will develop and enhance your leadership skills through practical strategies. You'll gain skills to align your team with a shared vision, navigate challenges with confidence, and make a lasting impact on others.
Throughout your learning, you'll reflect on your unique leadership style and discover how it influences the success of the team you lead.

You'll learn the essentials of the 10 core competencies that build people-centered leadership in youth-serving agencies. This certificate course supports you in identifying your leadership strengths and gaps, offers insights for growth, and reflection activities you can use right away. Throughout your learning, you'll explore how your personal experiences shape your leadership style to create a culture of trust and purpose for your team.

Your Course Details

Full Access members only
Interactive
Completion Certificate
Leader Track
This course will count as 8 CE hours for most boards. Please contact your board directly with questions on submission requirements.

How you'll learn

The certificate course is completely self-paced – you take it at your convenience, on any computer, tablet, or smartphone, from anywhere you have WIFI access.
Complete each of the ten modules in order. There is a quiz at the end of each module and you’ll need a score of 80% or better to pass each quiz.
There is also a final quiz to complete. With a passing score of 80% or better, you’ll then receive your Certificate of Completion.
Your learning continues with 12 new Supplemental Micro Courses (SMCs) each year, deepening the knowledge, skills, and confidence you gained from the certificate course.

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What YIPA members are saying

Many of our staff completed YIPA’s People Centered Leadership. After, we hosted a group discussion on everyone’s main takeaways. We talked a lot about using self-reflection as a tool, encouraging a growth mindset, leaning into our values and goals, and the power of collaboration. The training is easy to access and to work at your own pace, with plenty of opportunities to self-reflect on each person’s leadership journey.

Misty Boone, Family Advocacy Program Coordinator, Harmony House

Through YIPA's "People-Centered Leadership" certificate course, I gained a stronger understanding of how to lead with empathy and intentionality. I recommend this training to anyone looking to enhance their leadership style. It provides excellent information for fostering a people-centered approach and encourages leaders to create an environment of trust and collaboration.

Heather Jensen, Training Coordinator, Children Matter Community Services

The People-Centered Leadership Training program was very thoughtful and compassionate. It gave space for me to reflect and internalize what empathetic leadership looks like, how I can use that information, and how I can implement it into my day-to-day work with youth.

Madison Mason, Youth and Family Worker, Tubman

The People-Centered Leadership Certificate Course was truly impactful. Each module shared meaningful insights and practical tools that help people lead with empathy, confidence, and purpose. While it’s designed for leaders, the lessons are valuable for anyone in a helping role who wants to support others and make a real difference. I highly recommend this course to anyone who wants to lead with heart and create positive change.

Rachael Johnson, Career Counselor, JET – Northeast Minnesota Office of Job Training