The British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) and United Way British Columbia are pleased to announce an innovative partnership that will award participants in United Way’s Campaign Associate Program academic credit for hours worked, volunteer time and training. Every year, United Way recruits and trains up to 40 individuals for its Campaign Associate Program. Campaign Associates are sponsored by their workplace or other organization to work for a 16-week assignment at United Way during their annual fundraising campaign. Associates help raise funds to support programs and initiatives across the Lower Mainland that help children, families and seniors, while gaining valuable skills and experience. Key to the program, is a six-day intensive training program that is taking place this week. The program covers fundraising essentials such as collaboration and negotiation skills, campaign management, and public speaking. Participants also receive 20 hours of one-on-one coaching. Now thanks to this new partnership, Campaign Associates will be awarded BCIT credits for their training. “This is a great example of BCIT’s commitment to providing accessible and innovative pathways to learning,” said Kathy Kinloch, BCIT President. “We are proud to partner with United Way in offering community-minded individuals with the opportunity to acquire a BCIT credential.” “United Way’s Campaign Associate Program is an excellent professional development opportunity and we are thrilled to see it recognized for academic credit at BCIT,” said Michael McKnight, President & CEO, United Way British Columbia. “Campaign Associates return to their careers empowered with new skills and a better understanding of social service options available to help people.” Completion of the Campaign Associate program provides nine credits towards an Associate Certificate of Fundraising Management or three credits towards an Associate Certificate of Non-profit Management or an Associate Certificate in Event Planning. BCIT Associate Certificates are typically earned part time, allowing students to complete a credential at their own pace. Most Associate Certificate programs require 21 credits. This year, we have 37 Campaign Associates. https://twitter.com/UWLM/status/637306925969899522 https://twitter.com/UWLM_Campaign/status/637314232703279104 https://twitter.com/brenda_aynsley/status/637400767712759808
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