If currently employed

1Participation in community, civic, professional, and other organizations (1-3 most important to you)

To accomplish the program’s objectives and to realize maximum benefit, class members are expected to fully participate. Participation includes attendance at ten monthly sessions from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on the dates listed below. In addition, participants should expect from four to eight hours of outside preparation (interviews, research, group meetings, etc.) for most monthly classes. Participants who miss more than two sessions will need to make up missed sessions (beyond 2) in a subsequent year to complete the program and receive their certificate of completion. The class dates for 2024-25 are listed below:

Local government agencies and large businesses are invoiced the full amount of $1,700 for each participant. This is based on the full cost to operate the program, assuming a class size of 30. To ensure inclusivity, we have set a reduced tuition fee of $1,200 for participants from community non-profits, small businesses, and individuals who pay for the program themselves. Because financial constraints should not be a barrier to participation, tuition may be paid in installments, and we also offer additional financial assistance for those who request it and demonstrate need. In addition, we have created an “Agency Partner” designation governed by a Memo of Understanding, that includes one class participant seat for each $2,500 of support. PLEASE DO NOT PAY FOR TUITION UNTIL AFTER YOU RECEIVE YOUR ACCEPTANCE LETTER WITH DETAILS ABOUT TUITION.

Please identify one person who has recommended that you participate in the program. Alternatively, please provide one reference.

Class material often includes attachments. If your work email typically blocks attachments, please consider choosing "personal" or "both."