Frederic
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I've been in nonprofit development for 6 years and finally decided to pursue my Grant Professional Certified (GPC) credential. Let me tell you—it's no joke, but it's absolutely worth it if you're serious about grants as a career .
The GPC is offered through the Grant Professionals Certification Institute and requires meeting eligibility points across education, experience, and professional development . You need 120 out of 170 points just to qualify for the exam . I had to document years of work, but it made me realize how much I'd actually accomplished.
The exam itself has two parts: a writing exercise and 150 multiple-choice questions . The writing portion tests your ability to make a persuasive argument (34% of the score!) and organize ideas clearly . I spent about 4 months studying using GPA's resources and study groups.
Is it expensive? Yes—$639 for GPA members, $875 for non-members . But the credibility it's given me with employers and clients has already paid for itself. I've had two job interviews where they specifically mentioned the GPC as a reason they reached out.
For anyone considering the GPC path, feel free to DM me with questions!
The GPC is offered through the Grant Professionals Certification Institute and requires meeting eligibility points across education, experience, and professional development . You need 120 out of 170 points just to qualify for the exam . I had to document years of work, but it made me realize how much I'd actually accomplished.
The exam itself has two parts: a writing exercise and 150 multiple-choice questions . The writing portion tests your ability to make a persuasive argument (34% of the score!) and organize ideas clearly . I spent about 4 months studying using GPA's resources and study groups.
Is it expensive? Yes—$639 for GPA members, $875 for non-members . But the credibility it's given me with employers and clients has already paid for itself. I've had two job interviews where they specifically mentioned the GPC as a reason they reached out.
For anyone considering the GPC path, feel free to DM me with questions!
