Academy of Professional

Development

Offering courses and trainings on a variety of topics relevant to the not-for-profit sector.

Welcome!

Come and see what we are all about.

Our professional development courses provide the knowledge and skills to help you develop your career in the not-for-profit sector, in both frontline and back office roles. Our trainers know the work and understand where the challenges are. Click here to see our course listings. If you would like to see our monthly course calendar click here.


Not sure where to start? Take a look at our course bundles. These are suggested groupings of courses based on your particular needs and will help guide you to choose those that will be the most beneficial to you and your profession.


The Academy is based in the city of Toronto where we provide in-person trainings in our bright, spacious training facility at 700 Lawrence Ave W. For those outside the city, or for organizations wanting a private training session, please see your options below, and be sure to follow up with us if you have any questions. 

COURSE LISTINGS
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In-Person Training in Toronto


In-person training sessions are held at the Lawrence Allen Centre at 700 Lawrence Ave W. Fees range from $125 for half-day sessions and $250 for full day sessions. Click here to see our full course calendar.

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In-Person Training Across Ontario


We would be pleased to arrange for in-person trainings for not-for-profit service providers in Ontario. Please contact us at 416-658-2266 or training@reconnect.on.ca for further details.

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Private Training


Private trainings are those that are held for a single organization. These are typically in-person sessions. Please contact us at 416-658-2266 or training@reconnect.on.ca for further details.

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Reviews

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The Facilitator Frank was very effective in his presentation. I appreciated his ability to allow for a lot of dialogue, ability to have a variety of opinions and providing direction or explanation on choices

Participant in Measuring and Evaluating

The session was so informative. I got to learn more about ethics and all the different approaches to different situations

Participant from Ethics

The pace of the presenter was perfect. Lots of great content and resources and time for discussion

Participant in The Fundamentals of Trauma

The lawyers were exceptionally knowledgeable and prepared

Participant from Employment Law

I enjoyed the conversations around harm reduction and the tools that we were given

Participant in People who use Substances

There needs to be more programs like this

Participant in Homeless/Houseless Individuals

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