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​State Government Affairs
Advanced Certificate Program


​SGAC's State Government Affairs Advanced Certificate Program has a key emphasis on active leadership, with interactive and engaging sessions. In order to participate, a SGAC member must have completed the Professional Certificate Program. To learn more about the Professional Certificate Program, click here. 
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​Graduates of the Advanced Certificate Program are awarded a plaque at SGAC's Annual Business Meeting. Graduates are also announced in the SGAC Annual Report and newsletter.

The Advanced Certificate Program has three levels; Bronze, Silver, and Gold. Participation in each half day training session will merit credit being awarded in one of three competency areas.
State Government Affairs Advanced Certificate Program
Advanced Certificate Levels
Bronze - Participation in each of the competency areas
Silver - Bronze Level Graduate; Completion of 3 additional sessions (one in each competency area)
Gold - Silver Level Graduate; Completion of 3 additional sessions (one in each competency area)
Competency Areas
Communication / Media Training - interpersonal interaction and cutting edge technology
Advocacy and Legislation - advocacy and the state legislative process and lobbying laws
Managing the GR Function / Leadership - effectively manage GR functions and business or government collaboration

Hear from graduates of the Advanced Certificate Program.

testimonials
Eligibility

​To take part in the Advanced Certificate Program, participants must have completed the Professional Certificate Program. Enrollees must also have three years experience in a policy or government affairs-related field or Masters/Ph.D. or J.D.
Download your advanced certificate program application here
FAQs
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How long does it take the average enrollee to complete the advanced certificate program?
Completion depends on the pace you set for yourself. For most individuals, completion of the SGAC Advanced Certificate Program will take about three years.

When do you offer classes?

​Advanced Certificate Program training opportunities are at SGAC's National Summit, NCSL's Legislative Summit, and SGAC's Leaders' Policy Conference.

What if I change jobs while enrolled in the program?

As long as your organization is a member of SGAC, you can continue to participate in the program.

​Other questions?

Please direct questions to SGAC at 571.312.3426 or any member of the SGAC team.

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Testimonials
Download your advanced certificate application
Graduates of the Advanced Certificate Program
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Graduates of the Advanced Certificate Program were recognized at the 2018 Member Business Meeting and Lunch.
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