Qualifications

qualifications

Achieving an IoF qualification enables you to be the best you can be as a fundraiser. Developed by leading sector experts our qualifications will give you professional recognition, increased insight and improved job prospects. 

Whether you are an established IoF member keen to get a professional upgrade or a new fundraiser looking for a foot up the career ladder, you can be confident that our qualifications will help you to develop and improve as an individual and as a professional.

Our qualifications

Select a qualification below for more information and course dates:

Introductory Certificate in Fundraising

New to the sector and looking to improve and develop your understanding and knowledge of fundraising? The Introductory Certificate in Fundraising is the first stage in the IoF Professional Qualification Framework and will provide you with a basic knowledge and understanding of fundraising and the sector itself, the surrounding legal framework and introduce you to some fundamental fundraising tools and techniques.

Certificate in Fundraising

In a fundraising role and want to consolidate your skills and develop as a fundraising professional? The Certificate in Fundraising gives front-line fundraisers a solid grounding in the theoretical concepts and principles behind fundraising, helping you to be the best you can be.

Diploma in Fundraising

Keen to advance your strategic fundraising and management skills? This qualification builds on your existing experience and skills to consolidate and expand your knowledge in all key aspects of fundraising, including strategic planning and e-fundraising. Suitable for senior fundraisers with team management/leadership responsibilities.

Advanced Diploma in Fundraising

Embarking on the IoF Advanced Diploma demonstrates your commitment to the evolution of the fundraising profession. The qualification demands a more in-depth analysis, understanding and appreciation of the profession to strategically move your organisation forward. 

Please note this qualification is currently being developed and will be available in 2013/4.

Certificate in Direct Marketing in Fundraising

In a fundraising role and want to develop and sharpen your direct marketing (DM) skills to get improved results for your organisation? Designed by leading fundraisers specifically for the sector, this innovative qualification provides you with the knowledge, theory and practical tools and techniques needed to succeed in direct marketing roles within charities.

IoF Membership and booking terms and conditions

You must hold a valid IoF individual membership while studying for a qualification. This gives access to range of benefits which should benefit your studies and wider professional development. If you are a new member you will need to provide a reference to complete your membership application and our Membership team will get in touch with you to arrange this on receipt of your booking. You can visit our membership pages for more information.

Booking terms and conditions apply for all IoF qualification courses - for details please click here.

Contact us

For more information about any of our qualifications, please contact our IoF Academy team on 020 7840 1020 or email: academy@institute-of-fundraising.org.uk