Lobbying Certificate Program

Lobbying Certificate Program

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2013 LCP Course Schedule *indicates required course for LCP completion. January 28 Budget & Appropriations Learn More February 11 PACs and Campaign Finance* Learn More February 25 Lobbying 101 Learn More March 11 Executive Branch Lobbying Learn More April 8 Online Advocacy Learn More April 22 Business of Advocacy Learn More May 13 Ethics of Lobbying* Learn More June 17 Lobbying Disclosure & Compliance* Learn More July 15 Congressional Rules & Procedures* Learn More September 16 Legislative Drafting Learn More October 7 Communications & Media* Learn More October 21 Grassroots & Coalitions Learn More November 4 State Lobbying Learn More December 2 Federal Contracting Learn More

About the Lobbying Certificate Program

Founded by the American League of Lobbyists (ALL) in 2006, the Lobbying Certificate Program (LCP) is today's gold standard for certifying that government relations professionals possess in-depth knowledge of legislative and political processes plus the rules, regulations and ethics that shape lobbying requirements—and success—in the "new" Washington.
The field's only comprehensive certificate program
Guided by America's top lobbying experts, professionals who complete the Lobbying Certificate Program (LCP) stand at the top of their field. That's because this is the only certificate program that offers mastery of government operations and the legislative process plus practical know-how for getting results while meeting the highest standards of ethics and professionalism under the 2007 Honest Leadership and Open Government Act (HLOGA) and the 1995 Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA).
Valuable to new staff and seasoned personnel
The Lobbying Certificate Program strengthens the skills and effectiveness of government relations personnel in lobbying firms, corporations, and not-for-profit organizations. New-from-the-Hill lobbyists quickly gain expertise it might otherwise take years to acquire, while experienced lobbyists can update their skills in new ethical and regulatory areas as they earn professional certification—and recognition as leaders in the federal lobbying community.
Choose professional certification or topical training
The Lobbying Certificate Program includes 5 core sessions plus a choice of 8 electives. Certification requires completion of the core sessions plus 6 electives. Government relations staff not seeking full certification can attend individual sessions as needed to enhance their skills and update their knowledge in specific areas of lobbying.
Convenient monthly training sessions
Each month, the Lobbying Certificate Program offers at least one session. Sessions may be taken in any order to obtain certification. All sessions are held in Washington, D.C., but are also offered by teleconference for individuals living or working outside the DC metro area. The Professional Lobbying Certificate requires 11 sessions (5 core, 6 electives). All requirements can be completed at your own pace.
Faculty
Each LCP session features hand-selected speakers who are experts and thought leaders in their industry or area of practice.
Past LCP speakers include:

• Alan Rosenblatt, Associate Director for Online Advocacy, Center for American Progress
• Doug Bellis, Senior Counsel, U.S. House of Representatives
• Eric Dell, Chief of Staff to Congressman Joe Wilson (R-S.C.), U.S. House of Representatives
• Kathy Carothers, Public Affairs Specialist, Federal Election Commission

The LCP program is backed and approved by the American League of Lobbyists’ Education Committee and Lobbyists.info, publisher of the Lobbying Compliance Handbook.
Certificate Program Content
The Lobbying Certificate Program covers all the essential elements of lobbying, from basic background required, networking techniques, regulatory know-how and practical tips for working efficiently, profitably and successfully.

Obtaining Your LCP Designation

To obtain your LCP Designation, you must:

• Enroll in the LCP Certification Program at the ALL Member Services Portal.  To enroll, send an email to info@alldc.org with your name and contact information.
• Complete the five (5) required courses and six (6) elective courses within 2 years of your enrollment date.

If you intend to obtain your LCP Designation, we strongly suggest that you consider purchasing the LCP Series Package.  The LCP Series Package allows you to purchase eleven (11) courses at once at the ALL member rate plus at 15% discount.  This is over a 50% savings off of the non-member, individual course rate.  You can take the classes at anytime during your two-year enrollment timeframe.  The package rate for members is $1636.  For non-members, the cost is $1999 and includes a two-year ALL individual membership.
Once you have signed up for the LCP Series Package, you will be given a code that will allow you to register for the classes you plan to attend during your two-year enrollment period.  You are responsible for registering for the classes you wish to attend.

Registration

To register for an LCP Course, visit the Online Store at the ALL Member Services Portal.  If you don’t already have an account on the site, you will be asked to create one as part of your shopping process.

Check Your LCP Credits

If you’ve already made progress towards obtaining your LCP designation, you can check your completion status here.  Your login is the email address that you used to sign up for LCP Courses.  If you forgot your password, you can obtain it here. 


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