WASHINGTON–Registration is now open for the Spring 2021 training sessions for the National Credit Union Foundation’s Development Education (DE) program.
“Since 1982, the DE Program has inspired credit union professionals and advocates to leverage the unique business model of credit unions and serve our members and communities in new and better ways,” the Foundation said. “While many trainings focus on the what and how of credit union service and operations, the DE Program focuses on exploring the why. Over the course of training, DE participants will engage in lessons focused on the credit union difference, development issues, and empathy.”
Upon completion of the DE Program, individuals receive their CUDE designation and join thousands of DEs worldwide, the Foundation noted.
In 2020, “in order to meet credit unions where they are now,” the Foundation noted it transitioned the DE Program to a virtual learning environment.
“We believe that DE Training is more important now than ever before,” the NCUF said.
The Foundation said it will host two DE Training classes in a virtual learning environment, and that over four weeks participants will engage in a mix of on-demand and live learning sessions. Live learning sessions will be held on Mondays and Tuesdays between the hours of 10 AM – 4 PM CT for the duration of training.
The two sessions:
March 15 – April 9, 2021 – Register Now!
April 26 – May 21, 2021 – Register Now!
The Foundation said programming details, registration information, and scholarship applications for Fall 2021 DE Training will be shared in early June.
Cost & Registration Details
- The cost to attend DE Training is $2,000. Full payment is required to reserve a spot in the desired session. If unable to pay via credit card, please contact Maggie Wolff at mwolff@ncuf.coop.
- Registration is limited to one person per organization per class with a maximum capacity of 48 U.S.-based participants per session.
Technology Requirements in a Virtual Environment
The NCUF said all participants will need:
- A reliable internet connection
- Access to Zoom
- A functioning webcam & microphone
Additional details including DE program eligibility and what to expect in a virtual learning environment can be found on the Foundation's website.