Small Business Technical Assistance Certificate Program
9:30am
Duration:
36 hours
Location
Online
Description
Strengthen Your Impact as a Small Business Advisor and join the 8th Cycle of our Small Business Technical Assistance Certificate Program!
Small businesses continue to face constant challenges—and the people who support them must stay one step ahead. Whether you’re new to your role or an experienced technical assistance (TA) provider looking to refresh your skills, deepen your expertise, and connect with peers across the Commonwealth, this program is designed for you.
Bay Path University (formerly Cambridge College), the Mel King Institute for Community Building, and MassDevelopment (formerly Mass Growth Capital Corporation) have partnered once again to offer this powerful, practice-based certificate program that strengthens the knowledge and confidence of those who guide small business success.
Why Join?
- Refresh and re-energize your skills with innovative tools and strategies
- Connect with peers from across Massachusetts who share your passion for supporting entrepreneurs
- Learn from seasoned professionals who have worked on the ground with hundreds of small business owners
- Apply what you learn immediately to help your clients thrive
Program Details
Schedule: March 11 – May 27, 2026
Format: Online via Zoom | Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Duration: 6 Modules over 12 Sessions
Expert Instructors Include:
Chris Hunter (LEAF), Amy Shapiro (MCLA & FCCDC), Traci Talbert (FCCDC), and Priya Lane (Lawyers for Civil Rights)
What You’ll Learn:
- The Small Business Environment – Understanding the ecosystem and your role within it
- Business Planning Basics & Building Inclusive Workplace Cultures
- Bookkeeping and Forecasting for Small Business Success
- Marketing Fundamentals & Brand Management
- Legal Essentials for Small Businesses
- Small Business Coaching Techniques
What Participants Are Saying
“The course gave me a space to step back and reflect on my technical assistance practices. It changed how I approach and deliver TA.”
- 2024 Participant
“Being a participant in this program helped me feel more confident in my role as a Business Navigator.”
“This was an incredible program—the knowledge I gained is invaluable. The presenters were engaging, knowledgeable, and made learning easy and fun.”
Don’t Miss Out!
This is your opportunity to refresh, reconnect, and recharge your impact as a business advisor.
Sign up now to show your interest and receive early registration details!
The program is open to anyone working as a business counselor or technical assistance provider to small businesses.
Please contact Shirronda Almeida, MKI Director, with any questions.
Registration deadline