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Certified Project Officer (CPO) Certification Course
Practical. Accredited. Career-Ready.
The CPO Certification Course at the Center for Leadership and Professional Excellence is a globally accredited, accessible program that equips learners with essential project management skills to thrive in any industry. Designed for students, working professionals, and anyone eager to build leadership capacity, this 12-session program provides the tools to manage projects with clarity, confidence, and collaboration.
Throughout twelve interactive evening sessions—delivered live online—you’ll gain practical expertise in planning, communication, resource management, change leadership, and agile methods. No exams, no homework—just meaningful training that results in a recognized certification open to all learners over 16.
Grounded in Holy Cross College’s mission to form leaders with the competence to see and the courage to act, the CPO program prepares you not only to manage projects effectively, but to do so with integrity and impact.
- Earn a globally recognized Certified Project Officer (CPO) credential in just 12 evenings.
- Accessible format: live online sessions, no exams, no homework.
- Practical training you can apply immediately—designed for any industry.
- Open to learners 16 and older, no prior project management experience required.
The Holy Cross College SOFPM will hold six Sessions on Nov. 24-26 and Dec. 1-3 from 7-9 p.m. EST
Total Program Cost: $1,200
This program is ideal for:
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Working professionals seeking to strengthen leadership and organizational skills
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Students looking to gain an early career credential
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Community leaders and volunteers who manage projects and teams
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Anyone over 16 who wants to build confidence in planning, collaboration, and communication
Graduates of the CPO program will be able to:
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Contribute effectively as project team members or leaders
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Apply proven project management methods in professional, academic, or community settings
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Demonstrate a globally accredited certification to employers and peers
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Lead with both competence and integrity
Scott Kinder is a former U.S. Army Green Beret, Intelligence Community veteran, and the founder of DOL Coach, a consulting firm that has helped certify over 55,000 professionals in project management. With a career rooted in elite-level leadership and global operations, Scott has become a trusted authority on disciplined execution, mission-focused strategy, and no-fluff coaching for individuals and organizations seeking real results. He’s previously served in various roles with the Center for Project Innovation, most recently as Chief Executive Officer for over 15 months.
As the author of several guides, including The Green Beret’s Guide To Starting a Business, Frag Out!: A Green Beret’s Guide to Winning in Life and Work, FM 18-2: A Green Beret’s Guide to Getting Out of Debt, and the No BS PM newsletter, Scott delivers blunt, actionable insights drawn from his time in Special Forces and the private sector.
His frameworks, like the LOL Money Rules, the BASIC sales model, and unique project methodologies, blend military-grade clarity with practical business application. He’s especially passionate about helping fellow veterans transition with confidence, purpose, and a plan.
A certified Ramsey Master Financial Coach and former GS-13 federal executive, Scott has advised clients across industries on program management, leadership, financial freedom, and operational excellence.
Whether he’s leading a project deep dive, coaching a startup founder, or teaching a masterclass on communication, Scott is known for cutting through the noise, simplifying the complex, and driving disciplined success. His mantra, “Stay the course and keep the faith”, embodies everything he teaches and lives.
Holy Cross College SOFPM will hold six Sessions on Oct. 6-9 and 13-1 from 7-9 p.m. EST