Hosting an AMPP course is one of the most impactful things your chapter can do—not just for revenue, but for community engagement and professional growth.

Whether you’re looking to offer value to members, raise your chapter’s visibility, or build financial momentum, course hosting allows you to do it all. Even if you’ve never offered a course before, the process is simple—and AMPP gives you all the tools you need to succeed.

Here’s what hosting a course looks like and why it’s worth exploring for your chapter.

Why Host a Course?

Members join AMPP to grow their careers, gain certifications, and stay current in the industry. By hosting a course locally, your chapter becomes a hub for that development—and earns revenue at the same time.

Benefits to Your Chapter:

• Provide Value: Attendees earn PDHs and CEUs to support certification and career advancement.
• Generate Revenue: Depending on the format, chapters can keep up to 100% of the proceeds.
• Build Community: Courses bring professionals together, enhance your local reputation, and create networking opportunities.

Example: A chapter can host a half-day promotional course and used the proceeds to create a local scholarship.

What Kind of Courses Can You Host?

There are four main types of AMPP courses chapters can host. Each one offers different levels of responsibility, revenue potential, and audience size.

Note: Printed materials for in-person courses require a $25 per student administrative fee.

Many courses are available in English or Spanish—reach out to a Scheduling Specialist at chaptercourses@ampp.org to learn more.

How to Get Started (Step-by-Step)

AMPP has created a complete Hosting a Course Kit that includes all the information you’ll need. Here's a simplified breakdown:

1. Choose your course type.
2. Secure a venue (e.g., training room, conference space).
3. Submit a Chapter Education Agreement at least 90 days before the course.
4. Confirm instructor and AV setup.
5. Promote the course through email, social media, and chapter meetings.
6. Manage signups and finalize your attendee list.
7. Host the course!
8. Share post-event highlights and receive your revenue share.

Pro Tip: The Hosting a Course Kit includes a checklist to keep everything on track. Don’t start from scratch—just follow the guide.

Promoting Your Course

The sooner and more often you promote your course, the better your turnout—and revenue. Follow this recommended timeline from the Hosting a Course Kit:

High-Impact Marketing Tips:

• Email your chapter roster directly
• Share flyers on LinkedIn, Facebook, and AMPP’s Chapter Community
• Ask instructors and committee members to promote through their networks
• Use Canva templates available through AMPP for professional flyers and social posts
• Announce upcoming courses at every chapter event

What Can You Do with Course Revenue

Hosting a course is not just about breaking even—it can create real momentum. Here are a few ways chapters use their revenue:

• Fund scholarships for students or young professionals
• Purchase chapter signage, banners, or promotional materials
• Cover speaker costs or hybrid meeting equipment
• Offer free admission to future events for targeted audiences
• Build a reserve fund for future programming

Remember: Even one successful course can fund your chapter’s next big idea.

Next Steps

If your chapter is ready to explore course hosting:

• Download and review The Hosting a Course Kit
• Talk with your committee about which course fits your members’ interests
• Submit your agreement 90+ days in advance of your proposed course date
• Reach out to AMPP at chaptercourses@ampp.org with any questions

You don’t need to be an expert. You just need a course, a plan, and the right support—AMPP will help you the rest of the way.

Read other blogs in this series:

The Power of Chapter Revenue: How Funding Fuels Growth and Impact

Sponsorships as Strategy: A Reliable Revenue Stream for Chapter Growth

Event-Driven Revenue: Turning Chapter Meetings Into Growth Opportunities

Have question or need help getting started? Reach out to chapters@ampp.org. We are here to help!

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