Professional Development

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Professional Development

CAPIO realizes that ongoing learning and development is key to our members’ success. That’s why CAPIO is proud to offer many programs to support our members’ advancement in the communications profession. From our popular J. Lindsey Wolf PIO Institute to internationally recognized Accreditation in Public Relations (APR), there is a program tailored to each step in your career.

For more information on CAPIO’s education and development programs, please contact CAPIO Education and Development Chair at apr@capio.org or call the CAPIO office at (530) 924-5444.

“The recent Social Media Academy workshop in Dublin was one of the more interactive workshops I’ve attended recently. I got a lot out of it and was able to immediately implement some of the latest social media tips. Thank you CAPIO, City of Dublin, and Archive Social.”
   -Jennie Loft, Public Information Manager, City of San José Environmental Services Department 

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Accreditation in Public Relations
Be an Industry Leader: Earn Your APR

Earn your Accreditation in Public Relations (APR) with CAPIO’s support and join thousands of communicators who have achieved this globally recognized credential. The APR demonstrates your expertise, ethics, and strategic skills, setting you apart as a public relations and communications leader.

“The APR process was transformative. CAPIO’s coaching and resources made all the difference!”    

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Pursuing your J. Lindsey Wolf Certificate in Communications?
Upcoming and past webinars qualify toward your certificate

CAPIO’s popular J. Lindsey Wolf Certificate in Communications is one of the hallmark offerings of our Association.  Established in 2003, this certification, which is exclusively offered through CAPIO, provides a solid foundation of core communications courses focused on strategies and tactics to meet the evolving needs of CAPIO members and keep pace with the everchanging communications landscape.  The J. Lindsey Wolf Certificate in Communications is offered free to CAPIO members.

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J. Lindsey Wolf Certificate in Communications

Certificate Logo and Summary of Courses

CAPIO’s popular J. Lindsey Wolf Certificate in Communications (formerly known as the J. Lindsey Wolf PIO Institute) is one of the hallmark offerings of our association. Established in 2003, this certification, which is exclusively offered through CAPIO, provides a solid foundation of core communications courses focused on strategies and tactics to meet the evolving needs of CAPIO members and keep pace with the everchanging communication’s landscape.

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