
The visual above shows the relationships between the core competencies that are unique to the individual and the skills and knowledge required to be effective: Managing People, Managing Projects, and Leadership.
Credentialing is a formal way of recognizing your accomplishments, skills and abilities across the field of volunteer management.
The overarching principles of ethics and professionalism frame the practice of volunteer management.
Note: Knowledge of the field is similar to subject matter expertise and is, therefore, not the focus of the Volunteer Management Competencies which cut across all fields.
Many volunteer managers provide training but it is not a core competency for most volunteer managers.


