Our Courses

Six courses across three Bodies of Knowledge — combining theory and practical application

A Complete Leadership Curriculum

All participants are encouraged to complete each of the six classes. Online courses emphasize theory and lecture content, while in-person sessions provide practical exercises where you apply what you've learned. Certificates of Completion are awarded for every course, and each in-person course earns one segment of the Leadership Award Coin.

6
Total Courses
3
Online Courses
3
In-Person Courses
Body of Knowledge — 100 Level

Personal Effectiveness

The foundational Body of Knowledge — know yourself to lead others.

📻 Course 101 — Online Theory

Theory and lecture-based content covering the foundational concepts of personal effectiveness in leadership.

  • Self-assessment of leadership abilities
  • Understanding how leaders impact others
  • Identifying individual leadership strengths and gaps
  • Foundations of personal leadership style
  • Certificate of Completion upon finishing
🏢 Course 102 — In-Person Practice

Hands-on application of personal effectiveness principles in a group workshop setting.

  • Creating real bonds where leadership flourishes
  • Understanding individual personality differences
  • Team bonding exercises and frameworks
  • Practicing empowerment as a leader
  • Earns Segment 1 of the Leadership Award Coin
Body of Knowledge — 200 Level

Group Dynamics

Scale your personal leadership skills to groups and teams.

📻 Course 201 — Online Theory

Theoretical framework for understanding how groups form, function, and perform at their best.

  • Group assessment techniques
  • Understanding personality diversity within teams
  • Stages of group development
  • Leveraging individual strengths for collective success
  • Certificate of Completion upon finishing
🏢 Course 202 — In-Person Practice

Practical team composition and management strategies applied in live group exercises.

  • Combining personalities into high-performing teams
  • Mitigating individual and group weaknesses
  • Facilitating team execution efficiently
  • Building accountability structures
  • Earns Segment 2 of the Leadership Award Coin
Body of Knowledge — 400 Level

Influential Communication

Master communication to share your vision and move people to action.

📻 Course 401 — Online Theory

Deep study of how human minds process language and how leaders can craft clear, compelling messages.

  • How the human mind processes language
  • Sources of misunderstanding and how to avoid them
  • Principles of organizational clarity
  • Becoming a conscious creator of your experience
  • Certificate of Completion upon finishing
🏢 Course 402 — In-Person Practice

Live communication practice — sharing vision, delivering feedback, and driving results through speech and action.

  • Sharing the vision of your organization effectively
  • Driving mission accomplishment through communication
  • Responsible communication — owning your results
  • Influencing without authority
  • Earns Segment 3 of the Leadership Award Coin

Recognition & Awards

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Certificate of Completion

A certificate of completion is available for every course you finish — both online and in-person. Completion of at least one class from each Body of Knowledge is required for graduation.

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Leadership Award Coin

The Leadership Award Coin is earned one segment at a time through in-person attendance. Complete all three in-person courses (102, 202, 402) to earn the full coin — a tangible symbol of your commitment to leadership excellence.

Ready to Begin Your Leadership Journey?

Apply to the York Rite Leadership and access all six courses at no cost to you.