What is “Jump Start”? Jump Start is an intense, informative and supportive experience that builds a strong foundation for achieving your APR designation.  The Jump Start course offered by the National Capital Chapter of PRSA was listed as one of the top professional development activities according to a recent chapter survey.  Find out why so many APRs have found Jump Start to be an invaluable part of their preparation!

Why should I become an APR? Earning your Accreditation in Public Relations (APR) shows that you are an accomplished practitioner – and can even lead to a boost in salary and title.  Your first step on the APR quest is the Jump Start comprehensive overview class, coming up this June.

When:        Saturday, June 20, 1009.  Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Where:     American Forest Foundation, 1111 19th Street, NW, Suite 780, Washington, DC
                  (AFF is located on 19th Street near L Street, NW)  
Metro: Farragut North (red line)/Farragut West (blue/orange lines)

Cost:         $99 for PRSA-NCC members; $120 for non-members
                  (includes study binder, breakfast, lunch and full-day course

Register here .  If you have any questions about registration, please call the chapter office a 703-691-9212.

NOTE: There is a $50 surcharge to register on site (space permitting)


What will I get from the Jump Start Course?

The processes of RPIE [research, planning, implementation and evaluation] of communication campaigns

Presentations on communication theory and process which are basic to the work you will be expected to do

Basics on relevant legal aspects

Work on resolving ethical dilemmas in public relations

And more

Please let us know how the PRSA-NCC Chapter can assist you as you proceed on the APR quest.  For more information, contact NCC Accreditation Co-Chairs Brigitte Johnson, APR, at 202-463-5163, bjohnson@forestfoundation.org or Mitch Marovitz, APR, at 703-984-1748, marovitz_mitchell@bah.com

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