SBC Academy Certificates

Entrepreneur Academy Certificate

Are you in a big hurry to start your business or make your existing venture more profitable? Earning the Entrepreneur Academy Certificate can help you develop your skills, strengthen your foundation, and operate a successful small business.

To qualify for our Entrepreneur Academy Certificate, participate in 1 counseling session and at least 10 specific events, the majority of which must be hosted by the Wilson SBC.

How to Start a Business
How to Write a Business Plan
Financing Event (various options, including Credit Score)
Marketing Event (various options)
How to Find Your Customers
Basics of Bookkeeping
Your Small Business Taxes
Ask the Experts, Federal Contracting, or Labor Laws
QuickBooks* or Understanding Financial Statements
Optional Event/Workshop (various options)
One Business Counseling Session with the Wilson SBC (required)

(*) The six-week WCC Ed2Go QuickBooks course ($75) can substitute for the free SBC event.

Nonprofit Academy Certificate

Nonprofits are a much-needed resource for those who can’t pay the full cost of services in our community. Earning the Nonprofit Academy Certificate can enable you to receive training essential for establishing or enhancing your organization’s vision, fundraising goals, and operations.

To qualify for our Nonprofit Academy Certificate, participate in 1 counseling session and at least 10 specific events, the majority of which must be hosted by the Wilson SBC.