Community Land Developer Certification Course
Become Certified in Regenerative Community Development
Join the movement to transform communities through sustainable land development. This comprehensive certification program combines online learning with intensive in-person workshops at Evergreen State College Tacoma Campus.
What You'll Learn
- Circular Economy principles and cooperative governance
- Land acquisition and capital stacking strategies
- Manufacturing, utilities, logistics, and energy systems
- Community solar installations and microgrids
- Micro-business development and financial modeling
- Workforce development and apprenticeship programs
Program Details
Duration
14 weeks online + 2 weeks in-person intensive
Location
Evergreen State College Tacoma Campus
Start Date
2026 (Early Registration Now Open)
Tuition
$4,000 per student
Cohort Size
30-40 students per cohort
In-Person Workshop Components
Field Trips
Visit the Sacred Land Collective, renewable energy sites, and community development projects
Solar Installation Workshop
Hands-on training in solar microgrid installation and maintenance
Hemp Building Workshop
Learn hemp farming, harvesting, processing, and building with hempcrete
Micro-Business Development
Create and launch your own micro-business as a capstone project
Financial & Governance Workshop
Master capital stacking, cooperative governance, and financial modeling
Capstone Project
Develop a comprehensive community land development plan
Course Timeline
Registration & Onboarding
Apply for the program and complete the enrollment process. Early registration is now open for the 2026 cohort.
14-Week Online Course
Complete self-paced modules covering all 10 parts of "48 Acres and a M.U.L.E." with weekly assignments, case studies, and expert interviews.
2-Week In-Person Intensive
Hands-on workshops at Evergreen State College Tacoma Campus including field trips to Sacred Land Collective, solar installation training, and capstone project development.
Certification & Graduation
Receive your Community Land Developer certification and join a network of regenerative leaders. Access ongoing alumni resources and community.
Tuition & Scholarships
Program Cost
Full Tuition
$4,000
Per student for complete 14-week online + 2-week intensive program
Payment Plans Available
Flexible options
Monthly installments and early-bird discounts available
Scholarship Opportunities
Community Leaders Fund
Up to 50% tuition reduction for nonprofit leaders and community organizers
Diversity & Inclusion Scholarships
Full and partial scholarships for underrepresented communities in land development
Work-Study Options
Participate in Sacred Land Collective projects to offset tuition costs
For more information about financial aid, scholarships, or payment plans, please contact the program director or email us at the address below.
Request Financial Aid Information