Gain the knowledge to help charities thrive in a complex regulatory environment.
The Level 4 Certificate in Charity Law and Governance equips you with a practical understanding of the legal, governance and compliance responsibilities that underpin effective charity management.
As charities face increasing scrutiny and accountability, professionals need more than experience alone. They need a clear understanding of charity law, governance principles and regulatory requirements.
This qualification provides a structured route to building that expertise, helping you develop the confidence to support trustees, strengthen governance practices and ensure your organisation meets its legal obligations.
What you get
- Level 4 Certificate, equivalent to the first year of an undergraduate degree
- Registration, exam and certification fees all included
- Digital syllabus, study materials and full course text
- 12 live webinars with world-class faculty, all recorded
- Access to online learning platform with peer discussion forums
- CGIUKI student membership throughout your course
- MyCG portal access — past papers and mark schemes
- A professional community of practice
- Eligibility for CGIUKI Affiliated membership on completion
One simple price
£2,100
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Bursary
We’re proud to offer bursaries each year to cover 90% of the course fees supported by the Chartered Secretaries’ Charitable Trust. There are 40 bursaries available for each cohort, awarded between the sector qualifications in Charity Law and Governance, Academy Governance, Health Service Governance and Social Housing Governance.
Bursary applications will be considered by the Trustees in line with two phases below:
Phase 1 – Main application window
- Apply: 19 May – 30 June 2026
Notification: 16 July 2026
Phase 2 (Subject to Availability)
- Apply: 3 August – 18 September 2026
Notification: 6 October 2026
Please note: Phase 2 will only open if bursaries remain after Phase 1. Early application is strongly encouraged.
To apply for a bursary, you/your organisation must:
- Be able to cover the remaining 10% of the course fee.
- Be able to supply a copy of your organisation’s most recent annual report and accounts.
- Be able to supply a reference from your employer to support your application.
The second application window is open, but there is a limited number of bursaries available, and priority will be given to those from smaller organisations who can demonstrate the largest impact from the bursary.
Reference will be made to annual accounts and financial statements with priority given to applicants from organisations with limited training funds.
The Trust was established in the summer of 2013 for the benefit of current and former members, graduates, students and employees of The Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland and for the promotion of good governance.
Why take the governance path?
Career progression
Earning potential
Increased employment opportunities
