Grant Cost Rules & Timekeeping Certification: 2 CFR 200 Mastery

Master 2 CFR 200 Grant Cost Rules and Timekeeping: Complete Compliance Tools for Daily Operations

Rex L. Porter Rex L. Porter
Double your grant management expertise with comprehensive 2 CFR 200 mastery covering both cost rules and timekeeping compliance. This intensive dual certification delivers practical tools for cost allowability decisions, personnel activity reporting, and documentation standards. Master federal grant requirements through expert training designed for immediate workplace implementation. Avoid costly compliance mistakes while building confidence in daily grant operations across your entire organization.

Here's What You Can Expect From the Course

You inherited grant compliance requirements that could cost your organization millions in penalties, and you're on the hook for every mistake. This program transforms you from a reactive administrator into a grant compliance authority. You won't just learn regulations; you will build the documented, defensible system that protects your funding and secures your career.

Your Instructor

Rex L. Porter
ABOUT —

Rex L. Porter
  • Principal and founder of Porter Group LLC
  • a premier national federal grant funding and compliance consulting service

Rex is principal and founder of Porter Group LLC, a premier national federal grant funding and compliance consulting service, bringing a 25-year career in federal grants management to the work. He has served as a federal grants official, grant-funded organization executive director, and local government project manager. His current practice supports nonprofits and local governments stay compliant with the complex world of federal grant rules. Rex is a retired Air Force officer, and earned an MBA, a MS in Systems Management, and Certificates in Nonprofit Management, and Program and Contract Management.

All Inclusive

The Grant Cost Rules & Timekeeping Certification: 2 CFR 200 Mastery, both on demand or live, comes with the following.

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    Two Year Course Access

    The on-demand video training available 24/7 for 2 full years
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    Templates & Tools

    Downloadable documents, checklists, templates, and forms
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    Certification Exam

    One exam attempt included. Credentials valid for 2 years
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    Small, Customized Classes

    Live sessions tailored to participant needs—never generic

Course Outcomes

    • Master 2 CFR 200 Cost Principles & Allowability
    • Implement Personnel Activity Reporting
    • Establish Timekeeping Documentation Systems
    • Navigate Cost Classification Requirements
    • Apply Federal Salary Compliance Standards
    • Lead Grant Management Strategy
    • Respond to Audit Inquiries
    • Two certification exam attempts included

Course Dates

  • Learn at your own pace – On Demand
  • There are no live dates currently planned, send us email if you are interested.

Format

Outline

This dual certification covers complete 2 CFR 200 compliance through focused sessions on cost rules and timekeeping requirements. Master allowable costs, personnel activity reporting, documentation standards, and audit preparation. Gain practical tools for daily operations and long-term compliance success.

Session 1: 2 CFR 200 Cost Principles Foundation

  • Allowable vs. unallowable cost determination framework
  • Direct and indirect cost classification standards
  • Documentation requirements and compliance best practices
  • Internal control systems for cost management

Session 2: Personnel Cost and Salary Allocation

  • Federal salary and wage compliance requirements
  • Personnel activity reporting standards and procedures
  • Cost allocation methodologies for personnel expenses
  • Fringe benefit calculations and compliance protocols

Session 3: Timekeeping Systems and Documentation

  • Personnel activity reporting system implementation
  • Time and effort documentation requirements
  • Record-keeping standards for federal compliance
  • Technology solutions for accurate time tracking

Session 4: Advanced Compliance and Risk Management

  • Complex cost scenarios and problem-solving strategies
  • Risk assessment and monitoring procedures
  • Procurement and subaward compliance requirements
  • Corrective action planning for compliance violations

Session 5: Audit Preparation and Response

  • Audit readiness assessment and preparation techniques
  • Documentation organization and presentation strategies
  • Response protocols for audit findings and recommendations
  • Continuous improvement systems for ongoing compliance
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Who Should Attend?

  • Nonprofit chief executives
  • Executive directors
  • Chief financial officers
  • Controllers
  • Senior management
  • Program directors and managers
  • Human resources managers and staff
  • Program managers
  • Finance staff
  • Grant managers
  • Government relations personnel
  • Compliance officers and managers
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Grant Cost Rules & Timekeeping Certification: 2 CFR 200 Mastery
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What You'll Receive:

  • ✔️ On-demand access for one year
  • ✔️ PDF slides + course resources & links
  • ✔️ Certificate of completion
  • ✔️ One certification exam