About the program

The NurseXcel Emerging Leader Pathway program is an eight-month leadership development experience designed to help aspiring nurse leaders strengthen their skills, expand their networks, and confidently step into advanced leadership roles across a variety of health care settings.

Through immersive workshops, mentorship, and hands-on learning, participants will cultivate the knowledge and tools needed to lead with purpose, emotional intelligence and strategic vision.

Program Highlights

• Duration: Eight months (September - May).
• Format: (4) two-day, in-person sessions and attendance at the Annual Leadership Summit.
• Mentorship: Each participant is paired with a mentor for ongoing support throughout the program.
• Networking: Build lasting professional connections across the state and region.

Benefits

• Personalized mentorship from experienced nurse leaders.
• Fully covered hotel accommodations for all in-person sessions.
• Meals provided during program days.
• Continuing Education Contact Hours awarded for each session.
• Complimentary attendance at the Annual Leadership Summit.

Eligibility

Applicants must:

• Hold a BSN or higher.
• Employed in an assistant nurse manager role or higher leadership position.
• Have direct reports or project management responsibilities.
• Be committed to full participation (attendance is mandatory; missing more than two days may affect graduation status).

Cost

The current tuition is $4,000 per candidate and includes course materials, (2) lunches and (1) dinner per each of the (4) sessions, hotel accommodations the night of each session, plus the night prior to the Annual Leadership Summit. Travel arrangements and transportation costs are the responsibility of the individual participant and are not included in the tuition.

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