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Leadership programs

Welcome to where nurse leaders thrive. Unlock your potential and emerge empowered, transforming passion into confident, clear action as we lead the way in health care leadership.

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Designed by nurses, for nurses, our premium Leadership Programs serve as your gateway to breaking down barriers, mastering the art of leadership in any setting, cultivating an unmatched professional profile, and propelling your qualifications to unprecedented new heights.

Our esteemed leadership programs deliver you:

Unparalleled access to
high-profile leaders

Support from experienced professionals

Networking
opportunities

Cutting-edge knowledge and research insights

Our programs

The ACN Institute of Leadership is where nurse leaders are made. Our programs shape visionary nurses into leaders, advancing your career at any stage. Participants gain practical skills, cutting-edge insights, and connections with industry pioneers. You will walk away with the confidence to lead, the ability to drive change, and a vision for the future of health care. Join us to transform your potential and shape the future of nursing.

Leadership Intensive

Immerse yourself in our interactive workshops. These programs provide practical application of new skills, preparing you to lead with confidence.

Nurse Executive Leadership

As a senior nurse executive, gain the insights and strategies you need to drive innovation and excellence in health care. Overcome the unique challenges you face and unlock your full leadership potential.

Nurse Director Leadership

As a nurse director, shape the future of your workplace. Master compassionate and practical leadership skills to tackle the complex challenges you encounter. Transform your mindset and lead with confidence.

Nurse Unit Manager Leadership

As a nurse unit manager, harness the power of effective leadership to make a meaningful impact. Learn to manage yourself, others, resources, and operations while addressing the specific challenges of unit management.

Emerging Leaders

Enhance your leadership journey with personalised mentoring, networking opportunities, and career development activities. These programs are designed for nurses to build their leadership skills and professional profiles.

Emerging Nurse Leader

Join a transformative program designed for early-career nurses. Engage in personalised mentoring, network with peers, and participate in career development opportunities to grow as a leader in nursing.

Emerging Research Leader

Fuel your passion for nursing research through this specialised program. Develop essential research skills, and connect with industry experts to significantly impact nursing research.

Emerging Policy Leader

Prepare to lead in nursing health policy with this pioneering program. Gain the skills to shape the future of health care, influence policy decisions, and make a lasting impact on the health care system.

As someone who attends a lot of education, I can honestly say I have gained more professionally and personally in the five days of this course than any other course I have attended.

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Student of Leadership Program

This has been the best educational experience ever. I am so impressed with the content; the presenters were amazing.

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Student of Leadership Program

This program has introduced me to new people, new ways of thinking and new ways of understanding myself, the profession and the extent of influence we can have as nurses on health care delivery.

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Postnominal

This program not only has an exceptional structure with highly relevant practical context, but also gives you the opportunity to gain exposure to and learn from some of the greatest nurse leaders in our country.

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Student of Leadership Program

This was the most valuable, informative and influencing program that I have ever attended – personally and professionally.

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Meet our presenters

We are proud to feature a diverse group of nursing professionals who bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to our programs. They are here to guide, mentor, and inspire you.

Adjunct Professor David Plunkett FACN

Chief Executive, Eastern Health Australia

Emeritus Professor Leanne Boyd FACN

Interim Chief Executive Officer, Australian College of Nursing

Adjunct Professor (Practice) Alison McMillan MACN

Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer, Commonwealth Government Department of Health

Dr Jennifer Bichel-Findlay FACN

Honorary Associate, Faculty of Health, University of Technology Sydney and Secretary and Director, Australasian Institute of Digital Health

Meet our mentors

Our mentors are passionate about the next generation of nurse leaders and will support you on your journey

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