What qualities make a leader successful? In this course, learners will critically explore a range of leadership frameworks to build a well-rounded understanding of the definition of leadership and the attributes of high-impact leaders. Learners will engage in structured reflection and assessment to identify their personal leadership strengths and areas for growth.
Learning outcomes for this course include:
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Course references
Institute of Coaching (IOC) report on a qualitative study of the impact of pandemic-era disruptions on organizations, leaders, leadership, and leadership coaching.
An article from Harvard Business Review on building and enhancing trust in the workplace.
The leadership theory of Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity and Ambiguity (VUCA).
An article from Frobes on leading in a volatile, uncertain, complex and ambiguous world.
A quiz to learn about your leadership style.
A quiz to learn about your Dominant, Influential, Steady, or Conscientious (DISC) personality.
Learn about the Kotter Methodology and the 8 Steps for Leading Change.
This activity has been submitted to the Connecticut Nurses' Association for approval to award contact hours. The Connecticut Nurses' Association is accredited as an approver of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
CAPC is working closely with our educational partners to provide interprofessional continuing education credits. CME is pending; check back soon.
Helen Fernandez, MD, MPH. Professor of Geriatrics and Palliative Medicine, Medical Education and Internal Medicine; Gerald and May Ellen Ritter Professor, Vice Chair of Education, Brookdale Department of Geriatrics and Palliative Medicine, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai.
Donna Stevens, MHA. Consultant, Center to Advance Palliative Care.
Karen Bullock, PhD, LICSW, APHSW-C. Ahearn Endowed Professor, Boston College School of Social Work.
Brittany Chambers, MPH, MCHES. Director, Health Equity and Special Initiatives, Center to Advance Palliative Care.
Devin Gilhuly, MD, MS. Assistant Professor, Department of Medicine Division of Geriatric Medicine, and Palliative Care Service, University of Colorado School of Medicine.
JoAnne Reifsnyder, PhD, MSN, MBA, RN, FAAN. Affiliate Professor, Nursing Leadership and Management, University of Maryland School of Nursing.
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Course 2 of 6
Learn practical communication skills—from active listening to managing difficult conversations—that build trust, strengthen teams, and enhance leadership impact.
Course 3 of 6
Explore how emotionally intelligent leadership builds trust, psychological safety, and collaboration to create high-performing health care teams.
Course 4 of 6
Build resilience and grit as a leader, using positive intelligence to overcome challenges, foster growth, and strengthen team productivity.
