Elevating Leaders in Academic Nursing: For Aspiring Deans and Senior faculty, with image of woman in suit and AACN logo

The Elevating Leaders in Academic Nursing (ELAN) program is designed for aspiring deans and senior faculty members in leadership roles. ELAN offers a transformative year-long fellowship experience that equips you with the skills, knowledge, and network needed to lead nursing academic units with confidence and excellence.

Program Highlights:

  • Leadership Immersion: ELAN kicks off with an invigorating in-person week-long workshop, where you'll engage in peer coaching, team-building, and advanced simulations. It's the perfect launchpad for your leadership journey.
  • Online Learning Community: Following the on-site event, you'll join a vibrant online community, connecting with fellow ELAN participants, sharing insights, and supporting one another's growth.
  • Expert Workshops: Benefit from two 4-hour virtual workshops led by industry experts, delving deep into the essentials of successful executive leadership.
  • Tailored Support: Additional services such as one-on-one coaching and mentoring are available at an additional cost to provide personalized guidance on your leadership journey.

Who Should Apply:

The purpose of ELAN is to enhance the executive leadership skills of individuals in administrative and leadership positions who aspire to lead the nursing academic unit. Ideal candidates possess a passion for excellence, a commitment to advancing nursing education, and a drive to make a meaningful impact in their academic communities.

If you're ready to embrace a year filled with self-discovery, learning, and impactful goal setting, we invite you to apply to participate in ELAN today. Join this dynamic community of change-makers and lead the way in nursing academia.

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Application Deadline: March 15, 2024

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