Advanced Practice Provider Leadership

The Stanford Advanced Practice Provider Leadership Certificate Program is a 4-month cohort-based learning experience for early to mid-career Advanced Practice Providers (APPs). The program utilizes the curriculum framework of the Physician Leadership Certificate Program, enriching our participants with the same high standards and valuable leadership principles to excel in their roles and contribute significantly to the healthcare landscape.

Key Features

Evidence-based framework for personal growth
Peer and Professional coaching supports participants in cultivating interpersonal, management, and leadership skills.
Psychometric tools that shed light on personal competencies
Earn CE credits

Curriculum Highlights
The individual courses are across four fundamental themes:

Leadership Essentials
Amplifying Leadership Influence
Mastering People Skills
Synergizing Leadership Strategies

PROGRAM DATES
August - November, 2024
Application Opens May 6, 2024
Application Closes: June 21, 2024

Virtual | US $3,500

CONTACT

Alisa Richardson

Education Program Manager

appleadership@stanford.edu

Program at a Glance

Note: Program is subject to change

MONTH 1

Power and Influence
Emotional Intelligence
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

MONTH 2

Team Development
and Dynamics
Situational Leadership
Project Management

MONTH 3

Conflict Management
Facilitation Skills
Communication Skills

MONTH 4

Business of Medicine
Navigating Organizational Politics
Capstone Project

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

PROGRAM LEADERSHIP

Ruth Adewuya, MD, CHCP,
MEHP Fellow

Managing Director – Center for Continuing Medical Education, Executive Director – Advanced Practice Provider Leadership Certificate Program, Executive Director – Physician Leadership Certificate Program, Program Manager – School of Medicine Staff Mentorship Program

Susan Jameson, LPD,
MHC, PA-C

Associate Dean for PA Education Program, Director –Master of PA Studies, Executive Director – Advanced Practice Provider Leadership Certificate Program, Stanford School of Medicine

Program Faculty

ADVISORY BOARD

Clair Kuriakose, MBA, PA-C, FACHE

Executive Director of Advanced Practice Providers – Stanford Healthcare, Clinical Assistant Professor – Stanford School of Medicine

Kelly Bugos, MS, RN,
ANP-BC, NPD-BC, AOCNP

Manager of Advanced Practice – Stanford Healthcare, Director of Advanced Practice – Professional Development

Barbara Suplit , DNP, APRN,
CPNP-PC, PMHS

Executive Director of Advanced Practice – Lucille Packard Children’s Hospital Stanford

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Who should apply to the program?

Advanced Practice Healthcare Providers: Physician Associates, Advance Practice Registered Nurses.

Is the program suitable for new graduates ?

No. The program is not designed for providers in their first 4-5 years of practice. The program targets early to mid-career practicing advanced practice providers aspiring to leadership roles.

I am an advanced practice provider outside of the United States. Can I participate in this program?

The program's content is oriented to the context of healthcare education and delivery in the United States. Currently, the program is not open to international providers not licensed to practice in the United States.

Do I need to travel to the Stanford Campus for any sessions?

No, the program is conducted virtually with one live, synchronous session per month.

When do the synchronous sessions take place?

The synchronous session will occur virtually via zoom.
Dates: August 3, September 14, October 5, November 2. Time: 9 – 11 am Pacific Time.

What is the time commitment for participation in the program?

We estimate 4 hours of time commitment per week.

What payment methods are accepted?

Visa, Mastercard and American Express Credit Cards are accepted.
Checks should be mailed to:
Stanford Center for Continuing Medical Education
Att. Jean Hengst
1520 Page Mill Rd.
Palo Alto, CA 94304
Invoices provided upon request.

Do I need to participate in the synchronous sessions?

Yes. Full attendance of the program and submission of the Capstone Project is required for the Certificate of Achievement.

Will I receive a Stanford certificate upon completion of the program?

Yes. Upon completing the requirements, you will receive a Certificate of Achievement from the Stanford Center for Continuing Medical Education

Does the program offer CE credits?

Yes, the program will offer American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) contact hours and American Academy of PAs (AAPA) Category 1 CME credits.

Questions? Email appleadership@stanford.edu

CONTINUING MEDICAL EDUCATION CREDITS

Accreditation Statement

In support of improving patient care, Stanford Medicine is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

Credit Designation

American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)

Stanford Medicine designates this other (synchronous and asynchronous) activity for a maximum of 19.5 ANCC contact hours.

American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA)

Stanford Medicine has been authorized by the American Academy of PAs (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This other (synchronous and asynchronous) activity is designated for 19.5 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.

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