Leadership Bootcamp

Building the next generation of nurse leaders

The APNA Leadership Bootcamp is a 6‑week digital learning program designed to support nurses to confidently step into leadership roles in primary health care. Grounded in real‑world practice and powered by APNA’s trusted resources, the program blends short, practical learning with reflective and applied activities nurses can use immediately in their workplace.

This program is ideal for nurses new to leadership roles or mid‑career nurses who want to strengthen their leadership capability to prepare themselves to influence positive change and grow their career.

What nurses will develop

Participants will:

• Develop leadership skills tailored to primary health care environments
• Enhance strategic thinking, communication, and decision-making
• Build confidence in leading teams, managing change, and influencing outcomes
• Foster collaboration and innovation in patient-centred care

Program outline

Format: Fully digital, self‑directed with structured weekly guidance
Duration: 6 weeks
Time commitment: Flexible (mix of short and long activities each week)
Delivery: Rolling intake – a new cohort starts each week

Who is this program for?

This program is designed for:

• Nurses new to leadership roles who are wanting to grow their leadership skills
• Mid‑career nurses (no formal leadership title is required):
  • Nurses with emerging or informal leadership responsibilities
  • Nurses preparing for team leader, coordinator, or senior roles
• Nurses who want practical leadership tools tailored to primary health care

Weekly themes

• Week 1: Foundations of Leadership in Primary Health Care Nursing
• Week 2: Communication, Influence, and Emotional Intelligence
• Week 3: Strategic Thinking, Decision-Making, and Clinical Governance
• Week 4: Leading Teams and Managing Change
• Week 5: Innovation and Quality Improvement
• Week 6: Leadership in action, Personal Growth, and Career Development

What nurses gain

By the end of the 6‑week bootcamp, participants will:

• Understand core leadership principles in primary health care nursing
• Communicate with greater confidence, clarity, and emotional intelligence
• Lead and support teams more effectively
• Apply clinical governance and safety leadership in everyday practice
• Initiate and manage change at a local level
• Create a personalised 12‑month Personal Leadership Development Plan

Want to know more?
Contact the APNA Education team for more information about the Leadership Bootcamp