The UCSF Leadership Institute offers programs for people interested in leadership development, evidence-based practice (EBP), and other specialty programs that support knowledge and skill development of people in health care organizations.
UCSF Leadership Institute is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accredidation.
Click on the links below to see our current offerings open for registration (for individuals or a small group) from your organization.
Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) Programs
- EBP E-Learning Series – This virtual series is self-paced and includes 10 hours of content that provide an overview of the EBP process. This is a great way to learn EBP fundamentals or reinforce knowledge.
- EBP Workshop Series: Micro-Learning Sessions – Each 3-hour, live, virtual session introduces one step of the EBP process. This learning experience is great for those who need a refresher or just want to concentrate on honing specific EBP skills with an experienced EBP mentor.
- Foundations of Evidence-Based Practice Workshop – This introductory workshop provides the essential tools to integrate EBP into daily clinical decision-making. Participants will learn how to formulate clinical questions, critically appraise literature, and apply findings to improve patient outcomes. Virtual and in-person options are available.
- Evidence-Based Practice Academy – Coming soon!
Unsure which program is the best fit for you? Watch the recording of this EBP Information Session to help you make an informed decision!
Specialty Programs
- Leveling Up with Healthcare Finance: Leveling Up with Healthcare Finance - A three-part interactive workshop series designed to help healthcare leaders understand and apply essential financial concepts within their day-to-day work.
- Applied NPD Approach: Putting Concepts into Practice – A live virtual program (14 contact hours) designed specifically for Nursing Professional Development practitioners. The workshop provides a comprehensive overview of key NPD concepts illustrated through real-life examples that enhance learning and provide practical context.
- Population Health Management Certificate Program - This program offers an in-depth understanding of foundational concepts such as relevant industry definitions, the drivers for a change in health care delivery and changing models of payment, as well as clinical interventions and best practices.
Leadership Development Programs
- Foundations for Excellence in Physician Leadership – A program for physicians in the early stages of an administrative medicine career or those interested in gaining more administrative responsibilities in a clinical setting are ideal candidates for the program. The program includes live monthly learning sessions and executive coaching focusing on key leadership competencies for physician leaders.
- Foundations for Excellence in Healthcare Leadership Program – The Foundations for Excellence in Healthcare Leadership Program is for early career leaders interested in enhancing their own leadership capacity to effectively lead teams and navigate the administration of health care.
- Nurse Executive Leadership Program - Coming soon!
- Healthcare Executive Leadership Program - Coming soon!