Nursing Leadership

The Postgraduate Certificate in Nursing Leadership from Washington State University is an innovative program designed to equip nurse administrators with the knowledge and skills needed to become successful healthcare leaders. This 12 credit hour certificate provides students with a comprehensive education in topics such as organizational leadership, quality management/care management, professional practice environments, organizational systems management and communications/collaboration. Students will explore key concepts relevant to today's healthcare marketplace from multiple clinical practice settings through a hybrid mix of face-to-face and web-based delivery. Upon completion of the program, students may be eligible to sit for the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Nurse Executive, Advanced certification - a distinguished credential that reflects their commitment to excellence in nursing leadership. With its flexible delivery mode and advanced course content, this program is an excellent pathway for nurses seeking to expand their career prospects and hone their skills as effective healthcare leaders.