Advanced Leadership in Nursing Practice programme
Level 7, 20 credit unit - accredited by Agored Cymru
25 Feb 2026, 09:30 - 15 Jul, 16:30
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The Advanced Leadership in Nursing Practice programme is designed to support registered nurses develop skills in leading and managing themselves and their teams to deliver excellent patient centred care.
Suitable for registered nurses working in any sector, including NHS or independent health and social care.About this programme
This unit aims to develop registered nurses’ leadership skills, equipping them with the knowledge, confidence and competencies required to lead teams, drive change, and enhance patient care in complex healthcare settings. It explores leadership theories, strategic decision-making, healthcare policy, and the impact of leadership on organisational culture and patient outcomes.
This unit will be delivered online over several months with 10 taught days. In addition to the taught sessions, there will be self-directed learning, and
assessments which must be completed and passed, to receive a certificate of completion. This equates to 200 hours learning time for this unit in total. Successful completion of the unit will gain you 20 credits at Level 7, accredited by Agored Cymru.
Learning Outcomes:
- Be able to apply leadership theories and models in the context of nursing and healthcare.
- Understand how strategic decision-making and problem-solving skills can be applied to complex healthcare challenges.
- Be able to employ leadership knowledge and skills to influence organisational culture, team dynamics, and patient safety.
- Be able to lead and manage change effectively within healthcare settings.
- Be able to critically reflect on own leadership style and develop a personal leadership action plan.
- Be able to apply the ethical, legal, and professional responsibilities of nurse leaders.
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Who is this programme suitable for?
This unit is open to Registered Nurses, who hold current registration with the NMC. Suitable for registered nurses working in any sector, including NHS or independent health and social care. This programme is open to anyone, regardless of RCN membership status.
Technology access: All applicants will need access to a laptop or tablet with camera and microphone capability. A mobile phone only will not be suitable.
Programme dates
This unit will be delivered online, over 10 days, on the following dates:
- Day 1 – Wednesday 25 February 2026
- Day 2 – Wednesday 11 March 2026
- Day 3 – Wednesday 25 March 2026
- Day 4 – Wednesday 15 April 2026
- Day 5 – Wednesday 29 April 2026
- Day 6 – Wednesday 13 May 2026
- Day 7 – Wednesday 3 June 2026
- Day 8 – Wednesday 17 June 2026
- Day 9 – Wednesday 1 July 2026
- Day 10 – Wednesday 15 July 2026
In addition to the taught sessions, there will be self-directed learning, and assessments which must be completed and passed, to receive a certificate of completion. There is 200 hours learning time for this unit in total.
Assessment
The assessment will include a Professional Portfolio and Written assignment.
Assignment due date: Thursday 24 September 2026.
Cost
£833.33 + VAT per person (£1000 inc.VAT)
How to enrol
Booking closing date for all applications and payments is Friday 13 February 2026.
You can book online via the 'Book Online' button above.
Phone bookings can be made by telephoning our RCN Events Registration team on 02920 546460 (Mon - Fri, 9.30am - 4.30pm), quoting event ID 5592.
You can also download and complete a booking form via the 'Download booking form' button above. Payments can be made via credit card/Maestro, invoice (purchase order required), or BACS.
To pay by invoice you must send all of the below to eventsreg@rcn.org.uk
1. A copy of the Purchase Order document from your organisation or company (we cannot process your order without it)
2. Your Finance department/accounts payable contact email address to receive an electronic copy of the invoice from us
3. A completed RCN Events Booking Form for each delegate in the booking.
Once the invoice has been raised, you will then receive confirmation of your delegate booking on the event requested. Invoices are to be paid within 30 days of the invoice being issued.
Cancellation policy:
Cancellations received up to one week before the start of the event (Wednesday 18 February 2026) will be refunded, minus a £25 administration fee. No refunds can be processed after this date.
Places can be substituted with the prior knowledge and agreement of RCN Events.
Privacy policy
Your data will only be used for the purposes of managing this programme. You can find the RCN Group privacy statement here: www.rcn.org.uk/privacy for further details.
To be enrolled on this accredited course, we will need to share some of your personal data with Agored Cymru, the accrediting body. Please see the which explains the personal data Agored Cymru collects and why.
For the purposes of registration, we will need to create a Unique Learner Number (ULN) for you, and share some of your personal data with the Learning Records Service (LRS), who issue the Unique Learner Numbers. Please see the which explains how the LRS use your personal information.
For further details about the programme please contact:
CPDWales@rcn.org.uk
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Course fees:
£833.33 + VAT per person (£1000 inc. VAT)This fee includes all course materials.
Cancellation policy:
Cancellations received one week before the start of the event will be refunded, minus a £25 administration fee. No refunds can be processed after this date. Places can be substituted with the prior knowledge and agreement of RCN Events.RCN Events take no responsibility for non-refundable travel/accommodation in the case of a changed programme or cancelled event
To make a booking
Closing date for all applications and payments is Friday13 February 2026.Online bookings are the easiest and fastest way to book 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Bookings can be made by phone with payment by credit card/Maestro, by calling: +44 (0)2920 546460. Lines are open from 9.30am - 4.30pm Monday to Friday.
Bookings can also be made via email with a downloaded booking form with credit card details emailed to eventsreg@rcn.org.uk
All bookings will be confirmed in writing.
You will not be registered for this event unless payment accompanies your application. Places cannot be held provisionally.
The RCN reserves the right to refuse any booking at any time.
To pay by invoice
To pay by invoice you must send all of the below to eventsreg@rcn.org.uk
- A copy of the Purchase Order document from your organisation or company (we cannot process your order without it)
- Your Finance department/accounts payable contact email address to receive an electronic copy of the invoice from us
- A completed RCN Events Booking Form for each delegate in the booking.
Once the invoice has been raised, you will then receive confirmation of your delegate booking on the event requested. Invoices are to be paid within 30 days of the invoice being issued.
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