Introduction to Positive Veterinary Leadership
To develop positive leadership skills that cultivate energized, thriving, and high-performing veterinary teams and organizations.
Program Description
Based on Josh Vaisman’s book, “Lead to Thrive: The Science of Crafting a Positive Veterinary Culture”, this on-demand program will introduce participants to the art & science of positive veterinary leadership. By way of small-bite modules, students will be introduced to the environmental elements leaders can cultivate to create thriving, high-performing veterinary teams. Students will learn evidence-based leadership concepts and some simple tools to apply skills and knowledge “in the real world”. This 10-module program is self-paced and includes brief quizzes to assess student learning.
If you are interested in a more intensive exploration of veterinary resilience, consider enrolling in the next iteration of the Positive Leadership Masterclass! Our Masterclasses are eight-month, highly interactive, cohort-style programs that can help you master the skills of veterinary wellbeing.
Learning Objectives
Develop an introductory understanding of positive leadership
Explain the evidence-based case for positive leadership in veterinary medicine
Understand the 6 core elements of positive leadership
Apply, at an introductory level, the six core skills of positive leadership
Build a plan for continuous positive leadership development
Course Format
This is an on-demand program comprised of 10 pre-recorded modules accessible via an online learning platform (Ruzuku). Each module concludes with a brief quiz students must pass to access the next module. Each video is less than 30 minutes, and the entire course duration is approximately two hours. You'll have a full year to watch the videos and complete the course.
AAVSB RACE CONTINUING EDUCATION
This program has been approved for 3.00 hours of continuing education credit in jurisdictions which recognize RACE approval.
VHMA CVPM APPROVED
This program is applicable toward the continuing education requirement for the Certified Veterinary Practice Manager (CVPM) program offered by the Veterinary Hospital Manager's Association (VHMA). (Up to 3 hours of CE credit.)
