Certificate in Positive Veterinary Leadership
To develop positive leadership skills that support thriving, high-performing veterinary teams and organizations.
Program Description
This highly interactive, cohort-style program will introduce participants to the art & science of positive veterinary leadership. Students will gain a deep understanding of the art & science of positive veterinary leadership and the actions, behaviors, and skills that create thriving, high-performing veterinary teams. The program leverages adult learning modalities including didactic, practicum, application, and support elements. Students will learn evidence-based concepts, practice skills in class, apply skills and knowledge “in the real world,” and receive extensive expert support along the way.
Learning Objectives
Learning Objectives:
Develop a deep understanding of positive leadership
Learn the basics of positive conflict management
Assess current positive leadership skillset
Enhance and apply the six core skills of positive leadership
Craft a plan for sustainable leadership
Build a plan for continuous positive leadership development
Course Format
The course begins with a welcome email introducing you to the course and our Learning Management System, Ruzuku. In Ruzuku, you’ll have access to our shared learning space where you can introduce yourself to your cohort and instructor, complete your first leadership assessment, access the course scheduled elements, and view additional resources.
Shortly after, our module class cadence will begin. To maximize learning, engaged students may anticipate spending between 2-4 hours per module on the program. Leveraging our small-bite, big-impact educational approach, each of the 8 course modules will include:
Brief, “On-Your-Own” pre-work in Ruzuku: This may include short videos or articles, or chapter assignments to read before class.
Small-Bite, Live Virtual Classes: Each module includes a 35-minute live lecture where we'll explore and play with specific positive leadership skills. Classes are recorded to accommodate those who cannot attend live and include an option 25-minute Q&A after the lecture.
Your Real-World Leadership Challenges: We’ll ask you to practice the skills we teach in “the real world.”
Leadership Challenge Tracker: After practicing your new skills in “the real world” you’ll report back through the Flourish Challenge Tracker what you did, what you learned, and the impact you had. We will remove names from responses. The anonymized Tracker will be shared with your cohort colleagues to provide opportunities to learn from each other and identify unique ways to apply your skills.
Live "Ask the Expert" Office Hours: Connect virtually with your instructor and cohort classmates to discuss real-world application of the leadership concepts in your unique workplace.
"Mandatory" Coaching Sessions: For those seeking RACE credit, 1 group and 1 private leadership coaching session will need to be completed during the program.
Community Connection and Co-Learning: Your Ruzuku course space will include community elements to connect digitally with your instructor and cohort colleagues. In this way, the learning will continue at your own pace between live classes, mandatory coaching sessions, and Ask the Expert hours.
AAVSB RACE APPROVED
This Non-Medical program has been approved by the AAVSB RACE to offer a total of 20.00 CE Credits (20.00 max) being available to any one veterinarian and/or 20.00 Veterinary Technician CE Credits (20.00 max). This RACE approval is for the subject matter categories of Non-Medical using the delivery method of Interactive-Distance.
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 12 hours of CE credit.)
