Emerging Leader Program for Upcoming Leaders

The hybrid modality features virtual monthly sessions, complemented by in-person meetings. 

Beyond the standard curriculum, the Hybrid Modality collaborates on a project that addresses pressing challenges in the public health laboratory workforce. These projects result in innovative tools, guides and resources designed to strengthen leadership, workforce development and operational excellence across the laboratory community.

Beyond the standard curriculum, the Virtual Modality participants individually complete projects within their respective laboratories and support cohort members’ projects from afar by providing feedback, recommendations and potential insights into similar efforts at their laboratories. 

By the end of the program, participants will have honed their leadership skills, strengthening their proficiency in a wide range of essential competencies, which may include:

• Skills necessary to advance into managerial and supervisory roles
• Mastery in delegation and task management
• Strengthened motivation, teamwork, and collaboration skills
• Effective mentoring and coaching techniques
• Heightened emotional intelligence for effective leadership
• Improved relations and advocacy skills with key individuals
• Advanced proficiency in conflict resolution and problem-solving strategies
• Strategic thinking refined to navigate complex challenges
• Expertise in change management methodologies
• Refined communication skills for impactful leadership
• Proficient resource management techniques
• And an extensive range of additional skills vital for successful leadership

• Attend in-person sessions (hybrid modality only)
• Attend monthly virtual skills-based sessions
• Complete pre-session and post-session assignments
• Participate in an optional virtual peer-to-peer coaching program
• Participate in the Emerging Leader Community of Practice (an online forum)

To be eligible for ELP, you must meet the general eligibility criteria, in addition to the program-specific criteria:

The following resources are available to guide you through the application process:

Applicant Education

• Recording
• Slides (PDF) - Please note that although the slides serve as visual aids, we recommend watching the linked recordings, as additional information is conveyed verbally.
  
• Q&A (PDF)
  

Reference Education

• Recording
• Slides (PDF) - Please note that although the slides serve as visual aids, we recommend watching the linked recordings, as additional information is conveyed verbally.
  
• Q&A (PDF)
  

Application Q&A Sessions

Meet with APHL for a brief 15-minute one-on-one session to ask questions and get guidance on the application.

Schedule a Session

Before You Book

To make the most of your session:

• Review all available application resources
• Prepare specific and concise questions to make the most of your time
• Appointments must be booked at least 48 hours in advance (sessions scheduled with less notice will not be accepted)
  

If no available times work for you, email [email protected] for assistance.

Who Can Attend?

Q&A sessions are open to:

• Applicants (please indicate whether your application status is: Not Started, Drafted, or Final)
• References
• Reviewers

Upon signing up, you'll receive an email confirmation and a Microsoft Teams invite at the email address you provide.