2025/26 entry applications also open for 2024/25
COPD Leadership Development through Action Learning
Level 6 (undergraduate), 10 Credits
Course aim
To facilitate the development of empowerment and leadership skills in line with current expectations of key personnel in the health and social care services.
Course content
You will study the following topics:
- leadership competencies
- effective team-working
- management of change
- developments in health policy
- NHS politics and power
- empowering others
- recognising own personal leadership strengths
Teaching and learning
The module is intended to provide a comprehensive review of issues surrounding empowerment and clinical leadership. Students will be encouraged to analyse their own leadership behaviour and how this contributes to a learning environment. Students will also be encouraged to take responsibility for developing useful connections with those able to introduce change in the workplace.
There will be two intakes a year, September to December and January to April.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
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Relevant work experience
In order to be considered for Leadership Development through Action Learning you should be currently employed as a health service professional.
How to apply
To apply for this programme, you are required to complete an LJMU CPD application form. You will need to provide details of your qualifications and curent employment.
Assessment
You will be expected to complete a 2,500 word essay.
CPD award
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