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Stanford APP Leadership Certificate Program – Applications Open for 2026 Cohort

The Stanford School of Medicine is currently recruiting for the 2026 cohort of its Advanced Practice Provider Leadership Certificate Program, a fully virtual leadership development program created specifically for Advanced Practice Providers seeking to strengthen their leadership skills and expand their impact within today’s evolving healthcare environments.

Designed for nurse practitioners and physician associates/assistants across clinical and administrative settings, the program combines:

  • Live virtual learning sessions
  • Self-paced educational modules
  • Executive coaching
  • Leadership assessments
  • Practical leadership training focused on real-world healthcare challenges

Key program topics include:

  • Communication and influence
  • Team dynamics and collaboration
  • Emotional intelligence
  • Strategic decision-making
  • Leadership development
  • The business of medicine and healthcare operations

Participants also receive personalized coaching and leadership assessments to support their professional and organizational growth.

This program may be especially valuable for APP leaders, emerging leaders, residency and fellowship faculty, program administrators, and clinicians interested in expanding their leadership capabilities within increasingly complex healthcare systems.

For additional information about the program, curriculum, and application details, visit:
Stanford Advanced Practice Provider Leadership Certificate Program