Now welcoming nurses from all specialties – Not limited to emergency.
From nurse to leader: Gain practical tools to advance your nursing career
No matter where you work, on a general ward, in community care, or the emergency department, the Emerging Nurse Leadership (ENL) program is designed to support nurses from all backgrounds.
If you're feeling stuck and unsure how to take the next step, or already in a leadership role and ready to grow, ENL provides the practical tools, structured guidance, and real-world insights to help you break through barriers and reach your full potential.
We’re offering a unique opportunity for nurses who are ready for a new challenge but don’t know where to start. This program will give you the leadership skills and real-world insights needed to elevate your career.
You’ll gain practical experience through interactive learning, led by experienced nurse leaders and managers. You can progress at your own pace while gaining the confidence and skills to take charge in your department.
What you'll experience throughout the course to unlock your leadership potential:
Eight engaging, self-paced online modules: Covering core leadership concepts through dynamic, evidence-informed content.
Two interactive virtual tutorials: Facilitated small-group sessions designed to consolidate learning and encourage peer collaboration.
A transformative masterclass: Offering immersive, hands-on learning with direct access to faculty and practical leadership development activities.
Integrated knowledge checks throughout the program: Designed to reinforce key concepts and support immediate application in clinical practice.
Ongoing faculty guidance: Including opportunities for personalised guidance from experienced leaders in the field.
Program Schedule – Semester 2, 2025
1 September 2025 | Course commencement and access to online modules |
30 September 2025 | Tutorial 1 (4:00 PM – 6:00 PM AEDT) |
30 October 2025 | Tutorial 2 (4:00 PM – 6:00 PM AEDT) |
14 November 2025 | In-person Masterclass (Melbourne) |
Date TBC | Online Masterclass (for remote participants) |
All dates subject to change
Masterclass Options:
We highly recommend attending the in-person Masterclass in Melbourne for the most immersive experience, featuring extended content, access to more faculty, and invaluable networking opportunities with peers and leaders.
Can’t make it to Melbourne? Our interactive virtual option still offers a rich, high-quality experience so you can engage with key content and specialist faculty from anywhere in the world.
Emma Saddington
Currently the Senior Nursing Advisor for Safer Care Victoria, Emma is a critical care trained registered nurse with an extensive educational background. She holds a Bachelor of Science specialising in Disability Studies, followed by a Bachelor of Nursing, Masters in Nursing, Masters of Public Health, and Masters of Health Administration. With over two decades of experience, Emma has worked in various healthcare settings, including large tertiary metropolitan and community-based hospitals, specialising in emergency and trauma care. As a strong advocate for emergency nursing globally, Emma focuses on workforce retention, capacity and capability development, and health system collaboration. She emphasises collaboration and partnership to ensure sustainability in healthcare delivery. Emma's leadership extends beyond clinical platforms to support system and service reviews, particularly in leadership training and development. Passionate about shaping the future of healthcare, Emma emphasises succession planning and interdisciplinary team development. She actively engages in public health campaigns, extending healthcare beyond hospital walls to empower local communities and consumers.
Lisa Braithwaite
Lisa Braithwaite was endorsed an Emergency Nurse Practitioner in 2016 and has over 20 years emergency nursing experience. Lisa has worked in several clinical, leadership and education roles including leading the Masters of Emergency Nursing degree with university partners and developing local education programs to support new nurses in emergency nursing. Lisa has an interest in developing others and enjoys mentoring medical and nursing colleagues in clinical skills and leadership capabilities. She is also involved in strategic planning for Alfred Health’s nursing capability framework and leadership development pathways for the nursing workforce.
Kate Settle
Kate Settle is a Critical Care Registered Nurse who holds a Masters in Health Administration and her experience in clinical leadership is driven by a passion for emergency care. Currently working as the Nurse Manager, Quality and Risk, at Alfred Health Emergency, Australia, Kate is passionate about supporting high quality care through reviewing systems, processes, quality and performance data and evidence-based practice. With extensive experience working in Victoria’s two level one trauma centres and as a ward based Cardiac Nurse, Kate understands the transition from clinical expert to leader and is dedicated to learning, as well as enthusiastic about mentorship and coaching members of her team. Kate has an interest in research and her current project is related to the understanding and prevention of occupational violence and aggression in the Emergency Department setting.
