Emerging Nurse Leadership

Now Open to All Nurses | The Emerging Nurse Leadership (ENL) program is designed to empower emerging nurse leaders to build their leadership capability.

Date

S1 2026 opening Soon

Mode

Blended

Format

Online modules and tutorials plus a one-day Masterclass

Registration

Registration 2

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)
21 November 2025	In-person Masterclass (Melbourne)
28 November 2025	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.

Module	Topic	Learning Outcomes
1	Fundamentals of leadership & followership	Impact of effective leadership Leadership vs management Compare leadership styles and their use across contexts
2	Strengths of effective leaders	Attributes of effective leaders/followers Emotional intelligence Self-awareness: personality, reflection, growth mindset Goal-setting for confidence & capability
3	Optimising communication	Impact on teams & patient care Verbal & non-verbal techniques Giving feedback, handling conflict & difficult conversations Reflect on personal style
4	Driving human performance	Theories of high-performing teams Performance management vs development Building accountability & engagement
5	Contemporary issues in healthcare	Sustainability challenges (environmental, workforce, economic) Digital innovations and leading their implementation
6	Leading projects	Role of EBP & health informatics in quality improvement Project management basics: terms, cycle, documentation
7	Leading change	Value of change management Core principles & frameworks Connection with projects, communication, and leadership
8	Managing resources	HR: workforce planning, legal & governance Finance: models, essentials, resource optimisation, business cases Operations: ED flow, policy impacts, improvement measures Digital communications in operations & healthcare

2025 Masterclass Details

In Person Masterclass | 21st November, 2025

ANMF Education Centre

535 Elizabeth St, Melbourne VIC 3000

Online Masterclass | 28th November, 2025

Time	Session	Focus & Experience
09:00 – 09:45	Welcome & Introductions	Setting the scene
09:45 – 10:15	Recipe for Inspiring Leadership	Your leadership blueprint
10:15 – 11:00	Leadership, Followership & Communication in Action	Teamwork tested
11:00 – 11:30	Morning Break	—
11:30 – 12:00	Problem Solving & Systems Thinking	Cracking tough challenges
12:00 – 13:00	Change Culture & Storytelling	The power of influence
13:00 – 13:30	Lunch	—
13:30 – 14:45	Serious Play	Leadership through play
14:45 – 15:15	Interdisciplinary Leadership	Leading across boundaries
15:15 – 15:45	Afternoon Break	—
15:45 – 16:15	Leadership Panel & Q&A	Lessons from the front line
16:15 – 16:35	Leadership Intention Setting	Your next step
16:35 – 17:00	Close & Evaluation	Reflect & wrap up

REGISTRATION FEES

AUD $1150.00 (excluding GST).

Can be split into two part-payments of $575 +GST

Alfred Health staff receive a 10% discount for this course. Please email james.cameron@alfred.org.au to request the discount code.

Registration fees include:

Access to all 8 online modules
Enrolment into both virtual tutorials
Enrolment into full day in-person Masterclass, including morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea
Certificate upon completion of all course components

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Cancelled registrations can be transferred to an alternative course or held in credit and used in the next 24 months.

Please note, when you register, you will be agreeing to the following:

Disclaimer: The content of this course is directed at appropriately licensed and trained practitioners. It represents current information about the provision of emergency medical care. It is not intended to replace, and should not be construed as medical advice. Any concerns regarding a medical diagnosis or treatment should not be directed to a medical practitioner.
Course cancellation: In very rare cases, due to clinical demand or other unforeseen, unavoidable reasons, courses may need to be cancelled. In this instance registrants will be advised urgently and will receive a full refund for registration fees.

REFUND POLICY

Substitution

If, after booking an event you are unable to attend, you are welcome to nominate someone else to attend in your place. Please advise substitutions via email so a correct name tag will be available at the registration desk. CPD hours will be allocated to the substitute delegate.

Refunds

Cancellation more than 30 days before the event: 70% refund.
Cancellation less than 30 days: no refund. A credit will be provided and can be used over 24-months from the date of cancellation.
Cancellation must be in writing.

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 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.

Prof de Villiers Smit

Prof de Villiers Smit is an experienced Emergency Physician with a strong interest in clinical research, systems design, quality improvement and patient flow. As Director of Emergency Services at Alfred Health and Director of The Alfred Emergency & Trauma Centre, de Villiers oversees the busiest trauma centre in Australasia and has been instrumental in developing and implementing several care models to improve patient care and experience.

Jessica Cowan

Jessica is a program, project and operational manager who holds a Bachelor of Business. After spending the beginning of her career in the private corporate sector, she has been working in public health for over 9 years in various senior administration, project and operational management roles. Jessica has been instrumental in the development and delivery of multiple large scale projects and programs, supporting clinical teams. Most recently as Program Manager for a state-wide education program for nurses working in urgent (emergency) care, alongside clinical pilot projects and development of new nursing education programs. She now leads the Alfred Emergency Academic Centre and manages multiple teams and programs. Jessica has a particular interest in developing people, team culture and creating engaged, high-performing teams.