Leadership Development for Simulation Educators
This program is designed for mid-career simulation nurse educators who are ready to expand their influence and take on leadership roles in the field of simulation. Participants focus on maximizing their leadership potential to advance simulation initiatives in nursing education and practice.
Participants will focus on strengthening their simulation programs, developing the skills needed to effectively operate and manage simulation centers, and engaging in scholarly activities that contribute to the advancement of the field. The program emphasizes leadership development and encourages active participation in regional, national, and global simulation initiatives to promote broader impact and visibility. Over the course of this year-long experience, participants will build a strong professional network, collaborate with peers and simulation leader alumni, and gain the tools needed to shape the future of simulation in nursing education and practice.
Objectives:
- Examine key issues in the design, development, use, and integration of simulation in nursing education
- Discuss the simulation initiatives of major national and international organizations
- Work on a group project that creates or expands simulation content for the web-based Simulation Innovation Resource Center (SIRC)
- Create a three-year focused career development plan
- Implement an individual plan for leadership development
Program Includes:
- Participation in a program orientation meeting**
- Seven Simulation Innovation Resource Center (SIRC) courses
- Access to the NLN Leadership Webinar Series
- Executive coaching sessions
- NLN Simulation Leadership monthly group meetings
- Attending an Intensive Leadership Retreat**
- Attending the NLN Education Summit**
**Participants are responsible for travel, lodging costs and Summit registration.
Director: Kellie Bryant DNP, WHNP, CHSE, FSSH, FAAN
Director for the Center for Innovation in Education Excellence
Program Session: January 1 - December 31, 2026
Tuition: $4,250 – NLN Members; $4,750* – Non-members*
* Become a member today for instant savings on program tuition
Application Cycle: April 15 - October 6, 2025
Application Link: Apply Here
Who Should Apply?
This program is designed for the experienced simulation nurse educator who wants to assume a leadership role in simulation. The program is limited to 20 participants.
Admission:
Candidates will be selected based on professional achievement, organizational responsibility, and quality of application responses. A letter of support from a supervisor is required.
2025 Leadership Development for Simulation Educators participants' roster