NHS Leadership Academy
Mary Seacole programme
8 Dec 2026 – 25 May 2027 · 100 hours of online study plus three full-day virtual workshops; minimum five hours of study per week. · Online
An assessed leadership programme for first-time healthcare leaders, combining online study with practical behavioural workshops.
First-time leaders in healthcare in a formal leadership role with responsibility for people and services.
What you learn
Leadership fundamentals, leading for improvement, finance, recruitment, HR and appraisals.
Things to know
Before the day
A formal healthcare leadership role and the ability to relate learning to the workplace.
Certificate
NHS Leadership Academy Award in Healthcare Leadership after online participation, all three workshops and a 2,000-word applied leadership assignment.
The fee includes
Three workshops and access to the virtual campus.
Study leave
Your trust or deanery approves study leave and funding, so ask before you book.
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Frequently asked
- Who is Mary Seacole programme for?
- First-time leaders in healthcare in a formal leadership role with responsibility for people and services.
- How much does Mary Seacole programme cost?
- Fee: £995.
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Checked against NHS Leadership Academy’s pages · updated 20 Oct 2026