PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

The purpose of the LEAD program is to provide M. Louise Fitzpatrick College of Nursing students with tools to enhance their academic education so that they can effectively represent °ÅÀÖÊÓÆµ, the Fitzpatrick College of Nursing and themselves in the workforce as successful nursing professionals.
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At °ÅÀÖÊÓÆµ, we have demonstrated that we prepare students well for their professional field. They are highly sought by recruiters and enjoy a consistently high and successful placement rate. We also want to prepare them for the health care market with the knowledge, social skills and confidence needed to function in the business environment and in professional situations.Ìý
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Our graduates are accountable for their professional growth in order to represent themselves well as °ÅÀÖÊÓÆµ Nurses. We educate students that this is their responsibility and give them opportunities and connections to launch themselves through the LEAD program. First-year students gain a perspective on careers in nursing, professional behavior and expectations, starting in their early interactions, and continue to build on the knowledge and skills over four years.Ìý
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Across all years, students are expected to identify nursing issues and trends impacting health care as well as attend Nursing’s Annual Distinguished Lecture and other events, while being engaged and demonstrating professional behaviors.Ìý