Leadership Link: Evaluation of an Online Leadership Curriculum for Certified Midwives and Certified Nurse ‐Midwives

This study evaluated acceptability and preliminary outcomes of Leadership Link, a scalable online learning program that aims to increase midwives ’ leadership competencies.MethodsThe program evaluation study enrolled early-career midwives (<10 years since certification) into an online leadership curriculum using the LinkedIn Learning platform. The curriculum consisted of 10 courses (approximately 11 hours) of self-paced, non-health care-specific leadership content supplemented with brief midwifery-specific introductions from midwifery leaders. A preprogram, postprogram, and follow-up study design was used to evaluate changes in 16 self-assessed leadership abilities, self-perception as a leader, and resilience. Data were also collected on the application of leadership skills acquired through, and career advancements attributed to, program participation.ResultsA total of 186 individuals activated LinkedIn Learning accounts. Almost half (41.9%) completed the full curriculum. Satisfaction was high, with 83.3% of postprogram survey respondents reporting the program was “probably” or “definitely” worth the time invested. Seventy-six participants (40.9%) provided matched pre- and immediate postprogram survey data on at least some of the 16 self-assessed leadership abilities. All 16 abilities showed statistically significant increases in pre- to postprogram m ean scores, ranging from 6.4% to 32.5%. Both self-perception as a leader and resilience scores significantly incr...
Source: Journal of Midwifery and Women's Health - Category: Midwifery Authors: Tags: Research Article Source Type: research