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How you will learn
The programme, which has had one previous cohort, is currently undergoing a refresh. This is to ensure content and the delivery model best supports aspirant chairs to prepare for the challenges of the role in the current health and care landscape whilst making the best use of technology.
Delivery of the programme:
- This programme starts with a face to face 3 days residential welcome and module one workshop in London or Leeds on May 19 to May 21, 2026, bringing together all participants along with guest speakers and the facilitation team who will support you on the journey throughout the programme.
- The programme has 6 modules which will be face to face in London or Leeds.
- At the end of the programme a learning summit event will conclude participants journey and provide a final networking opportunity.
- Content and knowledge is also delivered online through a virtual campus, using a mix of material including videos, interviews, articles and reports. You have the flexibility to access this at a time that suits you.
- There will be 6 face-to-face or virtual, bi-monthly, smaller praxis groups, where you will work with facilitators and fellow participants to share perspectives and undertake board level scenarios.
- You will be asked to identify areas for development which are particularly relevant to you and demonstrate the progress you need to make to be an effective and transformational Chair.
- Mentoring will also be a key part of your journey. You will be mentored by an experienced chair.
Recruitment and selection:
- The application window is from December 15, 2025 to January 23, 2026 at 12 noon
- A virtual one-hour assessment and interview will take place for shortlisted candidates from March 2 to March 12, 2026.
Programme costs
For those working within health and care provider organisations, the programme is fully funded by NHS England.
Key benefits
You will:
- develop a strong and sustaining network of colleagues aspiring to chair roles and receive mentorship from experienced chairs
- develop clear understanding of responsibilities and effective transition into the chair role, including chairing boards which are tackling significant demand, productivity, systems working and improvement challenges
- develop critical awareness of your personal approach to leadership: style, impact, behaviours, attitudes, readiness for change, biases, blind spots and attitude to diversity
- understand your role in creating a productive and inclusive culture for staff, irrespective of their background
Cohort information
We will be recruiting for one cohort to commence on May 19 2026 with up to 40 participants.
A 100 percent attendance of all elements is a condition of accepting a place on the programme. For further information please email [email protected]