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LEADERSHIP EDUCATION PROGRAMS

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The Benefits of Developing Leadership Skills

When you develop leadership skills, you fast-track your personal and professional growth.

Through the NSLS Leadership Programs, you will master communication, decision-making, and collaboration, setting a solid foundation for success. Investing in leadership courses empowers you to stand out in an increasingly competitive job market and embark on a journey full of self-discovery and advancement.

These online courses work around your schedule, giving you the flexibility you need. You'll work with diverse perspectives and network with like-minded peers, all leading to valuable connections and insights that will last a lifetime.

The NSLS Leadership Programs are not just education. They're the catalyst to unleash your full potential. After completing Foundations of Leadership and reaching Induction, members can continue their professional development with our Advanced & Executive courses.

CERTIFICATE PATHWAY VERSUS CREDIT-RECOMMENDED PATHWAY*

If you're enrolling only for personal growth and professional development, choose the certificate pathway option. If you are interested in earning college credit recommendations, choose the credit-recommended pathway option.

Note: The transferability of coursework completed at The National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS) is at the discretion of the receiving institution or educational institution. Members considering transferring NSLS coursework to any institution should not assume that NSLS credit recommendations, coursework, and/or certificates earned in any NSLS programs will be accepted by the receiving institution.

The NSLS encourages members to seek pre-approval and/or consult the transfer center or registrar's office of the receiving institution prior to enrolling into NSLS programs.

Foundations of Leadership
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Certificate Course (FOL101)
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Learners will gain insights into goal-setting, clarifying their purpose, inclusivity, and engaging in Success Networking Teams.

Upon completion of FOL101, learners will be able to:

  • Create a SMART goal statement.
  • Build future goals related to health, happiness, impact, and career.
  • Track progress towards completing goals.
  • Understand the importance of being an inclusive leader.

At the conclusion of the program, students will become inducted members of the NSLS.

Benefits
  • Certificate of Completion
  • Two digital badges
  • NSLS member benefits
Credit-Recommended Course (FOL102)
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Learners will review prominent leadership styles, identify their strengths as a leader, practice motivating others, and commit to being a socially responsible leader.

Upon completion of FOL102, learners will be able to:

  • Distinguish between different leadership and communication styles
  • Identify a personal leadership style
  • Engage in collaborative problem solving
  • Develop an action plan
Benefits

Everything from FOL101, plus:

  • Digital badge (FOL102)
  • Up to 3 college credit recommendations
Advanced Leadership
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Certificate Course (ADV201)
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Learners explore the NSLS 9 Principles and Behaviors; purpose, passion, goals, values, self-development, intentionality, inclusiveness, positive impact, and inspiring others to action.

Upon completion of ADV201, learners will be able to:

  • Identify their passion, purpose, and values
  • Apply growth mindset and emotional intelligence concepts to leadership strategies.
  • Learn how grit, goals, and resilience are integral to leadership 
  • Explore how to be a more intentionally inclusive leader
Benefits
  • Certificate of Completion
  • Digital badge (ADV201)
  • NSLS member benefits
Credit-Recommended Course (ADV202)
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Learners apply leadership strategies and values to a community-focused team project.

 

Upon completion of ADV202, learners will be able to:

  • Examine challenges using design thinking principles
  • Receive DISC assessment results and learn how to interact with team members based on their DISC styles
  • Practice leading a team and working together on a project that improves the lives of others.
  • Build relationships that will foster professional growth
Benefits

Everything from ADV201, plus:

  • Digital badge (ADV202)
  • Up to 3 college credit recommendations
Executive Leadership
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Certificate Course (EXEC301)
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Learners will follow a multi-step process to demonstrate their leadership skills and commit to personal development. Learners will complete a Better Me: Better World Project.

Upon completion of EXEC301, learners will be able to:

  • Hone their critical analysis skills.
  • Discover how to have their voice heard to enable positive change.

Grow leadership skills and commit to personal development.

Benefits
  • Certificate of Completion
  • Digital badge (EXEC301)
  • NSLS member benefits
Credit-Recommended Course (EXEC302)
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Learners will complete a Better Community: Better World Project. This course will focus on using leadership and project management skills to positively impact the community.

Upon completion of EXEC302, learners will be able to:

  • Make a difference in their community.
  • Gain real-world experience in project management and problem solving.
  • Grasp the importance of mentorship and building a personal network.
Benefits

Everything from EXEC301, plus:

  • Digital badge (EXEC302)
  • Up to 3 college credit recommendations
*Every college handles transfer credits differently. Please check with your advisor to see how many credits would transfer for your institution.
Nicholas Cruz, Broward College, North Campus
Thanks to the NSLS, not only have I reached the Dean's List using the SMART goals, but I've also been able to land a job! ...I've made a lot of great friends along the way.”

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FAQ

Learners are given up to three semesters of time to complete the coursework from the time they first enroll.

Example: If a learner enrolls in Fall 2024, they have until the end of Fall 2025 to complete the course (Fall 2024 -> Spring 2025 -> Fall 2025).

While every learner is unique, a certificate course takes an average of 10 hours of work to complete. A credit recommended course takes an average of 30 hours of work to complete.

Learners must enroll in and complete the Foundations of Leadership FOL102 credit recommended course after they successfully complete the Steps to Induction in FOL101.

Each institution is unique in their own decision-making about transfer credits. Learners should refer to their school’s policy by visiting the “credit transfer” section of the student handbook or registrar’s page on the school website. We also suggest that learners share the course syllabus with the Registrar to see how to get the credit added to their transcript.

Most NSLS members find that completion of these courses is equally valuable for its portfolio development and resume-building opportunities. The educational objectives of these credit courses help learners to showcase their leadership skills in new ways.

Our team is happy to answer any questions. Email education@nsls.org to start the conversation.

*Every college handles transfer credits differently. Please check with your advisor to see how many program credits would transfer for your institution.