Local Features - http://www.va.gov/VHALEADERSHIPDEVELOPMENT/features/index.asp Listing of local health features. en-us Copyright 2010 VA http://www.va.gov/rss Fri, 06 Dec 2024 08:08:00 Executive Management Fellowship Announcement http://www.va.gov/VHALEADERSHIPDEVELOPMENT/features/Executive_Management_Fellowship_Announcement.asp Thu, 30 May 2024 14:30:00 The Executive Management Fellowship is a program offered through ILEAD to allow employees of the VHA to gain experience related to the delivery of health care services outside of VHA. Read the full story

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templatedata/content/features/data/Executive_Management_Fellowship_Announcement_1717094028773 http://www.va.gov/VHALEADERSHIPDEVELOPMENT/images/emfsmall.jpg Diagram of a colorful circle The Executive Management Fellowship is a program offered through ILEAD to allow employees of the VHA to gain experience related to the delivery of health care services outside of VHA. Executive Management Progam The Executive Management Fellowship is a program offered through ILEAD to allow employees of the VHA to gain experience related to the delivery of health care services outside of VHA.
Award winning learning module widely available http://www.va.gov/VHALEADERSHIPDEVELOPMENT/features/Award_winning_Game_Based_Learning_module_available.asp Wed, 03 Jan 2024 09:34:00 VHA’s Institute for Learning, Education and Development’s game-based learning module STROKE – Keep the Brain Alive in 45 competed for international recognition and won. The training is widely available for free. Read the full story

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templatedata/content/features/data/Award_winning_Game_Based_Learning_module_available_1704293012390 http://www.va.gov/VHALEADERSHIPDEVELOPMENT/images/STROKEsmall.png Main menu screen for the STROKE -Keep the Brain Alive game-based learning module. VHA’s Institute for Learning, Education and Development’s game-based learning module STROKE – Keep the Brain Alive in 45 competed for international recognition and won. The training is widely available for free. Award winning module available VHA’s Institute for Learning, Education and Development’s game-based learning module STROKE – Keep the Brain Alive in 45 competed for international recognition and won. The training is widely available for free.
GHATP 2024 Cohort Launch and 2025 Application http://www.va.gov/VHALEADERSHIPDEVELOPMENT/features/GHATP_2024_Cohort_Launch_and_2025_Application.asp Tue, 05 Dec 2023 11:30:00 The Institute for Learning, Education and Development is pleased to announce that the Graduate Healthcare Administrative Training Program trainee recruitment period is now open. Read the full story

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templatedata/content/features/data/GHATP_2024_Cohort_Launch_and_2025_Application_1701795208798 http://www.va.gov/VHALEADERSHIPDEVELOPMENT/images/leadershipcollagejs.jpg collage of different words describing leadership such as coaching, communication, building consensus The Institute for Learning, Education and Development is pleased to announce that the Graduate Healthcare Administrative Training Program trainee recruitment period is now open. GHATP Trainee Application Open The Institute for Learning, Education and Development is pleased to announce that the Graduate Healthcare Administrative Training Program trainee recruitment period is now open.
Long-COVID webinar features Lessons from Israel http://www.va.gov/VHALEADERSHIPDEVELOPMENT/features/Long_COVID_webinar_continues_Nov_1_with_COVID_19.asp Wed, 25 Oct 2023 13:45:00 The Long-COVID webinar series continues Nov. 1 at 1 p.m. ET. The topic will be "Impact of COVID-19 Vaccines on Long-COVID Related Changes in Quality of Life: Lessons from Israel." Read the full story

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2023 Senior Leader Summit http://www.va.gov/VHALEADERSHIPDEVELOPMENT/features/2023_Senior_Leader_Summit.asp Wed, 27 Sep 2023 08:25:00 In June 2023, the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) held a Senior Leader Summit. This meeting consisted of VHA leadership from across the country, including directors and Central Office leaders. Read the full story

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templatedata/content/features/data/2023_Senior_Leader_Summit_1695817786634 http://www.va.gov/VHALEADERSHIPDEVELOPMENT/images/2023_SeniorLeaderSummit.PNG 2023 Senior Leader Summit In June 2023, the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) held a Senior Leader Summit. This meeting consisted of VHA leadership from across the country, including directors and Central Office leaders. 2023 Senior Leader Summit In June 2023, the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) held a Senior Leader Summit. This meeting consisted of VHA leadership from across the country, including directors and Central Office leaders.
ILEAD video production http://www.va.gov/VHALEADERSHIPDEVELOPMENT/features/ILEAD_video_production.asp Tue, 26 Sep 2023 08:54:00 ILEAD is focused on providing VHA staff with virtual and in-person training, products, services and development opportunities that impact employees in all phases of their career. Read the full story

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VA Gulf War Illness event set for September http://www.va.gov/VHALEADERSHIPDEVELOPMENT/features/VA_Gulf_War_Illness_event_set_for_September.asp Wed, 30 Aug 2023 13:30:00 The VA Research Advisory Committee on Gulf War Veterans’ Illnesses (RACGWVI) will hold a committee meeting Sept. 7-8, as well as a Veteran Engagement Session (VES) Sept. 7 for 1990-91 Gulf War Veterans (GWV). Read the full story

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templatedata/content/features/data/VA_Gulf_War_Illness_event_set_for_September_1693417559199 http://www.va.gov/VHALEADERSHIPDEVELOPMENT/images/Gulfwar.jpg Military personnel marching with the words VA Gulf War Research Advisory Committee on the top. The VA Research Advisory Committee on Gulf War Veterans’ Illnesses (RACGWVI) will hold a committee meeting Sept. 7-8, as well as a Veteran Engagement Session (VES) Sept. 7 for 1990-91 Gulf War Veterans (GWV). Gulf War Advisory Events The VA Research Advisory Committee on Gulf War Veterans’ Illnesses (RACGWVI) will hold a committee meeting Sept. 7-8, as well as a Veteran Engagement Session (VES) Sept. 7 for 1990-91 Gulf War Veterans (GWV).
VHA ILEAD Executive Management Fellowship http://www.va.gov/VHALEADERSHIPDEVELOPMENT/features/VHA_ILEAD_Executive_Management_Fellowship.asp Wed, 31 May 2023 13:25:00 The Institute for Learning, Education and Development (ILEAD) is pleased to announce the Fiscal Year 2024 Executive Management Fellowship (EMF) and external fellowship offered through ILEAD. Read the full story

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Join our Long-COVID webinars http://www.va.gov/VHALEADERSHIPDEVELOPMENT/features/Join_our_Long_COVID_webinars.asp Fri, 17 Mar 2023 10:45:00 The Long-COVID webinar series began in June 2022 to help communicate much of the research coming out regarding these conditions, and the webinar series continues April 5, 2023. Read the full story

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templatedata/content/features/data/Join_our_Long_COVID_webinars_1679064851223 http://www.va.gov/VHALEADERSHIPDEVELOPMENT/images/Article23longcovid.jpg A physician standing next to a colorful x-ray displaying ribs, lung and heart. The Long-COVID webinar series began in June 2022 to help communicate much of the research coming out regarding these conditions, and the webinar series continues April 5, 2023. Join our Long-COVID webinars The Long-COVID webinar series began in June 2022 to help communicate much of the research coming out regarding these conditions, and the webinar series continues April 5, 2023.
ILEAD Game-Based Learning module wins award http://www.va.gov/VHALEADERSHIPDEVELOPMENT/features/ILEAD_Game_Based_Learning_module_wins_internationa.asp Fri, 17 Feb 2023 10:11:00 VHA’s ILEAD’s game-based learning (GBL) module STROKE – Keep the Brain Alive in 45 was named Best Impact Winner at the 2023 International Meeting on Simulation in Healthcare (IMSH). Read the full story

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templatedata/content/features/data/ILEAD_Game_Based_Learning_module_wins_internationa_1676646779434 http://www.va.gov/VHALEADERSHIPDEVELOPMENT/images/strokewinner.jpg Two employees sitting at a desk with game based learning program on computers in front of them. VHA’s ILEAD’s game-based learning (GBL) module STROKE – Keep the Brain Alive in 45 was named Best Impact Winner at the 2023 International Meeting on Simulation in Healthcare (IMSH). ILEAD Module Wins Award VHA’s ILEAD’s game-based learning (GBL) module STROKE – Keep the Brain Alive in 45 was named Best Impact Winner at the 2023 International Meeting on Simulation in Healthcare (IMSH).
VHA Game-based Learning Module Wins Awards http://www.va.gov/VHALEADERSHIPDEVELOPMENT/features/VHA_game_based_learning_module_wins_two_awards_at.asp Fri, 06 Jan 2023 11:00:00 ILEAD's Virtual Reality Simulated Delirium Environment (VRSDE) for Geriatrics and Extended Care, win the Innovation and People’s Choice Awards at the Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation and Education Conference. Read the full story

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templatedata/content/features/data/VHA_game_based_learning_module_wins_two_awards_at_1673017400879 http://www.va.gov/VHALEADERSHIPDEVELOPMENT/images/gamebasedJS.jpg Two women trying out virtual reality headsets while a man talks them through the demonstration. ILEAD's Virtual Reality Simulated Delirium Environment (VRSDE) for Geriatrics and Extended Care, win the Innovation and People’s Choice Awards at the Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation and Education Conference. Game-based Learning Wins Award ILEAD's Virtual Reality Simulated Delirium Environment (VRSDE) for Geriatrics and Extended Care, win the Innovation and People’s Choice Awards at the Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation and Education Conference.
GHATP Trainee Application Now Open http://www.va.gov/VHALEADERSHIPDEVELOPMENT/features/GHATP_Trainee_Application_Now_Open.asp Mon, 12 Dec 2022 15:00:00 The Institute for Learning, Education and Development (ILEAD) is pleased to announce that the Graduate Healthcare Administrative Training Program (GHATP) trainee recruitment period is now open. Read the full story

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templatedata/content/features/data/GHATP_Trainee_Application_Now_Open_1670876736622 http://www.va.gov/VHALEADERSHIPDEVELOPMENT/images/GHATPhighlight.jpg pen and paper asking to check yes or no if you are interested in medical administration The Institute for Learning, Education and Development (ILEAD) is pleased to announce that the Graduate Healthcare Administrative Training Program (GHATP) trainee recruitment period is now open. GHATP Trainee Application Open The Institute for Learning, Education and Development (ILEAD) is pleased to announce that the Graduate Healthcare Administrative Training Program (GHATP) trainee recruitment period is now open.
Game-Based Learning Modules to Compete for Awards http://www.va.gov/VHALEADERSHIPDEVELOPMENT/features/Game_Based_Learning_Modules_to_Compete_for_Awards.asp Thu, 17 Nov 2022 16:30:00 The Institute for Learning, Education and Development (ILEAD) developed two game-based learning (GBL) training modules that were recently selected to compete for various educational awards at two separate conferences. Read the full story

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templatedata/content/features/data/Game_Based_Learning_Modules_to_Compete_for_Awards_1668719761663 http://www.va.gov/VHALEADERSHIPDEVELOPMENT/images/GameBasedLearning180.jpg Video game medical personnel helping a patient bedside and putting a patient in a machine along with a main menu of the video game. The Institute for Learning, Education and Development (ILEAD) developed two game-based learning (GBL) training modules that were recently selected to compete for various educational awards at two separate conferences. Game-based Learning Competes The Institute for Learning, Education and Development (ILEAD) developed two game-based learning (GBL) training modules that were recently selected to compete for various educational awards at two separate conferences.
ILEAD- VHA's Learning and Development Organization http://www.va.gov/VHALEADERSHIPDEVELOPMENT/features/ILEAD_VHA_s_Learning_and_Development_Organization.asp Fri, 04 Nov 2022 13:15:00 The Institute for Learning, Education and Development (ILEAD) has officially launched as a new and enhanced education program office in VHA, from the reorganization of the legacy VHA EES and legacy HLTI. Read the full story

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templatedata/content/features/data/ILEAD_VHA_s_Learning_and_Development_Organization_1667582405813 http://www.va.gov/VHALEADERSHIPDEVELOPMENT/images/ILEAD180x130.jpg ILEAD graphic with text reading Institute for Learning, Education and Development, Delivering Exceptional Learning, Education and Development to Every VHA Employee Throughout their Career The Institute for Learning, Education and Development (ILEAD) has officially launched as a new and enhanced education program office in VHA, from the reorganization of the legacy VHA EES and legacy HLTI. ILEAD to help guide employees The Institute for Learning, Education and Development (ILEAD) has officially launched as a new and enhanced education program office in VHA, from the reorganization of the legacy VHA EES and legacy HLTI.
Bystander Intervention Training for Veterans http://www.va.gov/VHALEADERSHIPDEVELOPMENT/features/Bystander_Intervention_Training_for_Veterans.asp Thu, 03 Nov 2022 12:00:00 As part of a commitment to maintaining a safe, respectful and welcoming environment in every VA facility, VA is pleased to announce the release of Bystander Intervention Training for Veterans. Read the full story

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ILEAD Supports National Health Efforts http://www.va.gov/VHALEADERSHIPDEVELOPMENT/features/ILEAD_Supports_National_Health_Efforts.asp Fri, 30 Sep 2022 14:00:00 A wide variety of ILEAD employees provided over 327,000 hours of accredited training hours to VHA staff to support national efforts regarding Whole Health foundational training, for both clinical and non-clinical staff. Read the full story

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templatedata/content/features/data/ILEAD_Supports_National_Health_Efforts_1668622980211 http://www.va.gov/VHALEADERSHIPDEVELOPMENT/images/wholehealthsmall.png Image of the Circle of Health that lists the four key elements which are me, self care, professional care and community. A wide variety of ILEAD employees provided over 327,000 hours of accredited training hours to VHA staff to support national efforts regarding Whole Health foundational training, for both clinical and non-clinical staff. Accredited Training Provide A wide variety of ILEAD employees provided over 327,000 hours of accredited training hours to VHA staff to support national efforts regarding Whole Health foundational training, for both clinical and non-clinical staff.
Level I Military Environmental Exposures Training http://www.va.gov/VHALEADERSHIPDEVELOPMENT/features/Level_I_Military_Environmental_Exposures.asp Wed, 10 Aug 2022 13:00:00 To better train those who care for Veterans, VA has partnered with the American College of Preventive Medicine, or ACPM, to offer Level I Certification in Military Environmental Exposures. Read the full story

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templatedata/content/features/data/Level_I_Military_Environmental_Exposures_1668616682921 http://www.va.gov/VHALEADERSHIPDEVELOPMENT/images/provider_patients.png Patient and provider looking at a computer tablet. To better train those who care for Veterans, VA has partnered with the American College of Preventive Medicine, or ACPM, to offer Level I Certification in Military Environmental Exposures. Exposures Training To better train those who care for Veterans, VA has partnered with the American College of Preventive Medicine, or ACPM, to offer Level I Certification in Military Environmental Exposures.
HLTI Recognized by SecVA with award http://www.va.gov/VHALEADERSHIPDEVELOPMENT/features/HLTI_Recognized_by_SecVA_with_award.asp Tue, 11 Jan 2022 13:30:00 The Healthcare Leadership Talent Institute (HLTI) has been recognized by the Sec. of Veterans Affairs, Denis McDonough, as one of the top scoring sites in the nation on this year’s All Employee Survey (AES)! Read the full story

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Supervisor Ready Class of 2022 Selectees Announced http://www.va.gov/VHALEADERSHIPDEVELOPMENT/features/Supervisor_Ready_Class_of_2022_Selectees_Announced.asp Tue, 11 Jan 2022 12:35:00 The Healthcare Leadership Talent Institute’s (HLTI) recently announced the 400 selectees for the Supervisor Ready Class of 2022. The 2022 class was chosen from a large pool of over 1,300 candidates. Read the full story

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templatedata/content/features/data/Supervisor_Ready_Class_of_2022_Selectees_Announced_1641923067143 http://www.va.gov/VHALEADERSHIPDEVELOPMENT/images/SupervisorReady180.jpg Supervisor Ready program graphic The Healthcare Leadership Talent Institute’s (HLTI) recently announced the 400 selectees for the Supervisor Ready Class of 2022. The 2022 class was chosen from a large pool of over 1,300 candidates. Supervisor Ready selectees The Healthcare Leadership Talent Institute’s (HLTI) recently announced the 400 selectees for the Supervisor Ready Class of 2022. The 2022 class was chosen from a large pool of over 1,300 candidates.
Looking to Grow in 2022? http://www.va.gov/VHALEADERSHIPDEVELOPMENT/features/Looking_to_Grow_in_2022.asp Tue, 14 Dec 2021 08:00:00 The Healthcare Leadership Training Institute (HLTI) and partners are offering several development opportunities in 2022 for VHA employees of all levels looking to grow and develop as leaders. Read the full story

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templatedata/content/features/data/Looking_to_Grow_in_2022_1642692733297 http://www.va.gov/VHALEADERSHIPDEVELOPMENT/images/GrowingPlant_180x130.jpg An image of plants growing. The Healthcare Leadership Training Institute (HLTI) and partners are offering several development opportunities in 2022 for VHA employees of all levels looking to grow and develop as leaders. Looking to Grow in 2022? The Healthcare Leadership Training Institute (HLTI) and partners are offering several development opportunities in 2022 for VHA employees of all levels looking to grow and develop as leaders.
HCLDP: App Portal Open 3/23-4/13, 2022 http://www.va.gov/VHALEADERSHIPDEVELOPMENT/features/HCLDP_App_Portal_Open.asp Fri, 03 Dec 2021 08:00:00 The Healthcare Leadership Talent Institute (HLTI) is accepting applications for the VHA Health Care Leadership Development Program (HCLDP) Class of 2023 from March 23 – April 13, 2022 at 5 p.m. ET. Read the full story

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templatedata/content/features/data/HCLDP_App_Portal_Open_1642690540143 http://www.va.gov/VHALEADERSHIPDEVELOPMENT/images/HCLDP_180x130.jpg Health Care Leadership Development Program graphic The Healthcare Leadership Talent Institute (HLTI) is accepting applications for the VHA Health Care Leadership Development Program (HCLDP) Class of 2023 from March 23 – April 13, 2022 at 5 p.m. ET. HCLDP: App Portal Open The Healthcare Leadership Talent Institute (HLTI) is accepting applications for the VHA Health Care Leadership Development Program (HCLDP) Class of 2023 from March 23 – April 13, 2022 at 5 p.m. ET.
Congratulations Graduates of SESCDP Class of 2021 http://www.va.gov/VHALEADERSHIPDEVELOPMENT/features/Congratulations_Graduates_of_SESCDP_Class_of_2021.asp Thu, 28 Oct 2021 08:00:00 The Healthcare Leadership Talent Institute in collaboration with VA’s Human Capital Services Center is pleased to announce the graduating class of the 2021 Senior Executive Service Candidate Development Program. Read the full story

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templatedata/content/features/data/Congratulations_Graduates_of_SESCDP_Class_of_2021_1643400367137 http://www.va.gov/VHALEADERSHIPDEVELOPMENT/images/Graduation180.jpg Congratulations class of 2021 graduates graphic The Healthcare Leadership Talent Institute in collaboration with VA’s Human Capital Services Center is pleased to announce the graduating class of the 2021 Senior Executive Service Candidate Development Program. Congrats SESCDP class of 2021 The Healthcare Leadership Talent Institute in collaboration with VA’s Human Capital Services Center is pleased to announce the graduating class of the 2021 Senior Executive Service Candidate Development Program.