vcc.ca
NURS 3261: Leadership in Nursing
Effective date
January 2026
Department
Baccalaureate Nursing
School
Health Sciences
Description
This course offers students the opportunity to advance their knowledge regarding nursing leadership and how nursing leadership plays a vital role in the future of nursing and the delivery of health care. Students will develop skills and knowledge regarding coordination and influencing change, within the context of nursing care. Students will consider and develop their personal philosophy of leadership, considering factors such as advocacy, quality improvement, cultural safety, relational leadership, the role of communication and collaboration in nursing leadership and the role and function of the interdisciplinary team.
Credits
2.0
Year of study
3rd Year Post-secondary
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
NURS 3263, NURS 3264, NURS 3252 (taken prior to or concurrently).
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Articulate their philosophy of leadership
- Implement leadership behaviors that reflect their values
- Discuss future trends influencing nursing practice
- Appeal to others to share their vision
- Seek opportunities to strengthen their leadership skills
- Describe strategies to deal with conflict generated by change
- Challenge others to try new approaches
- Identify nursing responsibilities related to assignment and delegation between registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and unregulated care providers
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 30
Total Hours: 30
Total Hours: 30
Instructional Strategies
This course is delivered in the classroom using large group discussions, small group application activities, and case studies. Active participation is a foundation of professional practice, critical thinking and capacity building.
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Passing grade
C
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Assignments |
25 |
In class or written assignment |
|
Assignments |
25 |
In class or written assignment |
|
Assignments |
25 |
In class or written assignment |
|
Assignments |
25 |
In class or written assignment |
Course topics
- - The Nature of Leadership - New Approaches to Leadership - Commitment to Change - Modeling the Way - Lifelong Leadership
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/. - To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.