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Leadership Development Programs in Washington, DC or Live Online

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Graduate School USA offers a range of comprehensive leadership development programs to public servants at every level.

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  • New Leader Program

    • IDNLED7300
    • Weekdays only
    • 15 Days
    • Open to beginners

    The New Leader Program (NLP) is a six-month program designed to prepare employees at the GS 7-11 levels for management and leadership positions. The program theme is "Leading Self." The program objectives are to give motivated individuals the confidence and training they need to set and meet personal and professional goals, expand their network, and broaden their experience.

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  • Aspiring Leader Program

    • IDLEAD7210
    • Weekdays only
    • 10 Days
    • Open to beginners

    The Aspiring Leader Program (ALP) is a six-week program designed to prepare employees for leadership and professional growth. Understanding the importance of planning early in one’s career, this program guides participants to develop a strategy for personal leadership and career development. The program has a target audience of GS professionals up to the Grade 7 level, or those who possess an equivalent classification in a wage grade series or in the private sector.

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  • Executive Potential Program

    • IDEPPG8400
    • Weekdays only
    • 20 Days
    • Open to beginners

    The Executive Potential Program (EPP) is a 12-month competency-based leadership development program that provides training and developmental experiences for high-potential executives at the GS 13-15 levels or equivalent. 

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  • Executive Leadership Program

    • IDELPG9000
    • Weekdays only
    • 20 Days
    • Open to beginners

    The Executive Leadership Program (ELP) is a nine-month competency-based leadership development program that provides training and developmental experiences for mid-level employees at the GS-11 to GS-13 levels or equivalent. The program theme is "Leading People." The program objectives are to help participants expand their knowledge, experience, and increase their visibility through a myriad of competency-based developmental activities.

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Upcoming Leadership Development Programs Classes in Washington, DC or Live Online

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August 2025
Experienced Leader Certificate Program
August 27–October 1
Weekdays 9–4:30pm
$2,999
6 Days
Washington, DC or Live Online

Advance your leadership capabilities through targeted training in change management, organizational strategy, and team development. Designed for professionals with five or more years in formal leadership roles.

September 2025
Emerging Leader Certificate Program
September 2–October 2
Weekdays 9–4:30pm
$2,999
6 Days
Washington, DC or Live Online

Build leadership skills to guide teams through change, foster collaboration, and drive results. Best suited for federal professionals stepping into leadership roles.

New/Current Leader Certificate Program
September 3–October 23
Weekdays 9–4:30pm
$2,999
6 Days
Washington, DC or Live Online

Develop leadership skills in change management, team communication, and strategic decision-making.

Experienced Leader Certificate Program
September 4–December 1
Weekdays 9–4:30pm
$2,999
6 Days
Washington, DC or Live Online

Advance your leadership capabilities through targeted training in change management, organizational strategy, and team development. Designed for professionals with five or more years in formal leadership roles.

October 2025
Emerging Leader Certificate Program
October 2–December 3
Weekdays 9–4:30pm
$2,999
6 Days
Washington, DC or Live Online

Build leadership skills to guide teams through change, foster collaboration, and drive results. Best suited for federal professionals stepping into leadership roles.

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