{"id":44293,"date":"2025-03-17T15:55:34","date_gmt":"2025-03-17T19:55:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ourpublicservice.org\/?post_type=pps_course&#038;p=44293"},"modified":"2025-11-14T13:24:49","modified_gmt":"2025-11-14T18:24:49","slug":"foundations-in-public-service-leadership-program_state-local","status":"publish","type":"pps_course","link":"https:\/\/ourpublicservice.org\/course\/foundations-in-public-service-leadership-program_state-local\/","title":{"rendered":"Foundations in Public Service Leadership Program"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-pps-gutenberg-blocks-full-width-column pps-full-width-column\" style=\"background-color:#f3f3f4\" data-bg-type=\"color\" data-bg-color=\"#f3f3f4\" data-bg-color-opacity=\"100\" data-bg-overlay-color-opacity=\"100\"><div class=\"pps-overlay\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-sign-up-for-email-updates-to-learn-more-about-our-foundations-in-public-service-leadership-program\">Sign up for email updates to learn more about our Foundations in Public Service Leadership Program<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<script>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\twindow.hsFormsOnReady = window.hsFormsOnReady || [];\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\twindow.hsFormsOnReady.push(()=>{\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\thbspt.forms.create({\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tportalId: 20703688,\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tformId: \"64e54f47-bdf4-46c7-a5f2-2b304fb0a4fc\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\ttarget: \"#hbspt-form-1766480852000-6018806744\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tregion: \"\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t})});\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/script>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"hbspt-form\" id=\"hbspt-form-1766480852000-6018806744\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pps-gutenberg-blocks-anchor anchor\" id=\"program-structure\" data-anchor-name=\"Program Structure\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pps-gutenberg-blocks-full-width-column pps-full-width-column\" data-bg-type=\"color\" data-bg-color-opacity=\"100\" data-bg-overlay-color-opacity=\"100\"><div class=\"pps-overlay\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:75%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"program-structure\">Program Structure<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">The program includes nine half-day virtual sessions conducted via <strong>Zoom for Government<\/strong> over the course of six months. Each session is four hours long from 1\u20135 p.m. Eastern Time.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The program also includes a one-hour virtual orientation and kickoff session on February 24, 2026 from 1\u20132 p.m. EST.<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During virtual classroom sessions, experienced instructors facilitate engaging conversations, share best practices on key course concepts, and form peer groups to encourage accountability. Guest speakers with extensive government and private sector expertise provide real-world perspectives on overcoming public sector leadership challenges. \u202f&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Our\u202fclassroom lessons are reinforced through multiple\u202factivities, including:\u202f&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"font-size:18px\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Executive coaching:&nbsp;<\/strong>You&nbsp;will be paired with an&nbsp;executive&nbsp;coach for two&nbsp;one-hour sessions.&nbsp;This&nbsp;is&nbsp;an opportunity to&nbsp;discuss&nbsp;your&nbsp;individual development based on results from&nbsp;your&nbsp;personal 360 leadership assessment and address your current workplace challenges.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Accountability groups:<\/strong>&nbsp;You&nbsp;will workshop ideas and share best practices during in-class group&nbsp;break-out discussions and in between sessions.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Session pre-work:<\/strong>&nbsp;Prior to each session, you&nbsp;will be required to&nbsp;read articles and watch&nbsp;videos&nbsp;related to the upcoming session.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">The classroom sessions, combined with pre-work between sessions and one-on-one coaching, total 36 hours of coursework. You are expected to prepare for and attend every session.\u202f&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Prior to applying to the program, please review the program schedule and confirm your availability for the one-hour orientation and kickoff session and nine half-day sessions.\u202f&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-topic-1-nbsp-becoming-self-aware-nbsp-nbsp\">Topic 1:&nbsp;Becoming Self-Aware&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Session 1: March 3, 2026<br><strong>Understanding\u00a0Yourself\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"font-size:18px\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Understand program components&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Get to know cohort participants&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Explore and define your core values as a leader&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Session 2: March 24, 2026<br><strong>Recognizing\u00a0Your Impact\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"font-size:18px\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Identify&nbsp;how&nbsp;your&nbsp;decisions, emotions, and communications impact&nbsp;your&nbsp;team(s)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Change&nbsp;behaviors that negatively impact&nbsp;your&nbsp;team(s)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-topic-2-engaging-others-nbsp-nbsp\">Topic 2: Engaging Others&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Session 3: April 7, 2026<br><strong>Cultivating Your Team Culture<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"font-size:18px\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Understand key elements to build trust with others&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Learn strategies to create a welcoming environment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Session 4: April 21, 2026<br><strong>Enhancing Your Team Norms<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"font-size:18px\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Understand how to elevate collaboration in a hybrid work environment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Navigate conflict and feedback within your team<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-topic-nbsp-3-leading-change-nbsp\">Topic&nbsp;3: Leading Change&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Session 5: May 5, 2026<br><strong>Navigating the System<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"font-size:18px\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Identify how to engage stakeholders in your system<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Develop strategies to influence positive outcomes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Session 6: May 19, 2026<br><strong>Experiencing Change<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"font-size:18px\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Understand strategies that support the adoption of change<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Establish measures of accountability for yourself and your team<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-topic-nbsp-4-achieving-results-nbsp\">Topic&nbsp;4: Achieving Results&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Session 7: June 2, 2026<br><strong>Creating Change<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"font-size:18px\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Foster an innovative culture for your team<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Understand change management principles to increase buy-in<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Session 8: June 23, 2026<br><strong>Embracing Change<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"font-size:18px\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Understand how to leverage technology in accomplishing team goals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Apply a data-driven process to make evidence-based decisions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Identify strategies for adapting in evolving environments<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-synthesis-and-nbsp-reflection\">Synthesis and&nbsp;Reflection<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Session 9: July 7, 2026<br><strong>Synthesis\u00a0and Reflection<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"font-size:18px\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Develop strategies&nbsp;for&nbsp;applying lessons learned&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reemphasize&nbsp;your&nbsp;commitment to public service&nbsp;and stewardship of public trust<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pps-gutenberg-blocks-full-width-column pps-full-width-column\" style=\"background-color:#00827E\" data-bg-type=\"color\" data-bg-color=\"#00827E\" data-bg-color-opacity=\"100\" data-bg-overlay-color-opacity=\"100\"><div class=\"pps-overlay\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 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my career.\u202f It has changed my approach to leadership, and it\u2019s changed my perception on matching my individual values to the work that I do.&#8221;&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-484fe251da8d754876a034583f15da91\">\u2014Former Participant<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-7736b8cbb62a411621c22850063ccec7\" id=\"h-the-program-gave-me-a-chance-to-reflect-on-my-core-values-learn-additional-tools-to-help-build-relationships-with-colleagues-and-gain-a-newfound-appreciation-for-my-organization-s-leadership-nbsp\"><strong>\u201cThe program gave me a chance to reflect on my core values, learn additional tools to help build relationships with colleagues, and gain a newfound appreciation for my organization\u2019s leadership.\u201d&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-17e1ac0a81b6698756ae39db08ee06af\">\u2014Former Participant<br><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pps-gutenberg-blocks-full-width-column pps-full-width-column pb-0\" data-bg-type=\"color\" data-bg-color-opacity=\"100\" data-bg-overlay-color-opacity=\"100\"><div class=\"pps-overlay\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns pb-0 is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:75%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-pps-gutenberg-blocks-anchor anchor\" id=\"how-to-apply\" data-anchor-name=\"How to Apply\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-apply\">How to Apply<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Completed applications must include your personal information, professional experience, and objectives in addition to your supervisor\u2019s endorsement. Carefully consider your short-answer responses to ensure your government career objectives align with our high expectations of participants.\u202f&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You do not need to complete the application in one session. You may save your application and return to it later.\u202f&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Please note, many departments have specific application guidelines for their employees. Before submitting your application, please make sure that you are following your department&#8217;s internal guidelines and that you have permission from your leadership to participate in this program.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pps-gutenberg-blocks-full-width-column pps-full-width-column p-0 padding-0 pb-0\" data-bg-type=\"color\" data-bg-color-opacity=\"100\" data-bg-overlay-color-opacity=\"100\"><div class=\"pps-overlay\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:75%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-pps-gutenberg-blocks-anchor anchor\" id=\"facilitators\" data-anchor-name=\"Facilitators\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:32px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Facilitators<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:18px\">Our facilitators bring a wealth of knowledge and best practices as leadership development experts and as former supervisors and project managers. They understand the challenges of leaders at this level and use course concepts to help participants develop new habits.\u202f&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pps-gutenberg-blocks-full-width-column pps-full-width-column p-0\" data-bg-type=\"color\" data-bg-color-opacity=\"100\" data-bg-overlay-color-opacity=\"100\"><div class=\"pps-overlay\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:75%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-pps-gutenberg-blocks-anchor anchor\" id=\"faqs\" data-anchor-name=\"FAQs\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:32px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-faqs\">FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class='pps-accordion-block align '>\r\n\t<div class='accordion-item'>\r\n\t\t<div class='accordion-item-topic'>\r\n\t\t\t<div>Q: Who is eligible to apply?<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t<div><i class=\"fas fa-angle-down\"><\/i><\/div>\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t<div class='accordion-item-content'>\r\n\t\t\t<p>The Foundations in Public Service Leadership program is for mid-level leaders who lead teams, projects, or people. This includes team or work group leaders, project leaders, new supervisors, technical experts, cross-functional liaisons or direct support to principals. You must also have support from your department or agency.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n\t<div class='accordion-item'>\r\n\t\t<div class='accordion-item-topic'>\r\n\t\t\t<div>Q: What application materials must I provide to be eligible?<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t<div><i class=\"fas fa-angle-down\"><\/i><\/div>\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t<div class='accordion-item-content'>\r\n\t\t\t<p>With your online application, you are required to submit a supervisor\u2019s approval form. You\u2019ll find a link to this form within the online application.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n\t<div class='accordion-item'>\r\n\t\t<div class='accordion-item-topic'>\r\n\t\t\t<div>Q: How will I know if I\u2019m accepted?<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t<div><i class=\"fas fa-angle-down\"><\/i><\/div>\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t<div class='accordion-item-content'>\r\n\t\t\t<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The Partnership for Public Service accepts applicants on a rolling basis until the application deadline. You will receive an email from\u202f<\/span><a href=\"mailto:enroll@ourpublicservice.org\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">enroll@ourpublicservice.org<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202fnotifying you of your acceptance status within three days after the application deadline, if not earlier.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;335557856&quot;:16777215}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">If we have an agreement with your agency to accept you as part of an internal selection process, you will probably receive notice from your agency first, but your acceptance is not confirmed until you have received a notification from the Partnership.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;335557856&quot;:16777215}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n\t<div class='accordion-item'>\r\n\t\t<div class='accordion-item-topic'>\r\n\t\t\t<div>Q: Can I reapply if I am not accepted into the program?<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t<div><i class=\"fas fa-angle-down\"><\/i><\/div>\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t<div class='accordion-item-content'>\r\n\t\t\t<p>Yes, you may reapply if you meet the program\u2019s minimum qualifications.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n\t<div class='accordion-item'>\r\n\t\t<div class='accordion-item-topic'>\r\n\t\t\t<div>Q: Is there an application fee?<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t<div><i class=\"fas fa-angle-down\"><\/i><\/div>\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t<div class='accordion-item-content'>\r\n\t\t\t<p>No. There is no fee to apply to the Partnership\u2019s programs.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n\t<div class='accordion-item'>\r\n\t\t<div class='accordion-item-topic'>\r\n\t\t\t<div>Q: How much is tuition?<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t<div><i class=\"fas fa-angle-down\"><\/i><\/div>\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t<div class='accordion-item-content'>\r\n\t\t\t<p>Tuition for the Foundations in Public Service Leadership program is $4,500, which includes all course materials (e.g., books, articles and management tools), online collaboration tools for team projects, and access to the Partnership\u2019s resources, expertise and networks.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n\t<div class='accordion-item'>\r\n\t\t<div class='accordion-item-topic'>\r\n\t\t\t<div>Q: When is the tuition deadline?<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t<div><i class=\"fas fa-angle-down\"><\/i><\/div>\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t<div class='accordion-item-content'>\r\n\t\t\t<p>Your tuition payment should be arranged prior to the program\u2019s start date. 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