Emerging Leader Program for Experienced Leaders

• June: Selection Launch
• August: Selection Closes
• August – September: Review Submissions and Selection Process
• October: Announcements Regarding Selection of Incoming Cohort
• November: First Virtual Session
• December – March: Virtual Sessions
• April: Graduation

• Must be a US citizen, US national or lawful permanent resident
• Must be currently employed full-time by an APHL Member Laboratory located in the United States or its territories, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) or the Public Health Agency of Canada

• Have at least five years of experience leading staff or projects 
• Currently hold a role as an experienced or senior leader in your laboratory
• Be supported by a direct supervisor and a laboratory director  
• Applicants should already possess foundational leadership skills and hold a role with significant responsibility for people, projects or programs. Completion of prior formal leadership development may indicate readiness, though it is not required; applicants can also demonstrate experience through leading teams, initiatives or strategic work.

CDC, EPA, FDA and the Public Health Agency of Canada maintain their own ELP application and selection process. If you belong to one of these entities and are interested in participating in the Emerging Leader Program, please contact your supervisor directly instead of applying through APHL.

Although ELP does not currently accept international applicants, APHL collaborates with countries worldwide to build robust and resilient national laboratory systems. 

Learn more about our global health work and how to get involved.