National Pathways 2026 Cohort
April 28 - November 24, 2026
Event Information
Registration Status: OPEN
Registration Ends: Monday, April 20, 2026
National Pathways to Leadership is a nationally recognized leadership academy designed for vocational rehabilitation professionals who aspire to leadership roles and seek a broader, systems-level perspective. This program provides participants with exposure to national VR priorities, executive-level leadership insight, and cross-agency learning. Through virtual sessions led by nationally recognized VR leaders, participants build strategic leadership capacity, deepen self-awareness, and strengthen their ability to lead change in complex environments.
Participants complete a structured leadership portfolio and a capstone project focused on addressing national vocational rehabilitation priorities, culminating in a formal presentation. Graduates earn a UA CURRENTS Pathways Leadership Certification, reinforcing professional credibility, portability across agencies, and readiness for leadership roles beyond a single organization.
Session#1: Introduction/Team Development/Motivation & Engagement (April 28, 2026)
Session#2: Personal Values & Leadership (May 26, 2026)
Session #3: Small Group Coaching (June 16, 23, 30, 2026)
Session #4: VR Leadership (July 28, 2026)
Session #5: Leadership Development & Time Management (August 25, 2026)
Session #6: Conflict Resolution and Customer Service (September 29, 2026)
Session #7: Being Change Agents (October 27, 2026)
Session #8: Capstone Presentation (November 24, 2026)