Program Structure
- To promote and build leadership skills among early career psychologists (ECPs) in Connecticut
- Engagement of ECPs within CPA and their profession within the state
- Foster the development of the next generation of psychology leaders
- Help shape the future of psychology in Connecticut.
- Application Period: February 15 – March 15
Program Outline
- The program will run from March 30 – December 14, 2021
- Participants will attend zoom Webinars throughout the program (Monthly)
- Peer group leadership discussions (Monthly)
- 1-1.5 hours each Webinar
- Participants will also be paired with a leadership mentor throughout the duration of the program
Past Webinars and Zoom call topics included:
- Building Advanced Leadership Skills
- Running Effective Meetings
- CT legislation advocacy (influencing laws and policies)
- Ethics in Leadership
- Leading Businesses I/O perspectives
- Leadership in Professional Organizations
- Radio and Camera Skills – Talking with the Media
And more
Benefits of Joining The CPA Leadership Academy
Participants will be connected with a one-on-on mentor with advanced leadership skills, and meet with their mentor once a month for leadership coaching. Mentors will help participants set and develop leadership goals, and provide advice and counsel to help build leadership competencies, skills, and abilities.
Additional Benefits
- Participate in monthly leadership webinars and zoom calls
- Access to Pre-recorded Webinars on Different Topics Relevant to our Field
- Exposure and opportunities to network with psychologists and psychology leaders throughout the state.
- The opportunity to expand leadership potential and explore leadership opportunities to advance your career.
- Learn to host a professional webinar
- Opportunities to learn and get involved with CPA Governance
Non CPA Members to join CPA and the Leadership Academy
- CPA Membership Fee Reduced to $45 to join CPA as an ECP (Reg. Price $100 or more)
- Academy attendees new to CPA will get 50% off the Fall CPA Convention
Benefits for Current CPA ECP Members
- Free to join the Academy
- Free Convention
Leadership Academy Timeline
Starts in March 2021, ends in December 2021 (8 month program)
Monthly Webinars Start April 2021-December 2021
Expectations of CPA Leadership Academy Participants
- ECPs will develop goals to work on during the academy experience
- ECPs need to commit to being able to attend a majority of the webinars
- ECPs commit to meeting monthly with their mentor
Application Materials
- Applications Should be Submitted by March 14 – First Meeting March 30
- Meetings/Virtual Events Typically Held Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday Evenings.
- Meeting Schedule can be found below:
- Tuesday, March 30th
- Tuesday, April 6th
- Wednesday, April 28th
- Tuesday, May 11th
- Thursday, May 27th
- Saturday, June 12th
- Thursday, June 24th
- Thursday, July 15th
- Wednesday, June 21st
- Tuesday, August 10th
- Thursday, August 26th
- Tuesday, September 14th
- Thursday, October 7th
- Wednesday, November 3rd
- Wednesday, November 17th
- Tuesday, December 14th
Eligibility Criteria
- CPA Members or willing to join CPA (discounted rate for new members who join the academy)
- Early Career Psychologists (within 10 years of their doctoral degree) or a postdoctoral resident/fellows
- ECPs and Postdocs with a strong interest in developing and growing their leadership skills.
All applications will be considered. Minorities and individuals from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.