Course
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Course Faculty
Dr. Claire Leegard, DNP, RN
Founder & President
Leegard Institute for Healthcare Leadership & Education
Dr. Claire Leegard is a respected nurse leader, educator, and healthcare entrepreneur dedicated to advancing clinical excellence and developing the next generation of healthcare professionals. With decades of experience spanning patient care, operational leadership, and organizational growth, she brings a rare combination of clinical depth and executive insight to every learning environment.
As the Founder and President of the Leegard Institute for Healthcare Leadership & Education, Dr. Leegard created an education platform grounded in real-world application — equipping healthcare professionals with practical strategies that strengthen clinical judgment, elevate patient outcomes, and foster confident leadership.
Throughout her career, Dr. Leegard has been known for building high-performing care teams, mentoring emerging leaders, and championing standards that move healthcare forward. Her teaching style reflects both rigor and relevance, bridging the persistent gap between textbook learning and the complexities of modern care delivery.
In addition to her work in education, Dr. Leegard is an accomplished business owner and operator of multiple healthcare service organizations, giving her a uniquely comprehensive perspective on the continuum of care and the leadership required to sustain excellence within it.
Driven by a deep belief that leadership is a responsibility — not merely a title — Dr. Leegard remains committed to preparing healthcare professionals to lead with competence, integrity, and purpose.
Her mission is clear: to teach not only how to practice — but how to lead.
