The next course, “HMH Leadership Development for the PCA Specialist”, provides the PCA with the necessary skills to perform within the expert PCA Specialist role. To attend, each candidate must have three years of experience. Key concepts within the curriculum include identifying specific role expectations, performance requirements and the necessary precepting and mentoring skills required. Each course includes a didactic portion, interactive learning activities, and scenario-based simulation experiences. Ultimately, the PCA’s confidence and competence are enhanced through clinical exposure and the skills acquired, enabling appropriate responses during diverse clinical situations. Ultimately, this will improve effective collaboration, adequate patient observation, and timely reporting to the RN.