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The Conexus Nuclear Professional Development Seminar (NPDS) is our flagship learning and development program.  

Endorsed by the World Association of Nuclear Operators and the program of choice for nuclear utilities in Canada and around the world, NPDS fosters the next generation of nuclear leaders through a blend of classroom instruction and hands-on experience.  

Our three-week, technology-neutral program connects participants with a network of international experts and industry peers, with exclusive access to nuclear utilities worldwide. Program focus areas include: 

Establish Clear Standards

Define consistent conduct standards for senior plant staff.

Enhance Problem-Solving Skills

Improve the ability to identify, analyze and resolve challenges in nuclear plants.

Facilitate Knowledge Transfer

Share lessons learned and best practices across sites for continuous improvement.

Provide Ongoing Mentorship

Offer mentorship that supports long-term growth beyond the seminar.

Instructors

Experienced subject-matter experts with specialized skills in program organization and facilitation ensure that the program's exercises and case studies are relevant to current nuclear industry needs. Participants receive support from senior mentors, benefiting from real-world insights and collaborative classroom interaction.

Deep Industry Expertise

With over 40 years of experience, Conexus has consistently refined the NPDS program since 1997, aligning it with evolving industry needs. The program shares best practices and addresses complex challenges and management issues.

Ongoing Support and Mentorship

Senior industry mentors provide guidance on solving real-world challenges. Participants gain access to a network of industry leaders, experts and peers, fostering ongoing learning, the exchange of best practices, and sustained professional development.

International Engagement and Recognition

The Conexus NPDS program is recognized globally, endorsed by the World Association of Nuclear Operators (WANO) in 2019. It is one of the few leadership programs with access to both Canadian and international nuclear utilities.

NPDS Program

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Testimonials

“Overall, this is by far the best training I have ever been on.”
“This has been the most relevant training in my career to date. The facilitators were incredible, mentors were excellent and offered high value feedback. I would 10/10 recommend this training to every emerging leader at OPG.”
“This program is well executed and highly valuable. I have learned a lot of tools and techniques I can use in my workplace to be a better leader.”

Course Content

Week 1: Classroom Training

  • Leadership Styles and Concepts

  • Nuclear Industry Performance Standards

  • Safety Culture

  • Problem Solving

Week 2: Practical Applications

  • Observe Leadership and Management Practices in Action

  • ​Establish Contacts and Exchange Information 

  • Benchmark Against Best Practices and Take Insights Back to Home Stations

  • Site Visit to a Nuclear Facility​

Week 3: Action Planning

  • Communication and Teamwork

  • 360-degree Competency Assessment

  • Developing Action Plans to Apply Learnings to Current Role​

  • Managing Priorities and Relationships