Crafting Excellence: using a standardized template to meet Healthcare Simulation Standards of Best PracticeTM

Abstract : Simulation design quality hinges on simulation expertise and adherence to best practices. Design templates are in abundance but gaps exist in mapping directly to Healthcare Simulation Standards of Best PracticeTM. This workshop presents a standardized template that bridges design criterion and elements of best practice, fosters excellence, and allows the user to master high-quality simulation design. Data across 10 cohorts of students will be presented as evidence that this template supports quality design standards. With significant variability in simulation design practices, this workshop will provide learners an introductory, mentored design experience that capitalizes on Kolb’s experiential learning theory. Through active engagement, learners will apply concrete experience with simulation design to transform their knowledge and understanding.

The workshop aims are to 1) support the use of a standardized template in simulation design 2) demonstrate that the template is a reliable tool to meet INACSL Healthcare Simulation Standards of Best PracticeTM Simulation Design 3) discover the impact on simulation quality when the template is used. Evaluation data will be presented to support the adoption of the standardized template for future simulation development.

The hands-on workshop will provide novice to intermediate learners with strategies to create a simulation using a standardized template aligned with simulation standards. Simulations designed using the standardized template makes replicability, curriculum alignment, and adherence to best practice an effective and elegant process. This standardized approach also provides designers with evidence of simulation design quality to present to accrediting and regulatory bodies during program evaluation.