Program Overview

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Principles of Simulation in Medical and Healthcare Education

Overview

Developed for those involved in, or interested in, developing and leading simulation-based learning in medical and healthcare education.

Full Description

Delivered using blended learning, you’ll be encouraged to critically explore the evidence base behind the use of simulation in medical education, before attending 2 workshops based in our state-of-the-art Simulation Suite here at Anglia Ruskin University, Chelmsford Campus. During these workshops you’ll experience simulation sessions as both a learner and facilitator, allowing you to see how the theoretical concepts behind simulation are applied in practice.

You’ll be supported through the design and development of a simulation-based learning activity for your specific context and, in a final follow-up workshop, you’ll lead a session with your fellow students acting as co-facilitators and learners.

Assessment

Assessment for this module consists of the design and development of the participant-led simulation session, including:

• A session plan with a rationale for the learning theories chosen to underpin the design and justification for its need within their sphere of practice.
• An observation of the delivery of the participants planned session, with peer and tutor feedback.
• A critical evaluation and reflection on the design and delivery of their simulation-based learning activity, highlighting the learning you've taken from this process and recommendations for your future development within this field.

Who Should Attend?

This inter-professional course is designed for registered professionals from across the healthcare sector, who are engaged in simulation teaching or learning as part of their professional role. Reflecting the needs of our learners, our programme is delivered face to face in Chelmsford.

Dates

• Webinar and Workshop dates (Tri 3 2024/5)
  • Tuesday 13 May 2025: 7-8 PM - Introduction to module and simulation-based education. Education theory
  • Tuesday 20 May 2025: 7-8 PM - Using innovative teaching methods in Designing and running an effective simulation-based education
• Workshops (Face to face teaching)
  • Tuesday 27 May 2025: 10:00-15:00 - Planning, designing & writing effective simulation scenarios - Chelmsford campus, Lord Ashcroft Building - (MAB 203)
  • Wednesday 28 May 2025: 10:00-15:00 - Effective debriefing - Chelmsford campus, Lord Ashcroft building - (MAB 203)
  • Thursday 29 May 2025: 10:00-15:00 - Human factors & non-technical skills - Chelmsford campus, Lord Ashcroft building - (MAB 203)
  • Thursday 10 July 2025: 10:00-15:00 - Peer review and feedback (assessment element 011). Including 1:1 feedback on teaching session/scenario writing - Chelmsford campus, Medical school - (MED 114)

Where You'll Study

Your Faculty

The Faculty of Health, Medicine and Social Care at ARU is primed to meet the demand for healthcare professionals, doctors, scientists and social workers in the East of England.

We've been training undergraduates for professional roles for over 25 years, with a reputation for quality, dedication and ambition balanced with student satisfaction.

We know that our students want the very best experiential learning, and we've invested heavily in purpose-built simulated wards, science labs and skills spaces, to support your learning every step of the way.

Where Can I Study?

• Chelmsford

Our striking, modern campus sits by the riverside in Chelmsford's University and Innovation Quarter.

Fees & Funding

Course Fees

• 30 credits (Level 7) for courses starting in 2024/25
  • £1,767

Funding for CPD

Please ask your manager or Education Lead about available funding before you apply.

Entry Requirements

If you wish to be considered for this module, you’ll have the appropriate professional qualifications or experience in a related field.

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