Program Overview

Master of Science in Healthcare Simulation

The Master of Science in Healthcare Simulation is designed to prepare students with leadership and quality improvement skills in healthcare simulation. The program aims to improve patient safety, increase communication effectiveness, refine teamwork, and enhance care delivery.

Format

The degree is completed online with one 4-day on-campus visit, providing flexibility for working professionals. Both full-time (16 months) and part-time (24 months) options are available.

On-Campus Visit

The 4-day on-campus visit during the first semester allows students to build a strong bond with colleagues and engage in immersive and procedural simulation in a psychologically safe learning environment.

Curriculum

The 33-credit Healthcare Simulation program focuses on simulation methodology and patient safety, challenging learners to think about and communicate the value simulation brings to improving patient care.

Courses

Full-Time (33 hours)

• Fall (Year 1)
  • HCS 575: Introduction to Healthcare Simulation for Quality and Safety (3 hours)
  • HCS 625: Simulation Methodology (3 hours)
  • HCS 626: Simulation Laboratory Intensive (1 hour)
  • HQS 600: Introduction to Clinical Quality Improvement (4 hours)
• Spring (Year 1)
  • HCS 610: Instructional Design in Simulation (2 hours)
  • HCS 660: Financial Management for Healthcare Quality Leaders (3 hours)
  • HQS 630: Leadership of High Reliability Healthcare Organizations (3 hours)
• Summer (Year 1)
  • HCS 620: Current Trends in Simulation (2 hours)
  • HCS 640: Project Management: Leading Successful Healthcare Initiatives (3 hours)
  • HCS 635: Advance Debriefing (3 hours)
• Fall (Year 2)
  • HCS 698: Simulation Capstone (3 hours)
  • Elective (3 hours)

Part-Time (33 hours)

• Fall (Year 1)
  • HCS 575: Introduction to Healthcare Simulation for Quality and Safety (3 hours)
  • HCS 625: Simulation Methodology (3 hours)
  • HCS 626: Simulation Laboratory Intensive (1 hour)
• Spring (Year 1)
  • HCS 610: Instructional Design in Simulation (2 hours)
  • HQS 630: Leadership of High Reliability Healthcare Organizations (3 hours)
• Summer (Year 1)
  • HCS 635: Advance Debriefing (3 hours)
  • HCS 640: Project Management: Leading Successful Healthcare Initiatives (3 hours)
• Fall (Year 2)
  • HQS 600: Introduction to Clinical Quality Improvement (4 hours)
  • Elective (3 hours)
• Spring (Year 2)
  • HCS 660: Financial Management for Healthcare Quality Leaders (3 hours)
  • HCS 698: Simulation Capstone (1 hour)
• Summer (Year 2)
  • HCS 620: Current Trends in Simulation (2 hours)
  • HCS 698: Simulation Capstone (2 hours)

Admission Criteria

• Application Deadline: August 1, December 1, May 1
• Start Date: August, January, May
• Duration: Full-time (16 months), Part-time (24 months)
• Format: Online with one on-campus visit
• Audience: Clinical and administrative healthcare professionals

Program Overview

The Master of Science in Healthcare Simulation program is designed for healthcare professionals seeking to develop expertise in simulation methodology and patient safety. The program provides a comprehensive education in healthcare simulation, including instructional design, simulation laboratory intensive, and project management. Graduates will be equipped with the skills and knowledge to improve patient outcomes and advance their careers in healthcare simulation.