Simulation Instructor: Level 1

Issued by The University of Mississippi Medical Center

An individual needs assessment based on current simulation knowledge administered by a Director of the simulation program. The director will assign live or online learning modules to meet the participants’ learning needs. The learner will demonstrate proficiency in application of simulation theory and standards in facilitating health care related simulations, curriculum design, mentoring, and/or research. Level 1 focuses on basic simulation knowledge and application.

Type Validation

Skills

Earning Criteria

Complete presentation(s) and/or quiz(s) observe two simulations facilitated by a simulation expert, coordinate and implement one simulation from start to finish. Evaluated by ISTARS director using the Debriefing Assessment for Simulation in Healthcare (DASH) tool. (Must provide simulation design template, student/faculty evaluations, and videos of simulation process to demonstrate proficiency in application of simulation theory and standards.)