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Quick Facts

Medium Of Instructions	Mode Of Learning	Mode Of Delivery
English	Self Study	Video and Text Based

Course Overview

This course is about Clinical Simulations, which are activities that mimic real-life clinical scenarios and allow healthcare professionals to practise their skills and knowledge in a safe and controlled environment. Curated by the health professionals at George Washington University, the Essentials in Clinical Simua

lations Across the Health Professions certification by Coursera provides the fundamentals, standards, methods and best practices of clinical simulations across the health professions.

Learners of this course will gain comprehensive knowledge about the essentials of building a simulation-based programme, including meeting the INACSL best practices as well as implementing simulations in the curriculum as an educator. The Essentials in Clinical Simulations Across the Health Professions certification course equips learners with skills to establish and manage simulation centres to provide better healthcare.

The Highlights

Approx. 12 Hours To Complete
Certification by The George Washington University
Financial Aid Available
Intermediate Level Course

Programme Offerings

Certification
Graded quiz
Feedback
discussion forum
Readings

Courses and Certificate Fees

Fees Informations	Certificate Availability	Certificate Providing Authority
INR 2414	yes	Coursera

Essentials in Clinical Simulations Across the Health Professions online certification fees are Rs. 2,414.

Essentials in Clinical Simulations Across the Health Professions fee structure

Course Name	Fee
Essentials in Clinical Simulations Across the Health Professions	Rs. 2,414

Eligibility Criteria

Certification Qualifying Details of Essentials in Clinical Simulations Across the Health Professions

Learners of Essentials in Clinical Simulations Across the Health Professions training, have to get an 80% score in the graded assessments for certification.

What you will learn

Nursing skills

Essentials in Clinical Simulations Across the Health Professions classes will educate learners to:

Design, implement and evaluate clinical simulations in various settings and contexts.
Apply the INACSL Standards of Best Practice: Simulation to ensure the quality and effectiveness of clinical simulations.
Integrate simulation into the curriculum and align it with the learning outcomes and competencies of the health professions.
Develop and manage a simulation centre, including the resources, equipment, personnel and policies needed.
Conduct debriefing sessions that facilitate reflection, feedback and learning from clinical simulations.

Who it is for

Health InspectorDoctorNurseHealth OfficerHealthcare Administrator

The Essentials in Clinical Simulations Across the Health Professions online course is designed for anyone who has an interest in the healthcare profession and curiosity about the role of clinical simulations. It is particularly relevant for healthcare educators and trainers who wish to use simulation as a teaching and learning tool including:

Admission Details

Follow the steps below to join the online course.

Step 1- Click on the link below:

https://www.coursera.org/learn/clinicalsimulations

Step 2- Click on the “Enrol for Free” button.

Step 3- Login/signup using an email id, create one if required to begin with the course.

Step 4- Choose the course duration and the course's payment plan. You can also audit the course for free. Auditing the course does not allow access to the certificate.

Step 5 - After the payment of the fee, an email with the course details will be sent to you as a confirmation of being enrolled in the course.

The Syllabus

Videos

Welcome!
Essential Elements in Getting Started with Clinical Simulations
The Essentials Needed in Building a Simulation-Based Program
Concepts and Educational Activities Promoting Simulations and Safe Patient Care

Quizzes

Building Clinical Simulations Using a Theoretical Basis
The Essentials Needed in Building a Simulation-Based Program
Concepts and Educational Activities Promoting Simulations and Safe Patient Care
Summative Assessment-Are You a Clinical Simulation Expert?

Discussion Prompts

The Importance of a Strategic Plan
Faculty Development in a Simulation Center

Videos

INACSL Standards of Best Practice: Simulation
INACSL Standard of Best Practice: Simulation Design & Outcomes and Objectives
INACSL Standards of Best Practice: Simulation Professional Integrity and Facilitation
INACSL Standards of Best Practice: Simulation on Operations, Debriefing, Participant Evaluation, and Simulation-Enhanced Interprofessional Education

Quizzes

Introduction to the INACSL Standards of Best Practice
INACSL Standard of Best Practice: Simulation Design
INACSL Standards of Best Practice: Simulation Professional Integrity and Facilitation
Summative Assessment-Are You an INACSL Standards Expert?

Discussion Prompts

Psychological Safety
Challenges of Facilitating Simulation
INACSL SOBP Implementation Plan

Videos

Integrating Simulation in the Curriculum: Best Practices
Curriculum Development and Key Concepts

Quizzes

Introduction to implementing simulation into the curriculum. Best practices in integration of simulation.
Overview of the steps to curricular development according to model of Kern et al.
Summative Assessment: Implementing Simulation in the Curriculum

Discussion Prompt

Simulation Based Healthcare Education

Videos

Simulation Operations
Strategic Planning for Simulation Centers
Potential Revenue Sources
Budget, Assets and Resources
Personnel Needs and Support

Practice Exercises

Development of Simulation Centers
Strategic Planning
Possible Revenue Sources
Summative Assessment-Best Practices of SIM Centers

Discussion Prompt

Budget, Assets and Resources

Videos

The Basics of Debriefing in Simulation
Communication Strategies for Simulation Debriefing
Using Debriefing Methods in Simulation

Quizzes

The Basics of Debriefing in Simulation
Communication Strategies for Simulation Debriefing
Using Debriefing Methods in Simulation
Summative Assessment-Critical Components of Debriefing

Discussion Prompts

Debriefing is Essential
Using Feedback and Debriefing
Pacing of Debriefing
Socratic Questioning and Strategies
Advocacy-Inquiry Statements
Selecting a Debriefing Method
Competency in Debriefing

Videos

Kirkpatrick’s Framework for Evaluation
Evaluating the Simulation
Evaluation of the Learner
Evaluation of the Simulation Program

Readings

Session 2 Readings
Simulation Effectiveness Tool

Quizzes

Kirkpatrick’s Framework for Evaluation
Evaluating the Simulation
Evaluate the Learner
Evaluation of the Simulation Program
Summative Assessment-Mastering Kirkpatrick's Framework for Evaluation of Simulation

Discussion Prompts

Kirkpatrick's Evaluation Model
Scenario Evaluation Checklist Application
Evaluation Tools in SIM Programs
SSH Accreditation

Videos

Terminology, Standards, and the Role of SPs in Simulation
Writing SP Cases
Recruiting SPs and Training Them for Role Portrayal
SP Program Management and SP Educator Professional Development

Quizzes

Terminology, Standards, and the Role and Function of SPs in Simulation
Writing SP Cases
Recruiting SPs and Training Them for Role Portrayal
SP Program Management and SP Educator Professional Development
Summative Assessment-ASPE Standards of Best Practice Principles

Discussion Prompts

Sources of SP Recruitment
Effective SP Training Techniques

Evaluation process

The Essentials in Clinical Simulations Across the Health Professions certification syllabus requires that the learners go through the graded assignments and score 80% for certification.

Instructors

GW Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: What are the prerequisites for enrolling in the Essentials in Clinical Simulations Across the Health Professions online course?

There are no prerequisites for enrolling in this course. However, some prior knowledge of healthcare or education would be helpful.

2: How long does the course last?

The course is self-paced and can be completed in 3 weeks. However, one can complete the course at your own pace.

3: Are there any assignments or assessments in this course?

Yes, there are a few assignments and assessments in this course.

4: Can I earn a certificate upon completion of the Essentials in Clinical Simulations Across the Health Professions online certification course?

Yes, you can earn a certificate upon completion of the course. The certificate is issued by The George Washington University School of Nursing.

5: How much time should I allocate each week for studying this course?

The amount of time needed to allocate to this course will vary depending on prior knowledge and experience. However, one should plan to spend at least 4-6 hours per week on the course.