Mini course · Intermediate level
Simulation-Based Education Basics
Let learners practise high-stakes situations safely, then learn deeply through structured debriefing.
What is Simulation-Based Education Basics?
Simulation allows healthcare learners to practise skills, decision-making and teamwork without risk to patients. Effective simulation depends less on expensive equipment and more on good scenario design and skilled debriefing. This course covers types and fidelity of simulation, writing scenarios with clear objectives, creating psychological safety, running a scenario, structured debriefing models and low-cost in-situ simulation.
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- Lessons
- 5
- Level
- Intermediate
- Format
- Online, self-paced
What you'll be able to do
- Distinguish types and levels of fidelity in simulation
- Write a simulation scenario aligned with learning objectives
- Prepare learners with a pre-briefing that builds psychological safety
- Run a scenario and manage unexpected learner actions
- Facilitate a structured debriefing
- Plan a low-cost in-situ simulation in a clinical area
Who this course is for
Course content
5 lessons · 1.5 hours total · free preview available
1Why Simulation Works
16 minFree preview· Course content
Why Simulation Works
Learning through safe practice.
2Designing Scenarios
20 min· Course content
Designing Scenarios
Available after you enroll.
3Pre-Briefing and Running
18 min· Course content
Pre-Briefing and Running
Available after you enroll.
4Debriefing
20 min· Course content
Debriefing
Available after you enroll.
5Low-Cost and In-Situ Simulation
16 min· Course content
Low-Cost and In-Situ Simulation
Available after you enroll.
Earn a credential employers can check
Every AIHCM credential has a unique ID that anyone can verify online in seconds.
Issued: on completion
How it works
- Finish all 5 lessons at your own pace.
- Get your digital credential with a unique ID.
- Share it — employers can verify it at aihcm.us.
Questions people ask
Do I need a simulation centre?
No. The course includes low-cost and in-situ approaches.
Which debriefing model is taught?
The course explains common structured debriefing models and their shared elements.
Is it relevant for team training?
Yes. Simulation is ideal for teamwork and communication.
Does it certify me as a simulation educator?
No. It is a professional development course.