Simulated Participants, Simulated Patients, Standardized Patients, no matter the terminology, integrating this powerful role into your simulation activity can be undervalued or an underestimated level of effort, yet vital for learning and learner debrief. Join Tony Errichetti, PhD, and Cathy Smith, PhD. through lecture and guided practice to understand the role of SP and what you need to consider when developing your SP program.
This eight-week web-based course is developed and presented by subject matter experts Tony Errichetti, PhD, and Cathy Smith, PhD. Drs. Errichetti and Smith each bring 25 years of experience in the field. The course is based upon cited evidence-based practice.
Listen to Dr. Errichetti and Dr. Smith discuss the benefits of integrating simulated or standardized patients into your simulation program and considerations for best practice and professional development https://youtu.be/ZdQd_GaFfak
The course will include:
- Four web-based modules (2 weeks per module)
- On-demand lectures
- Required and elective module assignments to include readings, case studies, quiz and/or survey
- Four live online meetings Thursdays, April 11, 25, May 9 and 23rd at 5 pm ET
- Consultation with faculty
- Supplemental media
The course will provide an enhanced understanding of and ability to apply SP methodology in practice through:
- Recruiting, screening, casting and orientation
- Developing cases
- Training – role portrayal, checklist development, feedback
- On-going quality assurance
- Special considerations
The live sessions are scheduled Thursdays, April 11, 25, May 9 and 23rd at 5 pm ET
In addition, the faculty will have open office hours
The course will be limited to 12 participants per session.
Course Faculty:
Tony Errichetti, PhD, CHSE
Director, Doctor-Patient Communication Assessment
National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners
Dr Errichetti as developed doctor-patient and health team communication assessment rubrics and presents nationally and internationally on these topics. Tony is a consultant for medical schools and health sciences programs on simulation program development, and trains staff to prepare Standardized Patients and clinical faculty to assess communication and provide debriefing.
Cathy Smith, PhD
Simulation Consultant, Baycrest Health Sciences
National SP Training Consultant, Pharmacy Examining Board of Canada
Dr. Smith has worked as a simulationist in health professional education for over 25 years. She consults with various educational, training and assessment organizations locally, nationally and internationally. Her particular focus is on simulated/ standardized patient (SP) methodology. Recent peer reviewed articles include the ASPE Standards of Best Practice for human role players in simulation.
Who Should Attend:
This course is perfect for educators and technicians from ANY healthcare or professional discipline seeking foundation or refresher instruction on best practice in recruiting, training, integrating and developing programs or events with simulated participants or patients. Special emphasis in nursing and allied health.
Sponsored by Education Management Solutions LLC and the Global Institute for Simulation Training, Exton, PA
Cancellation Policy: Any changes or cancellations to a training class less than 7 days prior to the scheduled dates will result in a charge equal to 100% of the class fee. Any changes or cancellations made to a training class from 8-14 days before the course will result in a charge equal to 50% of the class fee. Any substitutions, changes, or cancellations made more than 14 days in advance of the scheduled course will not result in an additional charge.
