Getting Started in Healthcare Simulation

Congratulations on committing to making the world a better place through healthcare simulation!

 

Follow our simple guide to give your simulation career a head start. 

 

 

The SimGHOSTS Guide to

Getting Started in Simulation

 

 

Learn the How and Why of Healthcare Simulation

 
FREE ONLINE COURSE- Under Review.

 

Complete a free online course about how simulation is used in health professional education and as a strategy for improving quality and safety in healthcare. If you are looking for something more comprehensive, try this one


 

Make a List 

 
IDENTIFY YOUR LEARNING NEEDS

 

Read the SimGHOSTS Capability Framework to learn about the skills and knowledge needed to perform healthcare simulation technology roles.


 

Get Support from your Employer 

 
TALK TO YOUR MANAGER

 

Show your employer that you are taking active steps to excel in your simulation career. Discuss the list of professional development needs you made and request a SimGHOSTS membership. Between our free video library, online courses, mentorship program and the amazing community of simulationists willing to offer their support, you should be able to get that list completed.


 

Fast-Track Success with a Mentor

 
APPLY FOR THE SIMGHOSTS MENTORSHIP PROGRAM

 

Apply for the SimGHOSTS Mentorship Program to be matched with an experienced mentor who will help guide you to set and achieve short and long term career goals. We go above and beyond to find the person who best meets your preferences and we are pretty darn good at our matchmaking, even if we do say so ourselves!



 

Be a Lifelong Learner 

 
VISIT THE SIMGHOSTS LEARNING HUB

 

Search or browse the video library and enroll in online courses. Everything that you complete here will be automatically recorded in your member Professional Development Journal for easy tracking.


 

Watch your Career Take Off! 

 
ENGAGE WITH THE SIM TRIBE

 

The Sim Tribe is the active community that welcomes and supports simulationists from all walks of life. If you love Sim, you're in! The Sim Tribe are your own personal tech support network that will guide and advise you whenever you need help.