Online Master of Science in Health Care Simulation

Health care simulation education centers around using patient care manikins (or patient simulators), models and standardized patients (or simulated participants) to replicate real interactions. This enables health care providers to enhance their skills while maintaining patient safety. By learning how to use simulation technology strategically, you’ll graduate prepared to play a vital role in improving health outcomes.

In your courses, you’ll gain the abilities needed to design, develop and conduct evidence-based health care simulations. You’ll also expand your knowledge about scenario design, systems thinking, student/participant assessment methodologies, debriefing strategies, project development, operations management and more. Additionally, you’ll learn how to evaluate and iterate on health care simulations, providing you with comprehensive knowledge in the field.

Who’s a good candidate for this master’s program?

Ideal candidates will have a background in education, simulation and/or health care. While experience in two or more of these areas is helpful, any of the three can serve as a foundation for success. Completing this program can advance your career whether you’re a clinical professional who facilitates simulations, a simulation technologist or work in a related field.

There’s a demand for leaders who can provide realistic and safe learning experiences in health care. As a graduate, you’ll be empowered to create innovative learning strategies and drive decisions in health care education. You’ll also have a refined professional identity, as well as skills in communication, teamwork, critical thinking and patient safety.