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Advanced Simulation Skills

For practicing simulation educators: designing complex multidisciplinary scenarios, advanced debriefing models, in situ simulation, and simulation-based assessment.

King Saud University 19–21 Nov 2026 In person · Riyadh 4.4 of 5 (59 ratings)

About the program

For practicing simulation educators: designing complex multidisciplinary scenarios, advanced debriefing models, in situ simulation, and simulation-based assessment. The program is based on experiential learning: the learner practices the skill in a safe environment that mimics reality, then analyzes their performance with peers and the instructor in a structured debriefing session. It is delivered by accredited instructors in small groups that give each learner enough time for practice.

What you will learn

Designing a multidisciplinary scenario with measurable objectives
Leading debriefing with the PEARLS model and the advocacy-inquiry approach
Managing the difficult learner and emotions in debriefing
Planning in situ simulation to uncover latent risks
Building a performance assessment tool for the scenario

Target audience and requirements

Target audience: Simulation educators and simulation center coordinators
Prerequisites: Completion of Basic Simulation Skills or one year of experience in simulation education
Simulation modality: Hybrid simulation
Level: Advanced

Course content on the platform

Pre- and post-program materials open in the learner portal after registration is confirmed.

1Program introduction and learning objectivesReading · 8 min
2Step-by-step skill demonstrationVideo · 12 min
3Scientific reference for the programFile · 20 min
4Checklist of skills to masterSkills checklist · 10 min
5Short pre-testQuiz · 10 min
6After the program: workplace application planReading · 6 min

Learner feedback

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سارة · Nurse 4
The scenarios are very close to reality, and the debriefing afterward helped me more than any lecture.
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نايف · Emergency medical technician 5
The pre-program materials on the platform saved a lot of time on the training day.
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عبدالعزيز · Emergency medical technician 5
Excellent organization and skilled instructors. I wish there were more hands-on practice time.

Program provider

King Saud University

Accredited by the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS) · Riyadh

King Saud University offers its training programs for healthcare practitioners through the platform in simulation and clinical and operational skills, with equipped halls and accredited instructors, and following the Society's standards in scenario design, debriefing, and learner assessment.

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