Simulation use has increased tremendously over the past 10 years. This has caused an increased need for simulation-based education (SBE) trained educators. Currently, there is limited availability and insufficient development of competency-based training programs for simulation educators (ROH & Issenberg, 2022). The instructional competence of simulation educators is crucial in SBE and the assurance of a safe learning environment for participants (Fornstronen et al., 2020). The majority of research on SBE has primarily focused on the simulation activity itself and the outcomes for learners, rather than addressing the development of the necessary skill set for simulation educators (Paige et al., 2020). The reported percentage of educators who have received formalized simulation training ranges from 19% to 47% (Paige et al., 2020). However, this percentage is influenced by the allocation of financial support and time for educator development, which is rarely discussed in the literature. One source indicates that only 7% of institutions provide such support (Paige et al., 2020). Due to the lack of training and available resources for educator skill development in SBE, there can be inconsistent methods and varying quality to debriefings. This webinar looks to provide a comprehensive guide for developing professional development courses.

Kathryn Roberts, DNP, RN-BC, CHSE, NPD-BC is an educator, innovator, author, and simulation specialist. Her professional journey has been marked by a steadfast commitment to enhancing nursing education through innovative teaching and learning strategies, particularly in the realm of simulation technology, curriculum design and online delivery.