ASPiH standards for simulation-based education: process of consultation, design and implementation.

Area of Science:

• Healthcare Education
• Patient Safety
• Implementation Science

Background:

• Simulation-based education (SBE) shows promise but lacks standardized approaches.
• The Association for Simulated Practice in Healthcare (ASPiH) identified a need for best practice in SBE design and delivery.

Purpose of the Study:

• To develop a comprehensive set of standards for simulation-based education.
• To address the lack of standardization in SBE and promote best practices.

Main Methods:

• An iterative, six-stage process based on an implementation science framework was employed.
• Extensive consultation with front-line providers and mapping to regulatory bodies informed the standards development.
• A detailed guidance document was created to support the evidence base for each standard.

Main Results:

• The ASPiH standards project resulted in a unique document comprising 21 standards for SBE.
• The standards are mapped to UK and international regulatory and professional bodies, ensuring broad relevance.
• A supporting guidance document provides evidence for each standard statement.

Conclusions:

• The developed ASPiH standards aim to enhance quality assurance in SBE.
• These standards are expected to be widely adopted by the simulation community to improve SBE delivery.
• The initiative promotes evidence-based, standardized SBE practices in healthcare.