Evaluation of a simulation faculty training workshop in a low-resource setting: a qualitative study

Area of Science:

• Medical Education
• Simulation Training
• Health Professions Education

Background:

• Simulation instructor training is scarce in low-resource countries.
• PediSTARS India has conducted annual Training of Trainers (TOT) workshops since 2014.
• 380 instructors trained over six years.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the PediSTARS India TOT workshop.
• Utilized the Kirkpatrick model for evaluation.
• Employed a blended evaluation approach.

Main Methods:

• Qualitative study design with purposive sampling from the 2018 cohort.
• Online questionnaire for demographics and professional profiles.
• Semi-structured interviews explored workshop perceptions and workplace simulation experiences.
• Deductive analysis based on Kirkpatrick model levels 1-3.

Main Results:

• 11 in-depth interviews were conducted.
• Participants reported long-term knowledge and skill retention.
• Reported positive impact and translation of training to the workplace.
• Results achieved saturation and underwent respondent validation.

Conclusions:

• Simulation faculty training workshops are effective educational interventions.
• Promotes simulation-based education and training among health practitioners.
• This is the first study of its kind in a low-resource setting.
• Provides a blueprint for similar training initiatives.
• Further follow-up studies are needed to assess long-term impact.