Learn more about the educational offerings supported by the AAP Simulation Program.
Simulation Disaster Day
Join us for an exclusive EMS Disaster Readiness Day for Educators at the American Academy of Pediatrics Headquarters! This interactive, simulation-based workshop is designed specifically for EMS educators who want to enhance pediatric disaster readiness.
Participants will:
- Explore critical elements of effective pediatric mass casualty simulations, including scenario design, fidelity, and engagement strategies.
- Collaboratively design comprehensive, evidence-based simulation scenarios aligned with PEPP guidelines, featuring standardized patient roles and precise learner assessment tools.
- Master facilitation skills using the PEARLS debriefing model to promote deep reflection, critical thinking, and practical knowledge application among learners.
- Evaluate and refine instructional strategies by analyzing feedback and assessment data to continuously improve learner outcomes.
Participation in this event is free, but space is limited—don't miss this opportunity to strengthen pediatric emergency preparedness in your EMS training. Participants will be notified of acceptance in advance.
Interested in participating in Simulation Disaster Day? Click here to apply by May 16th, 2025!
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Bodyswaps Equity & Anti-Racism in Global Healthcare
Introducing a new virtual reality training module, designed to provide a psychologically safe space where healthcare professionals can explore their own implicit biases and motivations before embarking on global health experiences.
Language barriers can elicit bias through tone, body language, and social cues and lead to ineffective, non-empathetic communication. These biases have been shown to lead to disparities in treatment (e.g., pain assessment and analgesia), healthcare accessibility (highlighting value of a strong patient-provider relationship) and health outcomes (e.g., increased odds of an adverseoutcome in hospitalized patients).
Although everyone has implicit biases, through education and awareness these biases can be addressed and mitigated. This activity is designed to change competence and performance by demonstrating the impact of bias on patient outcomes, practicing strategies to mitigate personal bias and navigating difficult but important conversations about bias.
Learning Objectives: After completing this course, you should be able to
- Recognize the impact of bias on patient outcomes and practice strategies to mitigate bias
- Employ mitigation strategies, and practice navigating difficult conversations
AAP programs that utilize simulation
Last Updated
12/03/2024
Source
American Academy of Pediatrics