The Alfred Simulation Centre’s Simulation-based Learning Instructor Program (SLIP) is a two-day intensive professional development course designed for clinicians and health professional educators who are involved in teaching, training, or facilitating learning using simulation.

This program provides participants with the foundational knowledge and practical skills required to design, facilitate, and debrief high-quality simulation-based learning experiences. The course combines evidence-based educational theory with hands-on practice in a supportive learning environment.

Many of the skills developed during the program are transferable to clinical teaching, bedside education, and other workplace-based learning activities.

Who Should Attend

This course is suitable for:

• Clinicians with an interest in simulation-based education
• Clinical educators and facilitators
• Health professionals involved in teaching students or staff
• Staff supporting education, training, or quality improvement initiatives
• Interprofessional team members new to simulation instruction

No prior formal simulation qualification is required, however understanding clinical education principles are beneficial.

What You Will Learn

Participants will develop skills in:

• Core principles of simulation-based education and adult learning
• Creating psychologically safe learning environments
• Writing clear learning objectives for simulation activities
• Planning and running simulation sessions
• Facilitation techniques during scenarios
• Structured debriefing to support reflective learning
• Providing effective feedback to learners

Course Structure

Day 1

• Introduction to simulation-based learning
• Educational theory and learning design
• Psychological safety and learner engagement
• Simulation preparation and briefing

Day 2

• Simulation facilitation skills
• Managing scenarios and learner responses
• Debriefing frameworks and techniques
• Feedback and reflective practice

The course includes interactive workshops, facilitated discussions, practical simulation sessions, and supported debriefing practice.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the program, participants will be able to:

• Plan and deliver structured simulation-based learning activities
• Facilitate simulation sessions confidently and effectively
• Conduct supportive, learner-centred debriefings
• Apply simulation facilitation skills to broader clinical education contexts

Accreditation and CPD

This course is accredited for EMAC instructor education by ANZCA.
A certificate of completion will be provided. Participants may be able to claim CPD hours in line with their professional requirements.

Discount in course fees availiable to current Alfred Health staff.

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