Program and Center Accreditation

Standard

Criteria

Mission and governance

1. There exists a clear and publicly stated mission that specifically addresses the intent and functions of the simulation program

Organization and management

1. There is an organizing framework that provides adequate resources to support the mission of the program

2. There is a strategic plan designed to accomplish the mission of the program

3. There are written policies and procedures to assure the program provides high-quality services and meets its obligations and commitments

Facilities, application, and technology

1. There is an appropriate variety and level of technology and applications to support/achieve the activities of the program

2. The environment is conducive to accomplish its mission and activities

Evaluation and improvement

1. The program has a method to evaluate its overall program and services areas, as well as the individual educational, assessment, and/or research activities in a manner that provides feedback for continued improvement

Integrity

1. All activities, communications, and relationships demonstrate a commitment to the highest ethical standards

Expanding the field

1. The program demonstrates commitment to advocate for patients, simulation education, and contributes to the field of simulation.

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Table 48.2

Brief summary of SSH simulation accreditation program characteristics [5]

Simulation areas	Personnel criteria	Curricular requirements	Hardware/infrastructure
Assessment	Instructors and staff are qualified by virtue of education and experience Instructors and staff are routinely evaluated to ensure competence	Processes are in place to assure that assessment methods and tools are appropriate, reliable, and valid	Facilities and technologies are appropriate for the individuals being assessed and the level of assessment IRB and data security needs are met and documented
	Adequate technical support for data analysis is present
	Human factors, psychometric, and statistical support available when indicated
Research	Instructors demonstrate a capability to perform research	There is evidence of publication and/or presentation of research findings in peer-reviewed forums	Program has an established record of research The mission statement includes a specific commitment to research Evidence of successful efforts to obtain research support exists Program uses a scholarly approach to training assessment Documentation of IRB adherence and data security protocol
	There is a designated director of research with roles delineated in the organizational structure and adequate support time	There is documentation of mentoring simulation researchers
	There are instructors with specific research training and internal/external documentation of collaboration
Education	Program oversight is by an expert in simulation education Program facilitates professional development for instructors Instructors engage in certified ongoing training to improve skills Instructors are familiar with capabilities and limitations of simulation modalities	Offers comprehensive simulation-based learning Educational materials are evidence based, reliable, and valid Simulation modalities are appropriate for learning objectives Curriculum design process involves currently understood simulation education theory Program has the ability to offer CME	Educational activities are linked to the strategic plan Records are kept on all instructors and instructor’s professional development Feedback incorporated into programming Program continually updates and improves its courses Record keeping supports evaluation, validation, and research of curriculum Records of learner, instructor, and coordinator activities are maintained
Systems integration and patient safety^a	Simulation personnel are actively involved in performance improvement committees and activities	Process exists to identify and address opportunities for improvement within the organization that utilize principles of process engineering	Systems integration and patient safety activities are linked to the strategic plan Mission statement includes the desire to enhance individual, team, and organizational performance for improved patient outcomes
		Program activities are influenced by risk management activities of the organization

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^aAccreditation in systems integration and patient safety requires concomitant accreditation in one or more other areas

Table 48.3

Specialty-sponsored simulation program: a summary of characteristics

Sponsoring organization	Scope and model	Personnel criteria	Learner criteria	Curricular requirements	Hardware/infrastructure
ACS education institutes^a [6]	Broad^b	Institute director appointed for 3 years at 25% time protected	Must include surgeons plus 3 specialties/learner groups, for example:	Incorporates procedural and cognitive skills Curriculum development involves: Needs assessment Development of objectives Selection of instructional methods Creation of instructional materials Effective delivery Learner assessment Program assessment Assessment of effectiveness Educational programs are accredited by the LCME, ACGME, ACCME, or equivalent Faculty are appropriately trained	1,200 sq. ft contiguous with face to the public No less than 4,000 sq. ft. additional space for storage, lounge, etc. Can accommodate a minimum of 20 trainees at a time Has teleconferencing available Internet capable Has adequate space for administration Has adequate space for skills trainers Annual budget can support the activities of the institute Provides a mission statement Provides an organizational chart Establishes a steering committee or advisory board
	Multilevel Level 1^a Comprehensive Level 2 Basic	Surgical director is FACS and has 10% time protected Administrator with 50% time for center Coordinator with 50% time	CME GME UME Allied health Nursing Other Must demonstrate the effectiveness of curriculum Must provide evidence of: Long-term follow-up of learners Maintenance of skills Research Interdisciplinary training Curriculum validation
ASA simulation endorsement [9]	Specialty-specific	Must have an established mechanism for instructor training, evaluation, credentialing Program director should hold a doctoral degree and academic appointment at an accredited institution Course director should: Be credentialed as an instructor ASA member Hold appointment in the Department of Anesthesiology	UME, GME (optional)	Quality assurance program must be in place Methodologically sound program for curriculum development and assessment must be evident Sample curriculum and scenario required	Provides a mission statement Organization should maximize the likelihood that course quality will be maintained Document governance and financial model Program leadership and financial stability required Facilities should be sufficient for the coursework offered, including parking, and meals Written policies and procedures should exist Demonstrate necessary educational technology to conduct courses
	Single level
ACOG simulation consortium	Specialty-specific	Not currently defined	GME	Simulation-based surgical skills education with patient safety focus Only gold members can continue reading. Log In or Register to continue Share this: Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Related Related posts: Simulation in Genitourinary Surgery Patient Safety Simulation in Non-Invasive Cardiology Continuing Education in Simulation Simulation in Ophthalmology Virtual Reality, Haptic Simulators, and Virtual Environments Stay updated, free articles. Join our Telegram channel Tags: The Comprehensive Textbook of Healthcare Simulation May 30, 2017 \| Posted by admin in Uncategorized \| Comments Off on Program and Center Accreditation Full access? Get Clinical Tree Get Clinical Tree app for offline access Get Clinical Tree app for offline access