Interest: Simulation
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H³: Health@Home Hub: The Beginning of a Bold New Journey
Written by Dr Siân Shaw, Associate Professor Digital Innovation in Nursing at Anglia Ruskin University, this blog showcases Anglia Ruskin University’s Health@Home Hub (H³) as a leading example…
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Podcast | Supporting Staff with Simulation
Over the past two decades, the health and care sector has experienced significant growth in the range of simulation techniques available, driven by advances in immersive technologies. The…
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Co-Production in Simulation for Mental Health
In this blog, Andy Buttery, an Operating Department Practitioner, led the multiprofessional team alongside two Clinical Fellows: Isobel Clarke, an Occupational Therapist, and Lauren Philpott, a Children’s Nurse.…
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Podcast | Transforming Simulation Through Co-Production
This Innovation Month 2026 podcast explores how education providers can embed the principles of co-production into the design and delivery of simulation-based education. Speakers will unpack what co-production…
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Simulation Case Study: Evaluation of a bespoke observational and debriefing tool used within student-led Paramedic Science simulation workshops – Wrexham University
Key themes: Education (training, assessment, curriculum), Research and development, Skill acquisition Academics Aims & Objectives The main driver of the case study was to empower student-led simulation for…
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Simulation Case Study: Developing a Virtual Primary Care Placement for Nursing Students – King’s College London
Key themes: Education (training, assessment, curriculum), Research and development Academics: Mrs. Aby Mitchell, Senior Lecturer Adult Nursing Education and Faculty Lead for Simulation, King’s College London, aby.mitchell@kcl.ac.uk Mr.…
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Collaborative Uganda upper limb prosthetics project: AI-driven immersive digital simulation
Key themes: Prosthetics and orthotics, AI, Simulation Key people involved: Project aims: Details: The Prosthetics and Orthotics (P&O) team at the University of Salford were approached by Professor…
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Simulation Case Study: “I would like to call the first witness”- An innovative simulation of a Coroner’s Court inquest for pre-registration mental health nursing students – University of Worcester
Key themes: Education (training, assessment, curriculum), Research and development, Quality improvement, Interprofessional collaboration Academics: Aims & Objectives: Amid concerns about the dilution of core mental health nursing skills,…
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Simulation Case Study: Student-Led Simulation Authoring: Enhancing Confidence and Clinical Readiness in Midwifery Education – University of Northampton
Key themes: Education (training, assessment, curriculum), Quality improvement, Skill acquisition Academics: Aims & Objectives: This pilot project aimed to build midwifery students’ confidence and competence in managing obstetric…
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Simulation Case Study: A Digital Simulated Learning Activity on Medicine Optimisation (SimMed) – Edinburgh Napier University
Key themes: Education (training, assessment, curriculum), Skill acquisition, Interprofessional collaboration Academics: Aims & Objectives: Medication errors continue to pose a serious threat to patient safety, resulting in mild…
Latest publications and briefings
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Principles for the use of Generative AI in healthcare education
The Council of Deans of Health has published the Principles for the use of Generative AI in Healthcare Education report as part of its Innovation…
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Briefing: UCAS Applicant Statistics for January 2026
The University and College Admissions Service (UCAS) has published a statistical release providing core numbers for the January equal consideration deadline 2026. The Council has published a briefing which summarises some of the key…
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AI Week: The Pedagogy of AI – Implications for healthcare education
Following the Council of Deans of Health’s 2025 Digital Summit, we are publishing this collaborative report with Elsevier which explores the evolving role of…
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Briefing: UCAS statistics on placed applicants 28 days after A-level and SQA results day 2025
UCAS has published data on confirmed places on undergraduate higher education courses 28 days after A-level results following the Clearing process. The full data…
Latest podcast episodes
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The Council of Deans of Health Wales and Council of Deans of Health Scotland have written to each of the major political parties in both nations ahead of the 2026 devolved elections. To support this work we have recorded a podcast with Professor Susan Dawkes and Dr Liz Mason, the convenors of CoDH Scotland and CoDH Wales, respectively. Speakers:…
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Over the past two decades, the health and care sector has experienced significant growth in the range of simulation techniques available, driven by advances in immersive technologies. The value of simulation lies in its ability to achieve intended outcomes in ways that may not be as easily or safely accomplished through traditional educational or practice-based…
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This Innovation Month 2026 podcast explores how education providers can embed the principles of co-production into the design and delivery of simulation-based education. Speakers will unpack what co-production means, why it matters, and the benefits it brings, alongside practical tips for overcoming common challenges. There will also be an opportunity to reflect on ASPiH standards…
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This Innovation Month 2026 podcast explores the importance of interprofessional education (IPE), an approach that brings together students from a range of disciplines to learn collaboratively and develop the skills essential for effective practice. Recognised for strengthening teamwork, communication, IPE continues to play a vital role in preparing students for integrated, person‑centred care. In this…