This program is intended for health professionals, regardless of their profession or specialty. Both licensed professionals and those in training are accepted. This program may also be useful for individuals directly involved in simulation-based education for healthcare professionals, such as simulation technicians, administrative staff in charge of simulation programs, or educational experts who are not healthcare professionals.

• Upon completion of this microprogram, you will be able to:
• Act as a resource person in relation to simulation
• Develop and deliver a simulation session/curriculum
• Have a good foundation in the theories underlying simulation-based learning and assessment
• Recognize the breadth of possibilities for simulation-based learning and integrate it into a broader program/curriculum 

Courses are offered entirely offered online, in both synchronous and asynchronous formats, and in French. All courses will use active learning methods.

Expected duration of the program: 2 terms; 8 consecutive months

First term (September to December) 3 course units from:

• MED 6503: Theoretical Foundations of Simulation in Health Education
  • Study of the concepts and theories of simulation-based learning
  • Introduction to the design of simulation activities including scenario writing
  • Study of different modalities of knowledge assessment in a simulation context

Second term (January to April) 3 course units from:

• MED 6504: Simulation in Health Education
  • Study of the concepts and theories of simulation-based learning
  • Introduction to the design of simulation activities including scenario writing
  • Study of different modalities of knowledge assessment in a simulation context 

• Hold a bachelor’s degree in science, health sciences or an equivalent discipline, or an undergraduate doctorate degree in medicine or pharmacy

or

• Have relevant work experience
• Have an overall average of at least 70% (B), calculated in accordance with graduate studies guidelines
• Understand and be fluent in the language of instruction: French
• Before submitting an application, please consult our application deadlines for more information. 

Submit the following documents to the Faculty of Medicine's Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies Office by email at [email protected].

• Copies of transcripts from all universities you have attended
• Admission application form (available in french only)
• CV

University of Ottawa - Previous or current Ottawa students do not need to submit a transcript of their studies at the University of Ottawa. Professional programs in rehabilitation require all transcripts, including those from uOttawa.  

For the tuition fees associated with this program, please visit this University fees page. 

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