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Register here“What this project did is bring together all 20 organisations that work in this aspect of health education for a common cause and purpose.”
Lynn Kilbride, Vice Principal for Academic Development and Student Experience, Robert Gordon University
The partnership behind this project comprised Robert Gordon University (RGU); the University of Aberdeen; North East Scotland03 College; Moray UHI, NHS Grampian/Health and Social Care Partnerships; the Scottish Ambulance Service; and private employers.
Working together they used data to map the availability of simulation based learning opportunities, identify where there was unmet need, and anticipate future requirements. This information helped the partners understand career opportunities and progression pathways to ensure people have the right access to the regional infrastructure for simulation based learning.
The partners have also produced a blueprint to support regional planning and help develop a sustainable health and social care workforce.
The aim was to enhance and coordinate the simulation infrastructure for health and social care education and develop a sustainable health and social care workforce for the North East region.
Objectives:
Regional Simulation Infrastructure Working Group: The working group included representatives from Robert Gordon University; the University of Aberdeen; North East Scotland College; UHI Moray, NHS Grampian/Health and Social Care Partnerships; the Scottish Ambulance Service. Its remit was to develop a strategic plan for simulation education.
Grampian Interprofessional Simulation Group: This group had representatives from Robert Gordon University; the University of Aberdeen; North East Scotland College; NHS Grampian; Aberdeenshire Council; Aberdeenshire Health and Social Care Partnership; private industry; and members of the public. It promoted simulation-based education and supports interdisciplinary learning across health and social care sectors.
Data Collection and Resource Mapping: A data collection exercise mapped the simulation based learning opportunities available across the region and gathered data on their uptake.
Simulation Strategic Plan: This road map was developed through a workshop and subsequent meetings. Its strategic plan outlines the vision and strategic objectives for simulation education in the region.
Foundation Apprenticeship Simulation Day: Organised by RGU and NHS Grampian at the RGU Garthdee campus, this event hosted 90 students from across Aberdeenshire. The day included simulation learning opportunities for a range of health and social care professions.
Careers in Health event: The event was organised by RGU and North East Scotland College. The aim was to raise awareness of the varied job roles available in the region for people interested in a career in healthcare and awareness of different learner pathways.
The tables below provide insights into the project. They highlight the context in which the project tested new ways of working, enhanced learner pathways, and improved regional skills planning.
SFC Strategic Plan 2022-27
Building a connected, agile, sustainable tertiary education and research system for Scotland.