Survey on Work Status of Simulation Specialists in Japan

VernacularTitle:日本におけるシミュレーションスペシャリストの業務実態に関する調査
Author: Yoshimi KOZAI ¹ ; Sayaka OIKAWA ² ; Mana TAGUCHI ³
Author Information

1. Center for Higher Education Studies, Waseda University
2. Center for Medical Education and Career Development, Fukushima Medical University
3. Center for the Promotion of Excellence in Higher Education, Kyoto University
Keywords: simulation-based education; simulation specialist; education support; staff development
From:Medical Education 2021;52(1):37-41
CountryJapan
Language:Japanese
Abstract: Introduction: In order to improve education for simulation specialists, which is insufficient in Japan, it was necessary to visualize what they must learn. As a first step, we conducted a survey to determine the work conditions of Japanese specialists. Method: Based on the US operation manual and data from interviews with Japanese specialists, a 30- items questionnaire was created. Responses from 16 specialists at 12 facilities were collected. Result: The survey showed that all 30 items were performed by specialists at more than 40% of the facilities. Among them, the category of “technology” had the highest rating. Discussion: The work items and categories listed in the questionnaire are expected to be used as outcomes for specialist education in Japan.