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      Standardized Patient Training Certificate: Prepare Your SPs for Success

      Our online certificate program was built by simulation experts to take the guesswork out of SP training. In just 8–12 hours, your SPs will gain the knowledge, skills, and confidence they need to participate in high-quality healthcare simulations.

      Untrained Standardized Patients (SPs) can derail even the best-designed simulation. To protect the integrity of your scenarios and improve learner outcomes, it’s essential to provide consistent, structured SP training. That’s where Avkin’s Standardized Patient Training Certificate comes in.

      Who Is This Certificate For?

      This course is designed for:

      • New or novice Standardized Patients joining your simulation program

      • SPs without formal simulation training

      • Programs looking to improve consistency, safety, and feedback delivery in SP-led scenarios

      What’s Included in the Training?

      This interactive, online program includes five comprehensive lessons covering the essentials of SP methodology:

      1. Overview & History of Simulation and Standardized Patients
        Learn how simulation-based education began and the role SPs play in healthcare training.

      2. Standardization & Character Development
        Master techniques for building believable, consistent characters that meet learning objectives.

      3. Feedback & Debriefing Process
        Understand how to deliver learner feedback effectively and participate in simulation debriefings.

      4. Professionalism & Safety
        Explore professional expectations, setting personal boundaries, and ensuring psychological and physical safety for all participants.

      5. Quality Assurance
        Learn methods for maintaining performance consistency and contributing to high-quality simulations.

      Each lesson includes key terms, quizzes, interactive activities, and scenario-based examples to ensure your SPs are ready to step into any simulation confidently.

      How Long Does It Take?

      The program is self-paced and takes approximately 8–12 hours to complete. SPs can work through the material on their own schedule, making it an easy fit for programs of all sizes.

      Why Choose Avkin’s Certificate?

      • Developed by simulation experts with proven methods

      • Consistent, high-quality SP training for every program

      • Interactive activities and quizzes to reinforce learning

      • Improves scenario consistency, learner satisfaction, and feedback quality

      • Supports safety, professionalism, and SP well-being

      Get Started Today!

      Make SP training easy and effective with Avkin’s Standardized Patient Training Certificate.

      Available for purchase online at avkin.com/simulation-training-and-certificate — register your SPs today and ensure your simulation program runs safely, consistently, and professionally.