The project's primary purpose is to secure accreditation for the simulation center from the Saudi Society for Simulation in Healthcare SSSH. This aligns with strategic priorities in healthcare education, ensuring the center meets national standards for simulationbased training.

The ultimate goal is to obtain national accreditation from SSSH, followed by international recognition e.g., from bodies like the Society for Simulation in Healthcare SSH or the International Nursing Association for Clinical Simulation and Learning INACSL. This positions the center as a global leader in healthcare simulation.

The global shift in project management emphasizes agile methodologies and collaboration to respond to market trends, such as evolving accreditation standards. This project adopts similar principles to ensure adaptability and faster delivery of accreditation milestones.

Key stakeholders include SSSH, faculty, students, and healthcare institutions. Their expectations include compliance with SSSH guidelines, enhanced training quality, and alignment with international best practices.

Develop and implement policies, procedures, and training modules that meet SSSH’s 12 core criteria e.g., faculty qualifications, equipment standards, and assessment protocols.

Conduct a gap analysis to identify areas for improvement, such as updating simulation technology or enhancing faculty training programs.

Prepare a comprehensive accreditation proposal, including selfassessment reports, evidence of compliance, and a roadmap for continuous improvement.

Engage SSSH reviewers through site visits and presentations to demonstrate adherence to standards.

Compare SSSH criteria with international frameworks e.g., SSH’s Standards of Best Practice to identify additional requirements for global accreditation.

Pilot advanced simulation techniques e.g., virtual reality integration to align with cuttingedge international practices.

Collaborate with internationally accredited centers to share knowledge and resources.

Participate in global simulation conferences to showcase the center’s capabilities and build credibility.

Establish a feedback loop with stakeholders to refine simulation programs based on accreditation outcomes and industry trends.

Invest in staff development to maintain expertise in emerging simulation methodologies.

Explore opportunities to offer accreditationaligned training to external healthcare institutions, generating revenue and expanding influence.

Develop research initiatives to contribute to the global body of knowledge in simulationbased education.

Policy and procedure development.

Faculty training programs.

Technology upgrades e.g., highfidelity manikins, VR systems.

Accreditation proposal preparation and submission.

Routine operational tasks unrelated to accreditation.

Expansion of physical infrastructure beyond simulation labs e.g., new buildings.

Accreditation proposal with selfassessment reports.

Policy manuals and training curricula.

Upgraded simulation equipment.

Certified faculty training programs.

SSSH national accreditation.

Roadmap for international accreditation.

Provides funding and strategic direction e.g., university leadership or healthcare institution executives.

Oversees development of the accreditation proposal, coordinates team efforts, and liaises with SSSH.

Implement policies, deliver training, and provide feedback for continuous improvement.

Evaluate compliance with accreditation criteria and provide recommendations.

Assess eligibility for global recognition in later project phases.

Collaborate on knowledge exchange and joint research initiatives.