Use of Simulation in Clinical Staff Training

Reference: 25-26260

Date response sent: 18/09/2025

Details of enquiry

1. Does the Trust currently use simulation to train any staff groups (e.g., consultants, resident doctors, nurses, allied health professionals, etc.)?
2. If yes, what simulation methodologies are employed (e.g., role-play with actors, digital avatars, augmented reality, virtual reality, or other approaches)?
3. What were the initial setup costs for implementing simulation training?
4. What are the ongoing annual costs, if any, associated with maintaining and delivering simulation training?
5. How many trainees did the Trust host in the last financial year (2024/2025) who were enrolled in training for a mental health–related profession?

Response sent

1. Does the Trust currently use simulation to train any staff groups (e.g., consultants, resident doctors, nurses, allied health professionals, etc.)?

No

2. If yes, what simulation methodologies are employed (e.g., role-play with actors, digital avatars, augmented reality, virtual reality, or other approaches)?

Not applicable.  See our response to Question 1 above.

3. What were the initial setup costs for implementing simulation training?

Not applicable.  See our response to Question 1 above.

4. What are the ongoing annual costs, if any, associated with maintaining and delivering simulation training?

Not applicable.  See our response to Question 1 above.

5. How many trainees did the Trust host in the last financial year (2024/2025) who were enrolled in training for a mental health–related profession?

1,509 Trainees