Nursing simulation education environment
AI-Powered Simulation Platform

Build Competency, One Simulation at a Time

Create focused, scenario-based experiences mapped directly to AACN Essentials. Build, share, and deploy nursing simulations that develop clinical judgment and competency.

Each Simulation Is a Micro-Course

Every simulation is a self-contained learning module with clear competency alignment.

Faculty authoring simulation content

Faculty Authoring

Create comprehensive simulation outlines with our intuitive multi-step builder. Define learning objectives, patient scenarios, and assessment criteria with ease.

Simulation marketplace and catalog

Marketplace

Browse and discover simulations created by nursing educators nationwide. Find peer-reviewed and clinically verified content for your curriculum.

AACN competency mapping interface

Competency Mapping

AI-powered alignment to AACN 2021 Essentials domains and competencies. Automatically map your learning outcomes to professional standards.

AACN Aligned

Every simulation maps to specific AACN 2021 Essentials domains and competencies.

AI-Powered

Intelligent domain mapping and scenario suggestions powered by advanced AI.

Community Driven

Browse, share, and discover simulations created by nursing educators.

Export Ready

Complete simulation outlines ready for deployment or LMS integration.

How It Works

Create comprehensive simulation outlines in minutes with our guided builder.

1

Choose Course

Select course category and clinical topic

2

Define Outcomes

Specify learning objectives and protocols

3

Map Competencies

AI suggests AACN domain alignments

4

Build Scenario

Create patient scenario and select modality

5

Publish & Share

Export or share in marketplace

See It In Action

Platform Demo

Watch how SIM Essentials transforms nursing simulation development with AI-powered tools and AACN alignment.

3-minute overview of SIM Essentials for nursing faculty and deans

Got Questions?

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about SIM Essentials

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