Current Status of Medical Simulation Training in Japan

Abstract

We examined the current status of simulation training in Japan. Participants and methods：We specifically evaluated 38 courses of simulation training. We compared developers, subjects, course objectives, and number of days of course attendance. Results：In Group A, 86.7% of the training involved knowledge, technical skills, and nontechnical skills. However, in Groups B and C, this proportion was lower. Mean number of days of attendance was 1.87 days for Group A, 1.36 days for Group B, and 1.13 days for Group C. Discussion：The course developed in Japan covered a substantial amount of material in a short time. In terms of learning efficiency, this training is inadequate. Knowledge by self-learning is best obtained through e-learning, and technical and nontechnical skills are best learned through group training.