ACEPHAP and Boston Children's Hospital Collaborate to Revolutionize Healthcare Education

The Africa Center of Excellence for Population Health and Policy (ACEPHAP) has taken a significant step forward in healthcare education by partnering with Boston Children's Hospital, a renowned institution affiliated with Harvard Medical School. Together, they have organized a transformative five-day intensive training workshop on healthcare simulation.

The workshop, held at the Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital, brought together a diverse group of participants from ACEPHAP, the Departments of Pediatrics, Obstetrics and Gynecology, and Nursing Sciences. The goal? To equip these healthcare providers with the skills and knowledge to utilize simulation as an effective teaching tool.

Simulation-based learning offers a unique opportunity to create realistic scenarios where healthcare professionals can practice their skills in a safe and controlled environment. By immersing learners in real-world situations, simulation can enhance critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.

Professor Hadiza Galadanci, the Director of ACEPHAP, expressed her excitement about this groundbreaking initiative. She emphasized the importance of adopting innovative teaching methods, especially in the face of challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic. By embracing virtual and digital learning, ACEPHAP aims to provide high-quality education that prepares healthcare professionals for the future.

As the participants embark on their journey to implement simulation-based learning, ACEPHAP's state-of-the-art simulation laboratory stands ready to support their efforts. This collaboration between ACEPHAP and Boston Children's Hospital marks a significant milestone in the advancement of healthcare education in Nigeria.