Why ODU for MHPE certificate online?

Managing a healthcare simulation program involves strategic planning, resource coordination, and operational oversight. The Medical & Health Professions Education Simulation Program Management Certificate is designed for healthcare professionals who want to build essential skills in simulation center leadership.

In this program, you will:

  • Learn the financial and operational elements of simulation center management
  • Plan for staffing, equipment, and space allocation
  • Develop a business model that supports both internal needs and external partnerships

This certificate is offered in collaboration with the Sentara Center for Healthcare Simulation and Immersive Learning at EVMS.

When you complete this certificate, you will be prepared to manage simulation program logistics, align resources with institutional priorities, and guide the growth of simulation-based education.

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Program Information

Total
3 Credit Hours

You will take one required course (Business of Simulation) to complete the MHPE Simulation Program Management certificate.

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This online graduate MPHE certificate in Simulation Program Management is ideal for professionals who oversee or aspire to manage healthcare simulation centers and operations.

Ideal applicants include:

  • Simulation center staff, coordinators and technicians moving into management roles.
  • Clinicians, educators or program administrators responsible for budgeting, staffing, space and equipment planning.
  • Professionals building business models or partnerships for simulation services and external clients.
  • Operations leaders seeking skills in financial management, resource allocation and strategic growth for simulation-based education.

Access course materials online from any location. Many classes don't have a scheduled meeting time, so you can fit class into your personal schedule. The instructor may schedule assignments and exams at specific times. All courses follow ODU's regular academic calendar.

Peggy E. Gesing, Ph.D.
Associate Professor
Medical and Health Professions Education, PhD or EdD
GesingME@odu.edu
757-446-0524

Robert K. Armstrong
Assistant Professor
Sentara Center for Simulation and Immersive Learning at EVMS: Professional Skills Center
armstrrk@odu.edu
757-446-7121

Amanda K. Burbage, Ph.D.(she/her)
Assistant Professor
Medical and Health Professions Education
burbagak@odu.edu
757.446.0598

Diane R. Holland, MPA, MHRM
Director, Training and Workforce Development
Community Health, Education, and Training
hollandr@odu.edu
757.446.6089

Kara A. Kelton
Teacher
Medical and Health Professions Education, PhD or EdD
keltonka@odu.edu
757-446-0524

Laura R. Soulsby, PhD
Teacher
Medical and Health Professions Education, PhD or EdD
soulsblr@evms.edu

Jennifer L. Styron, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Sentara Center for Simulation and Immersive Learning at EVMS: Professional Skills Center
styronjl@odu.edu
757-446-8457

Tiffany S. Wiggins, PhD
Teacher
Medical and Health Professions Education, PhD or EdD
wiggints@evms.edu

Total
3 Credit Hours

You will take one required course (Business of Simulation) to complete the MHPE Simulation Program Management certificate.

Explore Course in the Graduate Catalog

This online graduate MPHE certificate in Simulation Program Management is ideal for professionals who oversee or aspire to manage healthcare simulation centers and operations.

Ideal applicants include:

  • Simulation center staff, coordinators and technicians moving into management roles.
  • Clinicians, educators or program administrators responsible for budgeting, staffing, space and equipment planning.
  • Professionals building business models or partnerships for simulation services and external clients.
  • Operations leaders seeking skills in financial management, resource allocation and strategic growth for simulation-based education.

Access course materials online from any location. Many classes don't have a scheduled meeting time, so you can fit class into your personal schedule. The instructor may schedule assignments and exams at specific times. All courses follow ODU's regular academic calendar.

Peggy E. Gesing, Ph.D.
Associate Professor
Medical and Health Professions Education, PhD or EdD
GesingME@odu.edu
757-446-0524

Robert K. Armstrong
Assistant Professor
Sentara Center for Simulation and Immersive Learning at EVMS: Professional Skills Center
armstrrk@odu.edu
757-446-7121

Amanda K. Burbage, Ph.D.(she/her)
Assistant Professor
Medical and Health Professions Education
burbagak@odu.edu
757.446.0598

Diane R. Holland, MPA, MHRM
Director, Training and Workforce Development
Community Health, Education, and Training
hollandr@odu.edu
757.446.6089

Kara A. Kelton
Teacher
Medical and Health Professions Education, PhD or EdD
keltonka@odu.edu
757-446-0524

Laura R. Soulsby, PhD
Teacher
Medical and Health Professions Education, PhD or EdD
soulsblr@evms.edu

Jennifer L. Styron, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Sentara Center for Simulation and Immersive Learning at EVMS: Professional Skills Center
styronjl@odu.edu
757-446-8457

Tiffany S. Wiggins, PhD
Teacher
Medical and Health Professions Education, PhD or EdD
wiggints@evms.edu

Business of Simulation

One Course, One Certificate

Today’s simulation centers are analogous to small businesses, in that they involve small teams leveraging limited resources to support the mission critical needs of clients (students, faculty, residents, practicing clinicians, etc.). Like small businesses, it is critical for simulation leaders to understand and manage both immediate and long term resource requirements and planning considerations be they funding, staff, equipment, or space related. This certificate explores the core business principles required to help leaders both better manage their center and develop or hone their business model for both internal and external opportunities.

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Cost & Aid

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Calculating Cost
In-state Virginia Residents
$486 per credit hour*
Out-of-State Students
$817 per credit hour

Rates are effective Fall 2025 and subject to change.
* In-state rate assumes residency requirements are met.

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Scholarship Opportunities for Online Students

At ODUGlobal, we offer a variety of scholarships to support and empower you in achieving your academic and career goals, making quality education accessible wherever you are. 
 

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Careers

Simulation centers need skilled professionals who can oversee operations, manage resources, and support instructional goals.

Career paths for certificate holders include:

  • Simulation center manager or director
  • Clinical simulation operations coordinator
  • Program administrator for health professions education
  • Simulation education specialist
  • Strategic planner for simulation-based training programs
Education Administrators, Postsecondary
Growth
2.9%
Median Salary
$102,610
Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary
Growth
18.8%
Median Salary
$105,650

Ready to Apply?

Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with a minimum GPA of 2.5.

Additional requirements for International applications include a course-by-course evaluation of foreign transcripts (WES or ECE preferred), TOEFL scores (if applicable), and translated transcripts if not originally in English.

Explore all admission requirements in the Graduate Catalog.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until the cohort is filled.

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