VASSA26

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VASSA26

VASSA's 2:1 Recommendations

Simulation-based education is a powerful tool in healthcare training, offering high-impact learning experiences that can enhance clinical competence. The Virginia State Simulation Alliance (VASSA) has developed recommendations for implementing a 2:1 simulation ratio, ensuring that simulation-based clinical hours meet high standards and regulatory guidelines. Learn more about the criteria and best practices for High-Intensity Simulation-Based Education (HiSBE) by reading the full recommendations here:

Recommendations Document

Join us at VASSA26 in Roanoke, VA

VASSA26 is July 27-29, 2026, in Roanoke, VA at Hotel Roanoke. The conference will feature hot topics like moulage, research, technology, sustainability, and advancing best practice. Hotel Roanoke is a historic, state-of-the-art, hotel and conference center; and a few steps away from downtown Roanoke. VASSA invites you to contribute your experience and expertise to the upcoming conference, which is expected to be a memorable experience!

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20 Years of Simulation Excellence!

The 2025 Virginia State Simulation Alliance (VASSA) Conference marked two decades of innovation, collaboration, and leadership in simulation-based education. The milestone event brought together educators, clinicians, and simulation enthusiasts for three dynamic days of learning, sharing, and connection.

Celebrating Simulation Empowering Today, Inspiring Tomorrow honors our journey while looking ahead to the future of healthcare simulation.

A Look Back at VASSA25

Simulation Research

Do you want to develop, implement, and/or publish research on healthcare simulation?

More Simulation Research

Membership Dues

We are currently pausing VASSA membership enrollment while the Board of Directors implements exciting updates to our membership structure. More details will be shared in the coming months.

Membership Portal

Greetings From The President

Welcome to VASSA’s website – a resource that will help to keep everyone up to date with VASSA initiatives….

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Highlights

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Past VASSA Conferences

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Become a member and connect with like-minded health professionals in the field of simulation.

We are currently pausing VASSA membership enrollment while the Board of Directors implements exciting updates to our membership structure. More details will be shared in the coming months.