SIM+ Critical Ventilation

Confidence on the Vent, Clarity Under Pressure

Canada’s only ventilator course built for frontline clinicians. This program combines real-world simulation with hands-on ventilator training, giving you the skills and confidence to manage BiPAP, HFNC, and invasive ventilation—even without RT support.

the OVERVIEW

Duration: Full-day (8–9 hours)

Location: Delivered in your hospital or at scheduled central events

Hospital Capacity: Up to 12 participants
Open Access Capacity: Up to 8 participants

Format: 12+ rapid fire simulation cases

Cost:

Hospitals: Starting at $7,500 + HST
Open Access: $1,300 + HST (physician), $800 + HST (non-physician/resident)

  • ​Group Discounts: Available for teams booking together. Minimum of 7 Participants Required.

  • This session is eligible for 8 Mainpro+ Certified Assessment Activity Credits and 8 Mainpro+ Certified Activity Credits per 8-hour session.

the experience

Practical Pearls – Tips that translate directly to ED and ICU shifts

Small Group Format – Limited seats for maximum interaction and individualized coaching

Simulation-Based Decision-Making – Manage SCAPE, severe asthma, bronchiolitis, and other acute cases in real time

Invasive Ventilation Basics – Modes, initial settings, alarms, and waveform interpretation

Non-Invasive Support – BiPAP and HFNC setup, patient selection, and troubleshooting

12+ Rapid-Fire Cases – Maximum hands-on time at the ventilator, practicing troubleshooting and escalation under pressure

Pre-Course Preparation – 1+ hour of in-house video modules and the SIM+ Critical Ventilation Manual included with registration

  • Ventilators save lives — but for many clinicians, they’re a source of uncertainty and stress.

    Settings, alarms, and patient changes can feel overwhelming, especially without daily exposure or reliable RT support.

    SIM+ Critical Ventilation takes the fear out of the ventilator by blending practical instruction with high-stakes simulation, so you’re ready to make confident, timely decisions when your patient’s life depends on it.

    • Emergency and ICU clinicians: physicians, nurses, NPs, PAs, and RTs

    • Hospitals aiming to strengthen team-wide ventilator knowledge

    • Clinicians working without 24/7 RT coverage or on unfamiliar equipment

    • Individuals looking to build confidence in high-acuity ventilation scenarios

    • Dual Expertise – Taught by emergency physicians and experienced RT educators

    • Maximum Hands-On Time – Direct practice with the ventilator and real equipment, not just theory

    • Blended Learning – Clear instruction + videos + course manual + rapid-fire simulation

    • Real-World Design – Built for both individual clinicians and interprofessional teams

    • Take-Home Resources – Includes 1+ hour of pre-course video modules and the SIM+ Critical Ventilation Manual for ongoing reference

FEEDBACK FROM THE FRONTLINE

  • "This is exactly what I needed and exceeded all of my expectations. I now have greater confidence in setting up and managing all ventilator equipment if there is no RT."

    Emergency Physician, Ingersoll, Ontario

  • "This course completely changed how I approach ventilated patients. I walked in nervous and walked out confident."

    Emergency Physician, Chatham, Ontario

  • "Excellent course, well organized, and very informative. The SIM cases were interactive and useful. Exactly what I needed to feel more confident managing the vent."

    Emergency Physician, Oakville, Ontario

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