Lier – Thomas More University in Lier has inaugurated a new Nursing and Midwifery training centre designed to enhance practical education for future healthcare professionals. Campus manager Peter Vervoort and coordinator Eva Eelen emphasize the incorporation of realistic simulations, patient-focused design, and advanced technology, reports 24brussels.
The newly opened facility features a state-of-the-art delivery room where nursing and midwifery students can hone essential medical procedures. According to VRT News, instructors utilize a control room to create real-life scenarios, employing advanced simulation dolls that require delivery, resuscitation, or urgent care interventions.
These training sessions are streamed live to a designated room, enabling other students to observe and assess the conducted exercises. While contemporary in its design, the new space is smaller than the previous skills centre, reflecting a focused approach to education.
Transforming nursing education at Thomas More Lier
The centre’s layout and design prioritize realistic training and modern healthcare practices. Campus manager Peter Vervoort noted that the facility highlights the significance of patient experience within hospitals. “The earthy colours and light create a calming environment for students. This can help with stress during practical exams,” he stated.
“The earthy colours and light create a calming environment for students. This can help with stress during practical exams.”
Eva Eelen, teacher and coordinator of the skills centre, emphasized the import of creating a conducive learning atmosphere.
The building is equipped with advanced educational technology to facilitate learning and ensure patient safety. Students can engage with speaking simulation manikins to practice both medical procedures and communication in lifelike situations. Additionally, smart sensors, including bed-exit detection lights, are integrated into the training modules to foster patient safety awareness. This facility serves multiple functions, encompassing lessons, practical exams, and independent practice.
“The nurses of tomorrow must be technologically agile,”
Vervoort emphasized the necessity for students to develop these skills during their training.
“It’s important that they practice this during their training.”
Dating back to 1995, Thomas More University of Applied Sciences in Lier has a rich history in nursing and midwifery education. Over the years, the university has expanded its curriculum to incorporate more advanced practical training and simulation-based learning methodologies. The establishment of the first dedicated skills centre in 2010 marked a significant evolution, providing students with dedicated resources to practice medical procedures.
