The University of Utah College of Nursing Simulation Center is a nationally recognized leader in simulation-based experiential learning, supporting undergraduate and graduate nursing education while advancing interprofessional collaboration across the health sciences. The 12,600-square-foot center provides immersive learning experiences ranging from foundational skills development to complex clinical decision-making, using standardized patients, high-fidelity simulation, virtual reality and emerging technologies. Serving thousands of learners annually, the center partners with academic programs, healthcare organizations and community agencies to strengthen workforce readiness, patient safety and clinical competence. As a founding partner of the University of Utah’s Center for Interprofessional Simulation-Based Experiential Learning, the simulation center is helping create a coordinated, systemwide approach to simulation education, research and innovation. Through its commitment to evidence-based practice, educational excellence and continuous innovation, the center prepares healthcare professionals to deliver safe, effective and compassionate patient care.
Becker's Recognition
University of Utah Healthhas been named a Becker's honoree on the lists below.
2026 Winner

Hospital & Health Systems
100 Hospitals and Health Systems With Great Oncology Programs
These organizations have earned national recognition for their work in cancer care. These programs offer leading-edge clinical trials and pioneer research discoveries that expand access to care and enhance patient outcomes.
2023 Winner

Hospital & Health Systems
70 Hospitals and Health Systems with Spine and Neuroscience Programs to Know
Becker’s is delighted to release its list of hospitals and health systems with spine and neuroscience programs to know. These programs are renowned for their excellent outcomes, leading surgical techniques and cutting-edge research.
They also feature leaders and top specialists in the field, robust research programs and innovative clinical trials. Many hospitals and health systems on this list have earned accolades for spine and neuroscience care from healthcare rankings organizations like U.S. News & World Report and Healthgrades.
2023 Winner

Hospital & Health Systems
34 Hospitals and Health Systems with Great Simulation and Education Programs
Becker’s is proud to name 34 hospitals and health systems with great simulation and education programs, which provide students and professionals with the opportunity to develop necessary skills in realistic yet controlled environments.
Hospitals and health systems with simulation and education programs see improved patient outcomes, reduced healthcare costs and enhanced patient safety. The following programs offer cutting-edge technologies, lifelike scenarios and safe environments that build provider confidence through practical application.
2024 Winner

Hospital & Health Systems
Health Systems with Top Simulation / Education Programs
Hospitals and health systems with simulation and education programs see improved patient outcomes, reduced healthcare costs and enhanced patient safety. The following programs offer cutting-edge technologies, lifelike scenarios and safe environments that build provider confidence through practical application.
2024 Winner

Hospital & Health Systems
Hospitals With Great Neuro / Spine Programs
They also feature leaders and top specialists in the field, robust research programs and innovative clinical trials. Many hospitals and health systems on this list have earned accolades for spine and neuroscience care from healthcare rankings organizations like U.S. News & World Report and Healthgrades.
2025 Winner

Hospital & Health Systems
Hospital and Health Systems With Great Oncology Programs
2025 Winner

2026 Winner

93 Hospital and Health System Simulation and Education Programs to Know
Hospitals and health systems with simulation and education programs see improved patient outcomes, reduced healthcare costs and enhanced patient safety. The following programs offer cutting-edge technologies, lifelike scenarios and safe environments that build provider confidence through practical application.
