Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College’s Bryant Center Healthcare Simulation Center has earned reaccreditation in Teaching/Education from the Society for Simulation in Healthcare (SSH). This recognition reaffirms the college’s commitment to excellence in healthcare simulation education, ensuring students in nursing and health profession programs receive cutting-edge training that prepares them for real-world challenges.

The reaccreditation process, conducted by SSH’s Board of Review and the Council for Accreditation of Healthcare Simulation Programs, involved a comprehensive evaluation of the Simulation Center’s programs, facilities, and practices. This accreditation highlights MGCCC’s dedication to providing an exceptional learning environment that meets rigorous standards.

“Achieving reaccreditation from SSH is a significant milestone,” said Dr. Joan Hendrix, Associate Vice President for the School of Nursing and Health Professions at MGCCC. “It demonstrates our unwavering commitment to equipping our students with the skills and confidence needed to excel in their healthcare careers. Simulation-based education is an integral part of our curriculum, enabling students to practice critical decision-making in a safe, controlled environment.”

MGCCC’s Simulation Center is a state-of-the-art facility that offers realistic healthcare scenarios for students, using advanced technology and hands-on learning to enhance their clinical skills. The Center is integral to training future nurses, paramedics, radiologic technologists, and other healthcare professionals, ensuring they are well-prepared to provide high-quality care.

This reaccreditation assures students, faculty, and the community that MGCCC continues to set the standard in healthcare education, fostering excellence in both teaching and learning.