EMS Unveils Scalable Simulation Platform to Reshape Medical Training

WAYNE, Pa. – March 31, 2026 – In a significant move to address the evolving demands of medical education, Education Management Solutions (EMS) today announced the launch of SIMULATIONiQ™ 2.0. The next-generation platform is engineered as a scalable, tiered healthcare simulation management solution designed to provide flexible and powerful training tools for institutions of all sizes, from local community colleges to large, multi-campus university hospital systems.

The launch comes at a critical time, as the healthcare simulation market, valued at over $3.4 billion in 2026, continues its rapid expansion. This growth is fueled by an urgent need to enhance patient safety, standardize clinical training, and provide realistic practice environments that are not always available in live clinical settings. SIMULATIONiQ™ 2.0 aims to meet this demand with a modular approach that allows institutions to tailor their technology to both current needs and future ambitions.

A Scalable Solution for Modern Healthcare Education

At the core of SIMULATIONiQ™ 2.0's design is a flexible, three-tiered structure built on a unified platform. This model breaks from the traditional one-size-fits-all approach, empowering educational programs to select a solution level that aligns precisely with their operational complexity, educational goals, and budgetary constraints. All three tiers support both on-premises and cloud-based deployments and are capable of multi-site integration, ensuring a seamless experience for growing organizations.

"With SIMULATIONiQ 2.0, we're giving our customers the flexibility to choose the right level of technology for their program today, while ensuring they have a clear path to grow in the future," said Lou Faustini, CEO of EMS, in the official announcement. "This scalable approach allows institutions to maximize their investment, streamline operations, and ultimately improve learner outcomes through smarter, more connected simulation experiences."

The base tier provides a robust foundation for any simulation program, offering essential capabilities such as high-definition video capture, integration with patient manikins, live viewing of sessions, and tools for immediate recording, playback, and debriefing. This ensures even programs with limited resources can implement high-quality, reliable simulation training.

As institutions grow, they can upgrade to more advanced tiers that introduce sophisticated operational and educational tools. These include comprehensive scheduling and resource management systems, enhanced analytics dashboards, and EMS's proprietary ADVANCEDiQ AI scoring features. For large-scale enterprises, the top-tier solution unlocks a full suite of features, including automated paging, support for complex Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCEs), and deep integration with standardized patient programs, creating a fully interconnected simulation ecosystem.

Meeting a Growing Demand in a Competitive Market

The introduction of a highly scalable platform like SIMULATIONiQ™ 2.0 is a strategic response to a market projected to reach $6.33 billion by 2030. The increasing complexity of medical procedures and a heightened focus on minimizing medical errors have made simulation an indispensable component of modern healthcare education. It provides a controlled, risk-free environment where students and professionals can practice critical skills, make mistakes, and learn without jeopardizing patient safety.

EMS enters a competitive landscape populated by established leaders like Laerdal Medical, known for its realistic manikins and SimCapture software, and Elevate Healthcare (formerly CAE Healthcare), which offers a broad spectrum of simulation solutions. However, SIMULATIONiQ™ 2.0's explicit emphasis on a tiered, scalable architecture serves as a key differentiator. By allowing institutions to enter at a manageable level and grow within a single platform, EMS is targeting a broad segment of the market—from institutions just beginning to build their simulation centers to those looking to optimize and expand existing, complex operations.

This flexibility is crucial for resource allocation. Financial decision-makers in hospitals and universities can invest confidently, knowing the system can evolve with their program. This avoids the costly scenario of having to replace an entire system when needs outgrow its initial capabilities, positioning the platform as a smart, long-term investment rather than a simple technology purchase.

Beyond the Debrief: AI-Powered Performance Insights

Perhaps the most forward-looking aspect of SIMULATIONiQ™ 2.0 is the integration of artificial intelligence through its ADVANCEDiQ AI scoring features. This technology represents a significant leap beyond traditional, observation-based assessment and aligns with the broader industry shift toward competency-based medical education.

In a traditional debriefing session, feedback can be subjective and limited to what an instructor can observe in real-time. AI-driven analytics change this paradigm by systematically processing vast amounts of data from a simulation—including video feeds, patient manikin logs, and checklist completions. The system can then generate objective, data-driven reports on learner performance, highlighting both strengths and areas needing improvement with a level of granularity that is difficult to achieve manually.

This automated analysis promises to save educators significant time, freeing them from tedious review tasks to focus on higher-level coaching and mentoring. For learners, it offers personalized, consistent, and immediate feedback that can accelerate skill acquisition. By tracking performance across multiple simulations, the platform enables a true competency-based approach, where progress is measured by demonstrated skill rather than hours logged. This data-rich environment not only enhances individual learning but also provides program administrators with powerful insights into curriculum effectiveness and overall cohort performance.

Investing in the Future of Clinical Education

By offering a modular, cloud-ready, and AI-enhanced platform, Education Management Solutions is positioning SIMULATIONiQ™ 2.0 not just as a tool for today, but as a foundational investment for the future of clinical training. The platform’s architecture directly supports key industry trends, including the growing demand for remote and distributed learning models. With cloud deployment and multi-site integration, institutions can connect learners and educators across different geographical locations, expanding access to high-quality training.

This scalability is also a critical tool in addressing the global shortage of healthcare professionals. To meet rising demand, educational institutions must train more students more efficiently without compromising quality. An integrated platform that streamlines scheduling, automates assessment, and provides rich data insights can help programs scale up their operations effectively.

The launch of SIMULATIONiQ™ 2.0 reflects a deeper understanding of the modern educational landscape, where technology must be adaptable, intelligent, and financially sustainable. By empowering institutions to build and expand their simulation capabilities incrementally, EMS is helping to create a more robust and responsive training infrastructure. Ultimately, the goal is to bridge the gap between classroom learning and clinical reality, ensuring the next generation of healthcare providers is better prepared than ever before.