Clinical Training Facility

About the Clinical Training Facility

The simulation team supports simulation education for students, residents, faculty and affiliated programs across multiple sites. The Clinical Training Facility (CTF) serves as a primary hub and houses the School’s Standardized Patient Program, which supports all UMKC health professions programs as well as several local hospitals and universities.

About CTF

Why Simulation Training?

Meet our team

Simulation Education Programs and Resources

Locations and Facilities

Explore the simulation education facilities available at our Kansas City and St. Joseph campuses to find out which location(s) match your needs. Then learn how to reserve a room or lab for your use.

Faculty Simulation Support

We provide faculty with the resources and training needed to lead simulation-based education, which is crucial to a well-rounded curriculum. Explore the resources we have available.

Student Simulation Support

The School of Medicine offers many ways to get involved in simulation, including student interest groups, opens hours for the clinical practice of medicine, and internship opportunities.

A student talks with a standardized patient in the simulation lab.

Standardized Patient Program

Standardized Patients (SPs) are people who portray patients or family members so learners may practice their examination and communication skills. In addition, UMKC SPs also evaluate simulation participants from the patient perspective. Learn more about SPs, including how to become one.

More to Explore

Simulation Center Policies

Find UMKC School of Medicine Simulation Center policies and procedures for faculty, students and staff.

SAGES FLS Testing

We are an approved testing site for the SAGES Fundamentals of Laparoscopic Surgery (FLS) program. Learn about available testing services, certification requirements, and registering for exams.

Contact Us

Laboratory Reservations and General Business Email: medicalskillslab@umkc.edu Phone: 816-235-1845 Address: UMKC School of Medicine Clinical Training Facility 2429 Charlotte Street Kansas City, MO 64108

Standardized Patient Program Email: umkcsp@umkc.edu Phone: 816-235-1845 Address: UMKC School of Medicine Clinical Training Facility 2429 Charlotte Street Kansas City, MO 64108