Center for Excellence in Healthcare Practice (CEHP)
University of Mobile’s Center for Excellence in Healthcare Practice (CEHP) provides hands-on clinical and lab experience for students in the College of Health Professions, including the School of Nursing, School of Health and Sports Science and School of Nurse Anesthesia. Utilizing cutting-edge simulators and augmented reality in the classroom, students receive a comprehensive learning experience that mirrors real-life scenarios.
NURSING
Designed to support hands-on education, our nursing skills lab features low-fidelity mannequins that help students safely learn and practice clinical skills in a realistic and low-pressure environment. From inserting catheters to administering injections and performing basic assessments, students master the basic competencies required to perform safe, effective patient care before ever entering a hospital setting. Our faculty-led sessions and guided practice opportunities ensure that every student gains the confidence and competence needed to succeed in clinicals and beyond.
HEALTH & SPORTS SCIENCE
UM’s School of Health and Sports Science’s mission is to develop and prepare individuals to be future leaders in a variety of health and sport science professions.
NURSE ANESTHESIA
The DNAP Skills Lab at the University of Mobile provides nurse anesthesia students with a high-fidelity, hands-on learning environment that bridges didactic knowledge with clinical practice. Equipped with advanced anesthesia workstations, airway management tools, ultrasound technology, and simulation task trainers, the lab supports the development of critical skills in a controlled and supportive setting. Students refine procedural techniques, crisis resource management, and patient safety practices in preparation for real-world anesthesia care. The DNAP Skills Lab reinforces the program’s commitment to excellence, competence, and confidence in clinical readiness.
NURSE PRACTITIONER
Our Nurse Practitioner students don’t just learn — they do. Throughout the program, they return to campus for immersive skills training in advanced procedures like suturing, Pap smears, and full physical assessments. These high-impact sessions boost confidence, sharpen clinical judgment, and prepare students to lead with excellence in real-world healthcare settings.
OBSTETRIC SIMULATION LAB
In the Obstetric Simulation Lab, there is a Lucina® birthing simulator. Lucina® possesses unrivaled realism and versatility. She is truly two patients encompassed in one simulator with abilities ranging from childbirth to advanced care medical surgical scenarios. In addition to Lucina®, the Center has a Noelle® birthing simulator which is designed to provide a complete birthing experience before, during, and after delivery. A Pedi Blue® Neonate, a Susie Simon® infant care simulator, and a Laerdal pediatric medium fidelity simulator are also included for pediatric simulation experiences.
MEDICAL SURGICAL SIMULATION LAB
The Medical Surgical Simulation Lab houses an iStan® which is a prestigious simulator offering realistic care experiences for the student. iStan® is the most advanced wireless patient simulator on the market, with excellent articulation and full mobile capabilities. He can simulate a basic level patient experience to a most advanced situation including trauma.
SKILLS LAB
In addition to the two simulation labs, the Center has a Skills Lab which includes 5 patient beds with skill training manikins. Multiple task trainers are included in the lab and provide the support for modalities in patient care. The Skills Lab is set up to simulate a realistic hospital experience with air, suction, and other equipment utilized in daily patient care. The Skills Lab also includes a high fidelity SimMan® simulator. This simulator offers comprehensive clinical function for teaching airway, breathing, cardiac, and circulation management for healthcare disciplines.
DEBRIEFING ROOM
A debriefing room is designated for students and faculty to review simulation experiences and discuss challenges and strengths. High definition video is captured throughout the simulation and is played back for student review during the debriefing session.
Simulation Program Mission Statement
The mission of the University of Mobile Celia Wallace College of Health Professions Simulation Program is to provide quality healthcare education in a Christian environment using high-fidelity simulation learning experiences to best prepare future healthcare professionals to make safe decisions using sound clinical judgment.
Simulation Program Vision Statement
The vision of the University of Mobile Celia Wallace College of Health Professions Simulation Program is to ignite a passion within each student to step fully into the calling God has placed on their life to improve the health and wellness of those in need.
A Health Assessment and Sports Science Lab is also included in the Center. This lab has a SimMan® Classic simulator. This simulator allows for multimodal assessment of systems geared towards healthcare professionals. The lab allows for the training and evaluation of students in professional skills and activities.
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