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SimCast - Ep62 - Why Every University Needs a Simulation Centre Manager

In this epsidoe, Tony and Lawrence sit down with Nick Turton, Simulation Centre Manager at the University of Nottingham’s Faculty of Medicine & Health Sciences. Nick oversees a highly evolved simulation ecosystem, including a faculty-wide clinical skills service, a specialist technical workforce, and a 100-strong simulated patient network. Together, we explore what a Simulation Centre Manager actually does, why the role is vital for universities, and how strategic leadership, governance, and financial management underpin high-quality simulation-based education. From VR labs to mannequin maintenance, student experience to long-term planning, Nick offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at how large-scale simulation centres really operate. If you’ve ever wondered how simulation infrastructure is built, sustained, and future-proofed, this is one to watch. Enjoy the episode? Leave a like. Didn’t? Leave a dislike and tell us why—every bit of feedback helps us improve. Subscribe to stay updated, hit the notification bell, and remember: SimCast is available on all major podcast platforms. Chapters (optional – add if using YouTube chapters): 00:00 Intro 00:36 Who is Nick Turton? 03:00 What does a Simulation Centre Manager do? 08:00 Technician roles & specialisms 14:00 Simulated patient network 18:00 VR labs & advanced tech 22:00 Simulation budgets & financial challenges 29:00 Governance & faculty-level decision-making 36:00 Technician development & career pathways 44:00 Why universities need simulation managers 49:00 Final thoughts