Assessment of the need for simulation application in nursing education at University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Hue University

Introduction: Simulation methods in nursing training are increasingly popular. The purpose of this study is to examine the necessity for simulation methods in nursing training and the readiness of nursing students at Hue University of Medicine and Pharmacy. Methodology: Participants include nursing professionals, lecturers, and nursing students. Combining qualitative and quantitative research approaches based on existing questionnaires to survey study participants. In order to analyze the data, descriptive statistics and content analysis were applied. Results: 100% of faculties realize the importance and necessity of the simulation method in nursing education. Simulation enhances clinical decision-making abilities (4.21 ± 0.80) and collaboration (4.29 ± 0.82). The simulation challenge was that some simulations were not appropriate for the Vietnamese context (3.93 ± 0.73). The simulation preparedness of students was average (61.23 ± 10.80). Conclusion: This conclusion demonstrates the critical necessity for simulation in nursing education. The simulation’s readiness on nursing students is moderate. As a result, the use of simulation in nursing education must be implemented and maintained. Key words: simulation, need assessment, student readiness, nursing education.