Clinical Skills Development Service

CSDS turns 21

Today marks a special milestone for CSDS, we are turning 21! What began as a small program has grown into one of the largest healthcare simulation services in the southern hemisphere, training thousands of...

Exploring simulation-based training at CSDS

Have you ever wondered what a course at CSDS looks like? Maternity Emergency Program – Foundation (MEP-FC) isn’t your typical lecture-based course. Instead, it’s a dynamic simulation workshop designed for medical and midwifery...

What is Clinical Supervision?

As a nurse or midwife, you dedicate your life to caring for others, but who supports you? Clinical Supervision, it’s about taking time out to feel supported, resilient, safe, and confident in your practice as a nurse or midwife. Clinical...

Crafting an ICC Little Annie Rib Insert Pad

In medical simulation training, attention to detail is paramount. A standout innovation is the ICC Little Annie Rib Insert Pad, crafted by Simulation Assistant Bill Nancarrow, to boost realism in ICC insertion training. With 3 years at CSDS, Bill...

Happy International Women’s Day!

Today, March 8th, marks International Women’s Day #IWD2024, a day dedicated to celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women worldwide. IWD is not only a time to celebrate women’s achievements but also a...

Queensland Women’s Week 2024

Queensland Women’s Week, #QWW24, runs from 3-10 March, and celebrates the achievements and leadership of Queensland women and girls. This week offers a platform for women and girls statewide to unite, share knowledge, and celebrate women’s...