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Training and Education for Perfusion and Donor Care

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Advancing Clinical Excellence Through Structured Perfusion Education

Perfusion training and education programs deliver comprehensive clinical preparation for new and experienced perfusionists, supporting certification, ECMO management, and advanced extracorporeal support techniques. Through high-fidelity simulation, ABCP-aligned certification standards, clinical rotations, and structured competency development, our education model integrates simulation, mentorship, CEU opportunities, and real-world clinical exposure to strengthen professional readiness and patient safety.

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Excellence in Perfusion Education

Perfusion Solution Inc. is committed to advancing the profession through high-fidelity training, rigorous certification standards, and comprehensive educational support. Our programs prepare both new and experienced perfusionists for real-world clinical challenges while promoting a culture of continual learning and operational excellence.

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Our Training & Education Programs

ABCP Certified Simulation Center

We proudly maintain American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion (ABCP) certification and were recently recertified, reinforcing our commitment to clinical excellence and patient safety.

Our team undergoes structured training in:

  • Catastrophic event management
  • Emergency responses, including oxygenator failure
  • High-fidelity simulation scenarios

We conduct regular education to maintain confidence, preparedness, and alignment with national standards.

Perfusion Education Program (Pending Candidacy)

Perfusion Solution Inc. is partnering with Methodist College to establish a comprehensive Perfusion Education Program, currently pending candidacy approval with anticipated first class in the Fall of 2027.

Program Structure:

Year 1: Foundational didactic coursework utilizing active learning strategies and high-fidelity simulation.
Year 2: Clinical rotations at leading hospital sites, including Perfusion Solutions–supported locations.

Additional updates will be shared as candidacy progresses.

Clinical Rotation Sites

We support second-year perfusion students from various programs through structured clinical rotations that provide hands-on exposure to:

  • Cardiopulmonary bypass procedures
  • Simulation-based emergency scenarios
  • OR case participation under supervision
  • Real-time physiologic management
  • Our Clinical Instructors receive training on Perfusion Clinical Instruction

Our clinicians work directly with students to build competence and confidence in live surgical environments.

New Graduate Support & Certification Preparation

Upon graduation, new perfusionists receive structured mentorship and board preparation guidance led by Jacob Smith, M.Ed., Director of Education.

Support includes:

  • Exam-focused study materials
  • Exam-taking strategies
  • Targeted material review
  • Coordination with educational representatives
  • Ongoing mentorship and competency development

This transition model helps new professionals enter practice prepared and credentialed.

Company-Wide Journal Club (CEU-Eligible)

Our quarterly Journal Club promotes evidence-based discussion and offers Continuing Education Units (CEUs). Participants review featured research in advance and join structured virtual discussions that strengthen critical thinking and professional collaboration.

ELSO-Aligned Educational Practices

Our education framework aligns with the Extracorporeal Life Support Organization (ELSO) guidance, ensuring ECMO and cardiac bypass training reflect contemporary best practices.

We provide:

  • ECMO educational resources
  • Optional hospital refresher training
  • Simulation programs aligned with current standards

High-Fidelity Simulation Training

Our simulation program, designed and led by Director of Education Jacob Smith, M.Ed. (PhD candidate), delivers advanced perfusion training through immersive clinical scenarios.

Simulation capabilities include:

  • Califia Perfusion Simulator with up-to-date software
  • E-Sim Pro cannulation simulation
  • Emergency response drills
  • Equipment facilitation and hands-on training
  • Perfusion Solution Simulation Services is ABCP Certified

The program is undergoing technology enhancements to integrate updated workflows and modernized equipment.

ECMO Program Management

Perfusion Solution Inc. delivers comprehensive ECMO program management, integrating education, staffing, coordination, and a 24/7 ECMO call center.

  • Education & Training:  ECMO specialist courses, preceptorships, quarterly education, and simulation training for both new and established programs.
  • Turn‑Key ECMO Packages:  Structured program development that includes certification pathways, preceptorship, ongoing education, and continuous support to strengthen ECMO services.
  • Staffing Services:  Experienced ECMO specialists and support personnel available to ensure safe and consistent program coverage.
  • 24/7 ECMO Call Center:  Continuous clinical and technical support with virtual guidance, mentoring, and troubleshooting during active ECMO cases.

Together, these services support both ECMO program development and daily operational management.

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Your Path to Becoming a Perfusionist

 Whether you’re exploring the field or ready to begin training, Perfusion Solution Inc. provides clear guidance for every step of your journey.

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What Sets Our Education Model Apart

High‑Fidelity Simulation Training

Regular simulation scenarios are conducted annually using advanced perfusion simulators and realistic emergency case modeling. These simulations strengthen crisis management skills, reinforce protocol adherence, and prepare clinicians for rare but critical intraoperative events.

Dedicated Director of Education

Our education program is led by a Director of Education with advanced academic credentials who oversees curriculum design, competency validation, and continuous professional development initiatives across the organization.

CEU‑Eligible Journal Club

Our structured Journal Club provides continuing education opportunities while fostering discussion of emerging research, clinical innovations, and evidence‑based perfusion practices.

Academic & Institutional Partnerships

We maintain strong relationships with academic institutions and training programs to support student education, clinical rotations, and collaborative development of future perfusion professionals.

Structured Mentorship for New Graduates

New perfusionists receive individualized mentorship, clinical guidance, and support for board preparation to help them transition confidently from training into independent clinical practice.

ELSO‑Aligned Clinical Education Standards

Training and simulation programs follow guidance from the Extracorporeal Life Support Organization (ELSO), ensuring ECMO and extracorporeal support education aligns with recognized international standards.

Culture of Professional Growth & Innovation

Our education environment encourages continuous learning, research engagement, and innovation in perfusion practice, helping clinicians remain current with evolving technology and clinical techniques.

Real‑World Clinical Exposure

Training is reinforced through direct exposure to live surgical environments, multidisciplinary collaboration, and real clinical workflows, ensuring that education translates into confident bedside performance.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What training programs do you offer for perfusionists?

 We provide high-fidelity simulation training, alignment with ABCP certification, clinical rotations, mentorship programs, and CEU-eligible Journal Club education.

Is the Perfusion Education Program accredited?

 The program is currently pending candidacy approval with anticipated accreditation expected in Fall 2026.

Do you offer continuing education credits?

 Yes. Our Journal Club provides CEU opportunities while promoting research discussion and clinical development.

Do you support the preparation of new graduate boards?

 Yes. Structured mentorship and exam-focused preparation are provided to support successful ABCP certification.

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