Established in 2005 by the ACS Division of Education, the ACS-AEI Program continues to lead the way in setting the highest standards for simulation-based surgical education and training. We are committed to delivering the highest-quality surgical education through rigorous accreditation, expert-driven methodology, and a dedication to continuous improvement.
Our mission is to:
- Promote patient safety through the effective use of simulation,
- Support lifelong learning for surgeons, trainees, and healthcare professionals,
- Expand access to cutting-edge surgical education, and
- Foster innovation and scholarship in simulation-based surgical training.
Why ACS-AEI Accreditation Matters: Strengthen, Sustain, and Showcase Surgical Education Excellence
Becoming an ACS-Accredited Education Institute (AEI) is a powerful way to demonstrate your center’s commitment to excellence, innovation, and patient safety in surgical education. Here’s why accreditation is a valuable investment:
- Recognition of Excellence
ACS-AEI accreditation positions your center as a leader in simulation-based surgical education. It signals to learners, faculty, and institutional partners that your programs meet rigorous national standards and are committed to continuous improvement.
- Enhanced Educational Quality
Accredited centers gain access to a wealth of resources in curriculum design, faculty development, and more. These resources help elevate the quality and consistency of your educational offerings.
- Collaboration and Networking
As part of the AEI Consortium, your center joins a global network of multidisciplinary professionals. This community fosters collaboration, sharing of best practices, and opportunities for joint research and innovation in surgical education.
- Support for Lifelong Learning
AEIs are at the forefront of advancing simulation-based education, supporting the ongoing development of surgeons, residents, medical students, and other healthcare professionals.
- Access to Exclusive Opportunities
Accredited centers shape the content of the annual ACS Surgical Simulation Summit, contribute to multi-institutional research, host hands-on ACS surgical skills courses, and apply for fellowship program accreditation—opportunities available only to AEIs.
- Demonstrated Commitment to Patient Safety
By aligning with ACS standards, your center reinforces its dedication to improving patient outcomes through high-quality, simulation-based training.
