The SimCapture Cloud Exam System is designed to streamline the management of Objective Structured Clinical Exams (OSCEs), where learners engage in simulated encounters-often with Standardized Patients (SPs). This system supports multiple roles and workflows through four dedicated interfaces and customizable exam flows.

Exam System Components

1. Student Interface

• Location: Computer outside the exam room
• Purpose: Allows learners to log in, start/stop recordings (if enabled), and complete evaluations
• Access: Via a tray application installed on the computer

2. Patient Interface

• Location: Computer inside the exam room
• Purpose: Displays a timer and patient evaluations
• Access: Via a tray application

3. Control Interface

• Location: Accessible from anywhere
• Purpose: Used by administrators or proctors to configure rooms, start/stop exams, and monitor room status
• Access: Through the SimCapture Cloud website (Global Navigation > Control)

4. Monitor Interface

• Location: Anywhere with live streaming access
• Purpose: Enables monitors to observe sessions and complete evaluations
• Access: Via the Control Interface by selecting the video icon

Exam States & Flows

SimCapture supports customizable exam flows with configurable steps:

Honor Code

• Appears on: Student Interface
• Behavior: Students must accept the honor code to proceed
• Customizable: Add/edit in System Setup

Door Notes

• Appears on: Student Interface
• Behavior: Displays encounter instructions; students click "Continue" to proceed
• Customizable: Add text/media; cannot include questions

Encounter

• Appears on: All interfaces
• Behavior: Central exam phase where students interact with SPs; sessions are recorded
• Customizable:
  • Start/Stop: Student-run or Proctor-run
  • Timers: Hard (auto-advance) or Soft (manual)
  • Evaluations: EMR and other tools available during the encounter

Post-Encounter

• Appears on: Student and/or Patient Interface
• Behavior: Time for completing evaluations after the encounter
• Customizable:
  • Evaluations: Student, SP, or both
  • Timers: Hard or Soft
  • Auto-generation: Evaluations appear in session debrief if not completed during the exam

Customizing Exam Flows

You can tailor exam flows to include:

• Honor Code
• Door Notes
• EMR (Electronic Medical Record)
• Student & Patient Evaluations
• Audio Announcements
• Follow-ups

Proctor and Student Control

• Proctor-Driven: Proctors start/stop sessions from the Control Interface
• Student-Driven: Students control their own recordings

Choose the model that best fits your exam structure and staffing.

Audio Announcements & Follow-Ups

• Audio Announcements: Notify participants when 5, 2, or 1 minute remains
• Follow-Up: A second recording phase where learners return to the room for feedback or simulated result delivery

Summary

The SimCapture Cloud Exam System offers a flexible, role-based framework for managing OSCEs with precision and ease. With customizable flows, integrated evaluations, and real-time monitoring, it supports a wide range of educational needs.

Need help configuring your exam flow or interfaces? Visit the SimCapture Help Center or contact your administrator.