Using the SimCapture Kiosk Interface for Center Sign-In
Enhancing Simulation Center Workflow for Learners and Administrators
Table of Contents
- SimCapture Cloud Release Notes
- SimCapture Cloud Administrator and Faculty Help
- SimCapture Cloud Learner Help
- SimCapture On-Premise Help
- SimCapture for Skills Help
- SimCapture Mobile Camera App
- SimCapture Companion Apps Help
- SimCapture Integrations Help
- Samaritan AI Help
- SimCapture Cloud Use Cases
- Hardware and Network Technical Information Help
- Glossary
The SimCapture Center Sign‑In Kiosk streamlines participant sign‑in and sign‑out at your Simulation Center. It helps administrators maintain accurate attendance records, track learner contact hours, and support SSH accreditation through a reliable audit trail.
Key Capabilities
Sign‑In and Sign‑Out Records
Real‑time tracking of participant activity with a clear audit trailLearner Contact Hours Reporting
Report learner hours by user or organization for compliance and accreditationCenter Sign‑In Administration
Admins with the Manage Center Sign‑In permission can monitor and manage all kiosk activity
Center Sign‑In Administration (Admin Only)
Accessing the Admin Page
- Select the Sign in/out icon in the global navigation bar
- The page displays all users who have signed in within the last 24 hours and updates in real time
What Administrators See
- User name
- Sign‑in and sign‑out times
- Sign‑in method (self‑service or admin‑assisted)
Admin Actions
Admins with permission can perform the following actions:
Manual Sign‑Out
Sign out users who forgot to sign outCopy Kiosk URL
Generate a link to launch the kiosk on any supported deviceRemote Sign‑In Users
Sign users in without requiring kiosk accessSign Out All
End all active sessions at once (useful at closing time)Refresh Users
Manually update the active user listDownload as Excel
Export raw sign‑in/sign‑out data for reporting or audits
Using the Center Sign‑In Kiosk (Participant Experience)
The kiosk allows users to log time spent in the center , but it does not provide access to the full SimCapture system.
Kiosk Registration
Each kiosk device must be registered by a SimCapture administrator to ensure that only authorized devices are used for sign‑in and sign‑out.
What Users See at the Kiosk
- A customizable welcome message
- Sign In and Sign Out buttons
- Authentication options:
- SSO credentials (if enabled)
- SimCapture username and password
After signing in or out:
- A confirmation message appears
- The kiosk automatically returns to the home screen
Kiosk Configuration Options (Admin)
Accessible via System Setup , these settings control kiosk behavior and security.
Access & Security
- Manage Center Sign‑Ins : Grants access to sign‑in admin tools and reports
- Require Password : Enforces password entry for sign‑in and sign‑out
Automation
- Auto‑Sign‑Out Duration : Automatically signs out inactive users
Messaging & Display
- Message Display Duration : Controls how long confirmation messages appear
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Custom Messagesfor:
- Kiosk home screen
- Post sign‑in
- Post sign‑out
- Post‑Sign‑Out Message : Displays a final confirmation after successful sign‑out