Standardized Patient User Guide

Access Key Information with Ease

To enhance accessibility and clarity, the Standardized Patient Program (SPP) has updated its Standardized Patient User Guide and developed four concise, easy-to-navigate modules.

These modules are designed to provide SPs with quick access to essential information, including simulation practices, payroll procedures, project recruitment and assignment protocols, and safety guidelines.

Explore the modules below to stay informed and prepared:

Module 1

Standardized Patient User Guide Module 1

Module 1 includes information on the Standardized Patient Program, University of Toronto Diversity Statement, Information on what is a Standardized Patient? In addition, The SPP Services, Reporting Structure, and SP Expectations.  

Module 2

Module 2: SP Selection and Recruitment

Module 2 includes information on how SPs are utilized in Medical Education, SP Selection, Project Recruitment and Assignment, Training, and information on OSCE and Summative Assessment for Medical Learners.

Module 3

Module 3: SP Compensation and Shift Cancellation

Module 3 includes information on how are SPs compensated, Shift Cancellation, Bi-weekly Payroll Schedule for 2025 as well as information on the SP Newsletter, Bulletin Board, Collection of Personal Information, and FAQs.       

Module 4

Module 4: SP Health and Safety Work Practices

Module 4 includes information on Basic Health and Safety training, SPP Safe Work Practices and Guidelines for physical invasive examinations e.g. Breast Exams, Urology Exams, and Transvaginal Ultrasound Exams.