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Online Scenario Creation

Create and manage simulation scenarios from any web browser using the SimVS Online Portal at portal.simvs.net.

Online Scenario Creation

SimVS now features a web-based portal that allows instructors to create and manage simulation scenarios from any computer with a web browser. Previously, scenario creation could only be done directly on the Instructor Tablet — now you can build scenarios online and they will automatically sync to your devices.

What You Will Need

  • A computer with a web browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge)
  • Your Instructor Device login credentials (username & password)
  • Internet connection

Getting Started

Log In to the SimVS Portal

Open your web browser and go to portal.simvs.net. Enter your Instructor Device username and password, then click Login.

The SimVS Portal login page at portal.simvs.net

Use the same credentials you use to log in on your Instructor Tablet.

After logging in, you will see the Instructor Dashboard. The left sidebar provides access to all portal features:

  • Drugs — manage drug libraries
  • Cases — view and manage cases
  • Assignments — manage student assignments
  • Scenarios — create and manage scenarios
  • Profile — update your account settings

The Instructor Dashboard with navigation sidebar

Open the Scenarios Page

Click Scenarios in the left sidebar. You will see a list of all available scenarios, including the built-in System scenarios. Each scenario displays its name, type, system status, and available actions.

The Scenarios page — click "Create Scenario" in the upper right to begin

Creating a Scenario Online

Start a New Scenario

Click the blue Create Scenario button in the upper-right corner of the Scenarios page.

Configure Your Scenario

The scenario builder lets you configure your simulation just like you would on the tablet. Set the Scenario Name, add one or more Parts, and configure patient parameters across the Defibrillator, Cardiac, and Respiratory tabs.

The scenario creation form with vitals configuration

Save the Scenario

When finished, click Create Scenario to save. Your new scenario will appear at the top of the Scenarios list on the portal.

The newly created scenario now appears in the scenario list

Accessing Scenarios on Your Instructor Tablet

After creating a scenario online, it automatically syncs to your Instructor Tablet:

Open the Scenario Library

Open the SimVS app on your Instructor Tablet and navigate to the Scenario Library.

Select Server

Select the Server radio button (instead of Local). Your newly created scenario will be available and ready to use.

The Instructor Tablet's Scenario Library showing the synced scenario under "Server"

Make sure your Instructor Tablet is connected to the internet so it can pull the latest scenarios from the server. Scenarios created on the portal will not appear under the Local library — always select Server.

Online vs. Tablet Scenario Creation

FeatureOnline PortalInstructor Tablet
AccessAny computer with a browserTablet only
URLportal.simvs.netSimVS app
SyncAutomatic to all linked devicesLocal by default
EditingFull parameter controlFull parameter control
Best forAdvance preparation, batch creationLive adjustments, in-session edits

For tablet-based scenario creation and on-the-fly editing, see Creating & Editing Scenarios.

Need Help?

If you have questions or need assistance with the SimVS Online Portal, contact the SimVS support team: