Introduction

Healthcare facility design and management play a critical role in delivering high-quality patient care, ensuring operational efficiency, and creating a healing environment. As healthcare systems evolve, the need for well-designed, adaptable, and efficiently managed facilities has become increasingly important. This training course is designed to equip healthcare professionals with the knowledge, tools, and strategies needed to design, manage, and optimize healthcare facilities. Through a blend of theoretical insights, practical applications, and real-world case studies, participants will learn to create and manage facilities that enhance patient outcomes, staff satisfaction, and organizational performance.

Objectives

By the end of this 5-day training course, participants will:

1. Understand the principles of healthcare facility design and their impact on patient care and operational efficiency.

2. Learn to design healthcare facilities that promote safety, accessibility, and sustainability.

3. Develop skills to manage healthcare facilities, including maintenance, space utilization, and resource allocation.

4. Gain insights into the role of technology and innovation in modern healthcare facility design.

5. Explore strategies for optimizing workflows and improving patient and staff experiences.

6. Build proficiency in planning and executing facility renovations and expansions.

Who Should Attend?

This course is ideal for:

• Healthcare executives and administrators

• Facility managers and operations directors

• Architects and designers specializing in healthcare

• Clinical leaders involved in facility planning

• Healthcare consultants and advisors

• Professionals aspiring to roles in healthcare facility design and management

Advanced Outline

Day 1: Foundations of Healthcare Facility Design

• Morning Session:

  • Introduction to Healthcare Facility Design: Key Concepts and Importance

  • The Impact of Facility Design on Patient Outcomes and Staff Efficiency

  • Case Study: Successful Healthcare Facility Design Projects

• Afternoon Session:

  • Principles of Evidence-Based Design (EBD) in Healthcare

  • Tools for Assessing Facility Needs and Planning Design Projects

  • Interactive Workshop: Conducting a Facility Needs Assessment

Day 2: Designing for Safety, Accessibility, and Sustainability

• Morning Session:

  • Designing for Patient Safety: Infection Control, Ergonomics, and Emergency Preparedness

  • Accessibility and Inclusivity in Healthcare Facility Design

  • Case Study: Designing a Patient-Centered Emergency Department

• Afternoon Session:

  • Sustainable Design: Energy Efficiency, Waste Reduction, and Green Building Standards

  • Tools for Incorporating Sustainability into Facility Design

  • Group Activity: Developing a Sustainable Design Plan for a Healthcare Facility

Day 3: Managing Healthcare Facilities

• Morning Session:

  • Principles of Healthcare Facility Management: Maintenance, Operations, and Compliance

  • Space Utilization and Workflow Optimization in Healthcare Facilities

  • Case Study: Improving Workflow Efficiency in a Hospital Setting

• Afternoon Session:

  • Tools for Facility Management: Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) and Building Automation Systems (BAS)

  • Strategies for Managing Facility Resources and Budgets

  • Interactive Workshop: Creating a Facility Maintenance Plan

Day 4: Technology and Innovation in Facility Design

• Morning Session:

  • The Role of Technology in Modern Healthcare Facility Design: Smart Hospitals and IoT

  • Innovations in Patient Room Design: Telehealth Integration and Patient Monitoring Systems

  • Case Study: Implementing Smart Technology in a Healthcare Facility

• Afternoon Session:

  • Tools for Integrating Technology into Facility Design and Management

  • Strategies for Future-Proofing Healthcare Facilities

  • Group Activity: Designing a Technology-Enhanced Patient Room

Day 5: Renovations, Expansions, and Future Trends

• Morning Session:

  • Planning and Executing Facility Renovations and Expansions

  • Managing Disruptions During Construction and Renovation Projects

  • Case Study: Expanding a Healthcare Facility to Meet Growing Demand

• Afternoon Session:

  • Emerging Trends: Modular Construction, Flexible Spaces, and Pandemic-Resilient Design

  • Final Group Project: Presenting a Comprehensive Facility Design and Management Plan

  • Course Recap, Certification, and Next Steps for Continued Learning