Amanda Davies

Amanda Davies is a Senior Lecturer in the Discipline of Nursing, Paramedicine and Healthcare Sciences at Charles Sturt University, Australia. She is an active researcher and registered academic supervisor, specializing in simulation-based learning for professional training in policing and paramedicine. Her work bridges healthcare and law enforcement, focusing on decision-making, mental health response, and technological integration such as body-worn cameras.

• Charles Sturt University – Discipline of Nursing, Paramedicine and Healthcare Sciences
• Editorial roles: Guest Editor, Policing (Oxford); Former Editor-in-Chief, AiPOL Australasian Institute of Policing
• Recipient of national and international awards in teaching and research

Dr. Davies’s research centers on simulation-based learning and its application in preparing police recruits and healthcare professionals for real-world challenges. Her interests include mental health crisis intervention, incident command, and the use of technology in training. She investigates how simulation influences perception, learning outcomes, and operational readiness, particularly in high-stakes environments.

The recent publications highlight a strong trend in simulation-based training, especially in law enforcement contexts. Topics such as mock court simulations, body-worn cameras, and mental health response indicate a focus on enhancing realism, accountability, and psychological preparedness. Her interdisciplinary approach combines criminology, education, psychology, and healthcare, with a methodological emphasis on qualitative and applied research.

Notable awards and recognitions include:

• ALTC Citation (2009)
• Australian Management Colloquium Scholarship (2010)
• Best Paper, Australasian Simulation Congress (2008)
• Best Paper Award, ASCILITE Conference (2008)
• I/ITSEC Best from Around the Globe (2015)
• International media recognition for virtual reality in training (2017)
• Media feature on smart technology in policing (2024)
• Registered Supervisor status at CSU

Dr. Davies has served as a guest editor for Policing (Oxford) and was Editor-in-Chief of AiPOL from 2018 to 2023, demonstrating leadership in academic publishing. She has contributed to policy-oriented research through commissioned reports for government bodies, suggesting involvement in grant-funded or contract research. Her editorial and applied research activities indicate sustained engagement with both academic and practitioner communities.

She is involved in simulation research networks and collaborates across disciplines and institutions, particularly in Australia and the United States. Her work with I/ITSEC and international media highlights a global reach. While no formal lab is mentioned, her research is centered around simulation environments used in training for police and paramedics.