Aslaug Bråten

Aslaug Bråten is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Health Sciences and Social Care at Molde University College (HiMolde), affiliated with the Department of Health and Social Sciences. She specializes in simulation-based pedagogical methods in healthcare education and is contactable at aslaug.braten@himolde.no.

Education

• 2024: University and College Pedagogy (UH ped) - Lovisenberg Diaconal University College
• 2023: Practicum Supervision - Molde University College
• 2019–2021: Master in Health and Social Sciences - Molde University College
• 2008–2009: Postgraduate in Intensive Care Nursing - Lovisenberg Diaconal University College
• 2001–2004: Bachelor of Nursing - Vestfold University College
• 1995–1997: Sign Language Interpreter - University of Oslo

Research & Clinical Background

Her professional focus centers on integrating simulation as a transformative teaching tool in healthcare curricula. With over 18 years of clinical experience, including roles as a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Intensive Care at Molde Hospital (2017–2022) and prior work at Oslo University Hospital in pediatric and thoracic critical care, her expertise bridges clinical practice and educational innovation. She has held key roles such as leading simulation initiatives in nursing programs since 2022.

Professional Experience

• 2014–2022: Intensive Care Unit Nurse, Molde Hospital
• 2009–2014: Pediatric ICU Nurse, Rikshospitalet, Oslo
• 2006–2008: Thoracic Surgical ICU Nurse, Rikshospitalet

Current Initiatives

From June 2023, she leads professional responsibility for simulation methodologies across health and social sciences programs at HiMolde, emphasizing evidence-based educational strategies.