Month: July 2025

BPS Assessment is proud to announce the successful deployment of a new Single Sign-On (SSO) integration with Flinders University in Australia. This integration, powered by OKTA, allows students to access our suite of prescribing education resources using the same authentication system used to access key university systems, including their Learning Management System (LMS).

 

This project was made possible by Flinders University, who funded the development in support of a smoother, more connected learning experience for their students. By using their existing university credentials, Flinders students can now explore prescribing resources, including exams, practice papers and eLearning modules, without needing to manage separate usernames or passwords.

 

Peter Wright, Head of Commercial Operations at BPS Assessment, said;

 

“We’re delighted to be working with Flinders University to improve our platform’s user experience in this way. The use of OKTA in this integration provides a robust and secure solution which reduces the admin burden for the schools and their students.”

 

This collaboration reflects BPS Assessment’s commitment to delivering flexible, user-friendly digital solutions that support safer prescribing. The integration helps embed prescribing resources into school curricula with minimal disruption, supporting students as they build confidence in safe and effective prescribing.

 

For institutions interested in exploring SSO integration or embedding prescribing education into their training programmes, please contact team@bpsassessment.com.

In May, the team travelled to the scenic city of Prato, Tuscany, for the Tenth International Clinical Skills Conference, a renowned global event focused on advancing healthcare education. It was a privilege to join forces with our partners at the University of Manchester to showcase the latest developments in prescribing education and to engage with educators from around the world.

 

Introducing the ePrescribing Simulator

At the heart of our presentations was the launch of the new ePrescribing Simulator. This innovative tool has been designed to replicate the functionality of a hospital or primary care electronic prescribing system, allowing educators to present authentic, complex prescribing scenarios in a safe and accessible online environment.

 

The ePrescribing Simulator makes it possible to:

 

• Deliver realistic case-based learning at scale,
• Mirror the pressures and decision-making processes of clinical practice while maintaining a formative learning environment
• Provide immediate feedback on student performance
• Support curricula focused on medication safety and prescribing competence.

 

Importantly, it’s built to be flexible and user-friendly, meaning institutions can integrate it seamlessly into existing courses, whether for undergraduate medical students, pharmacy trainees, or postgraduate learners.

 

A Shared Commitment to Innovation

The response at the conference was overwhelmingly positive. Educators and clinical leads expressed a growing need for tools that can better prepare students for the digital systems they will encounter in practice. Our partnership with the University of Manchester has helped shape this simulator to meet that need, informed by clinical reality.

 

This shared development reflects a broader commitment for BPS Assessment to support institutions in delivering high-quality, practical prescribing education that meets today’s healthcare demands.

 

Looking Ahead

We’re excited to work with more universities and teaching hospitals in the months ahead. The simulator is delivered through the BPS Assessment platform, allowing it to integrate seamlessly with your existing account and workflows. 

 

Whether you’re aiming to enhance your current prescribing curriculum or introduce new tools to build digital prescribing skills and promote safe practice, we’d love to start a conversation.

 

To find out more about the ePrescribing Simulator or to arrange a demo for your institution, please get in touch.