There are many demographics of people you can turn to when trying to find participants willing and waiting to jump on board for your next simulation, you might just not know where to look. In this blog, we will go over The 8 Ways to Recruit participants for your EMS Simulations.
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Frequently, in honor societies or programs, students are required to complete volunteer hours. This presents a valuable opportunity for recruiting participants from high schools.
2. Local Theater Group:
Community actors are naturally inclined towards volunteering, particularly for community productions, making them an ideal fit for simulation activities. While they are often unaware of the opportunity to participate in simulations, once introduced to the idea we have seen great success in them being in your main rotation.
3. New Mom Group:
New mom groups consist of women who have recently given birth and seek part-time or short-term commitments. This usually aligns well with their schedules and interests.
4. Light Duty Work:
Utilizing light duty workers from your existing staff can be highly effective. Simulations offer a welcome break from desk work, providing a fun and engaging alternative for them.
5. Homeschool Groups:
Homeschool groups enjoy flexibility in their schedules, making volunteering for simulations an appealing option. Engaging in such activities can enrich their resumes and potentially lead to valuable letters of recommendation for college.
6. Local College Students:
Fraternity and sorority members frequently seek volunteer opportunities to fulfill their volunteer hour requirements.
7. Get Set Up with a Volunteer Networking Platform (ie. Handshake, Volunteer Match, Volunteer.gov… etc.)
Setting up with a networking platform requires more initial effort, but it yields a steady stream of participants who are motivated to be involved. This fosters reliability and enthusiasm among participants, as they have actively chosen to engage with your cause among various options available to them.