The Learning Enhancement and Academic Progress (LEAP) Center provides specialized academic resources and services for students, staff, faculty, and the community at The University of Texas School of Nursing. The LEAP Center combines educational areas into a single cohesive unit that streamline and optimize both student and faculty development, academic success, and support community initiatives for improving nursing knowledge.
LEAP Center: Services
Simulation and Skills Center (SSC)
– Rachel Haungs, Simulation and Skills Center (SSC) Director
– Jonathan Spear, Program Coordinator
– Aurora Ariate, Senior Academic Program Coordinator
- Simulation Lab
- Skills Lab
AHA Certification Courses & Trainings
– Deanna Baker, SSC Senior Program Administrator
- Computer Testing Center
- Compliance Certification
Administrative Support
– Marcella Sanchez, Administrative Assistant
- Textbook & Documentation Requests
- ID Badges & Assessment Kit
Additional Resources
AHA Certification Courses
The UT Austin School of Nursing is proud to serve as an authorized American Heart Association (AHA) Training Center (TX21038). We are dedicated to advancing life-saving education and preparedness across our campus and community.