Lake Area Tech to Unveil Nursing Simulation Lab at Capitol City Campus

The public is invited to tour the newly remodeled facility on April 14.

Apr. 7, 2026 at 7:40pm

An abstract, impressionistic scene of soft, blurred light and color, conveying the welcoming and educational atmosphere of the nursing simulation lab open house.The public open house will showcase the newly remodeled nursing simulation lab, providing a glimpse into the hands-on training opportunities for future healthcare workers.Pierre Today

Lake Area Technical College in Watertown, South Dakota is hosting a public open house on April 14 to showcase its newly remodeled nursing simulation lab at the Capitol City Campus in Pierre. The event will run from 4 to 5:30 p.m. and will include a dedication ceremony.

Why it matters

The new nursing simulation lab will provide valuable hands-on training for students pursuing healthcare careers, helping to address workforce needs in the region. The facility was supported by a local healthcare provider, Avera, highlighting the strong partnerships between educational institutions and industry.

The details

The open house will allow the public to tour the newly remodeled nursing simulation lab, which features state-of-the-art equipment and technology to provide realistic training scenarios for nursing students. The lab is located at Lake Area Technical College's Capitol City Campus in Pierre.

  • The open house will take place on April 14, 2026 from 4 to 5:30 p.m.

The players

Lake Area Technical College

A public technical college located in Watertown, South Dakota that offers associate degree programs, including in healthcare fields.

Avera

A regional healthcare provider that supported the remodeling of the nursing simulation lab at Lake Area Technical College's Capitol City Campus.

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What’s next

The nursing simulation lab will begin being used by students for hands-on training following the open house event.

The takeaway

The new nursing simulation lab at Lake Area Technical College's Capitol City Campus represents an important investment in healthcare education and workforce development in the region, fostering strong partnerships between academia and industry.