Virtual Reality Simulation (VR)
Description
Participants use video and 3D computer graphics tools and design processes to create a two-to-three-minute VR visualization (accompanied by supporting documentation) that addresses the annual theme. Semifinalists deliver a presentation about their visualization and participate in an interview.
2026-27 Theme: High-speed first aid immersive simulation
Challenge: You are tasked with developing a virtual reality experience that evaluates a user's ability to perform life-saving interventions under pressure, such as addressing anaphylaxis, obstructed airways, or traumatic hemorrhaging. The simulation must feature a comprehensive Training Mode that provides instructional support and immediate guidance in a controlled setting. Additionally, your project must include a rigorous Certification Mode that simulates a realistic, time-sensitive emergency with no assistance. Your final product must produce a performance analytics dashboard summarizing the user's technical proficiency and response efficiency.
Eastlake HS, Team 1, 2026 1st Place
Event Resources
EVENT EXAMPLES
Click on the links to the right to view past entries for this event! 2025 State 1st Place Winner
Event Deadlines
January 21, 2027
Students will submit documentation portfolio for scoring.
March 18, 2027
This is an Early Entry Event!
Recordings of the simulation and portfolios are due by 5:00 pm on March 18!
Teams will bring VR equipment and judges will watch visualization on the team’s VR equipment
Washington TSA Rules
To compete, students must:
Belong to a currently affiliated TSA chapter
Be registered (by their TSA advisor) for competition by December 18, 2026 ($35)
Compete in the January 21, 2027 virtual competition (see individual event pages for details)
Be selected as a top competitor in their event(s) and invited to participate at State
Number of competitors is dependent on specific event
Qualifying competitor lists will be published by February 7, 2027
State Conference registration week February 22-26, 2027 (see state conference page for details)
At the state level, 3 teams (may be a team of 1 at advisor’s discretion) per chapter may compete.
