Sorry, but there is simply no substitute for experience flying big airplanes with large crews in and out of complex situations. 60-80 hours in the sim may help them pass a checkride, but I firmly believe they are being passed on to the line to do most of their learning, which is a great disservice to our company and our customers.
Nobody should skip a step because they are a sharp flight instructor. I don't get paid enough to be a full time instructor on the line.