Statistical methods are necessary in obtaining, analyzing and interpreting information, the health statistics are usually conducted through a survey and study of an area for specific public health research.

CONTENT

• The stages of the health survey and the initial steps in clarifying the purpose of the surveys.
• Identification of data collection methods and design of questionnaires.
• Prepare and document the credibility of questionnaires and conduct field studies.
• Collecting, processing, interpreting, evaluating data and writing statistical reports.

• The concept of health statistics.
• Health Statistics Data Sources.
• Health Survey.
• Census.
• Design samples and types.
• Statistical analysis of data using a computer.

FOR WHOM:

Health Statistics Technicians, Medical Record Technicians, Health observers.

TRAINING METHODOLOGY

The training methodology combines lectures, discussions, group exercises and illustrations. Participants will gain both theoretical and practical knowledge of the topics. The emphasis is on the practical application of the topics and as a result participant will go back to the workplace with both the ability and the confidence to apply the techniques learned to their duties.

This course is available in the following locations:
Ghana - $6000
Rwanda - $7000
UK - $8000
USA - $8000