Data for Impact: Quantitative Data
This is a continuing professional development course available to North Carolina Area Health Education Centers (AHECs). Learn more about the Gillings School’s partnership with NC AHEC and see our full continuing professional development catalog.
Data for Impact: Quantitative Data
Target Audience
Public health professionals; administrators; nonprofits; those that gather and share community data; and anyone that wants to strengthen or expand their background in collecting, analyzing and communicating population health data in support of healthy communities.
Learning Objectives
- Demonstrate knowledge of the survey design process.
- Identify practical tips for conducting a survey and handling data.
- Identify important practical tips for conducting a survey and analyzing data.
Description
This two-part webinar will help participants understand and prepare to use quantitative methods in practice-based settings. In Session 1, we’ll dive deep into survey design, sampling methods, modes of data collection, and practical tips for conducting your survey. Session 2 will focus on survey data management and analysis, mapping, and visualizing community conditions, including social determinants of health.
This webinar is part of the Data for Impact Training Series. The series is designed for those who want to strengthen or expand their background in collecting, analyzing, and communicating population health data in support of healthy thriving communities. These interactive webinars apply lessons learned through small-group exercises and discussions, giving participants opportunities to interact and learn from their peers.
Details
Duration
6 hours (2 sessions, 3 hours each)
Formats Available
Live webinar
Prerequisites
This series is appropriate for all knowledge and data skill levels; however, the instructors request that participants complete a series of self-paced, interactive lessons to establish a baseline foundation in public health data. Links to these lessons will be provided prior to the course. The time required to complete the prerequisites is approximately 2.5 hours.
Instructor Information
Alison Singer, PhD
Community Assessment Analyst and Advisor
North Carolina Institute for Public Health
John Wallace, MSPH, PhD
Senior Data Advisor
North Carolina Institute for Public Health
Request a Course
Local AHECs can request this course by completing our request form.
