INTRODUCTION

OpenHDS is an open source Android tablet program that enables community field workers to gather vital health data such as births, deaths, migrations, pregnancies, delivery, and immunizations. Field workers must have mobile connectivity in order to collect data offline and upload it to the OpenHDS. Administrators of health programs and decision-makers can thus access demographic and health data in the community in real time. Users of the web-enabled, tablet-based OpenHDS application can quickly pick individuals who have already registered and open several OpenDataKit (ODK) forms to gather more demographic, morbidity, and service delivery data. Health administrators and academics can examine the use of the health system and the burden of disease for a given population over time in addition to computing demographic data.

The OpenHDS also creates up-to-date registration books and maintains a consistent record of key demographic events that affect a population in a specific geographic area. Installation, use, and maintenance of openHDS are the main topics of this course. At the conclusion of each segment, there are exercises that put the concepts provided into practice. At the conclusion of each module, we also offer additional tasks and resources, as well as access to our subject-matter experts for any additional inquiries.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

After completing this course, participants will be capable of

• Observe demographic and medical information
• Manage health data and demographic information
• Keep track of demographic and medical information

DURATION

5 days.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

Researchers, clinical researchers, research nurses, staff health records officers, and study coordinators are the intended audience for this course.

COURSE OUTLINE

Module 1: Understanding HDS

• Introducing and defining HDS
• Standards and applications of HDS in accordance to the UN and WHO
• Uses, methodologies and importance of HDS
• Advantages and Disadvantages of HDS

Module 2: Installation of the software

• OpenHDS INSTALLATION
• Application and use of openHDS
• ODK installation
• Application and use of ODK

Module 3: Connection of HDS and ODK

• System design
• Application/Deployment
• Improving the process of data collection
• Direct data collection standardization
• Integration of HDS and ODK

Module 4: Connection of ODK Aggregate and ODK Collect

• ODK Aggregate and ODK Collect definitions
• Installation and Application
• Importance of different servers upgrading

Module 5: Data quality Management

• Improving the process of data collection
• Direct data collection standardization
• Database and data warehouses
• Data integration (Consistent and effective)
• Data fields within EWD(records)
• Data architects and autonomy
• Use of Metadata to improve analysis

GENERAL NOTES

• Our seasoned instructors, who have years of experience as seasoned professionals in their respective fields of work, will be teaching this course. A combination of practical exercises, theory, group projects, and case studies are used to teach the course.
• The participants receive training manuals and supplementary reading materials.
• Participants who complete this course successfully will receive a certificate.
• We can also create a course specifically for your organization to match your needs. To learn more, get in touch with us at training@dealsontrainers.org.
• The training will take place at DEALSON TRAINERS IN NAIROBI, KENYA in Nairobi, Kenya.
• The training fee includes lunch, course materials, and lodging for the training session. Upon request, we may arrange for our participants' lodging and transportation to the airport.
• Payment must be made to our bank account before the training begins, and documentation of payment should be emailed to training@dealsontrainers.org