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Community Health Assessments: Ethical Considerations in the Data Collection Process


Course
Enrollment for this course is currently closed.

About this Independent Study   

This is a recorded webinar with Dr. Charlotte Huntley as they walk us through the ethical considerations to weigh while collecting data for a Community Health Assessment (CHA). A CHA is a tool that can be used to assess community health. It uses quantitative and qualitative procedures to systematically collect and analyze health data. As such, it is essential to understand appropriate and effective approaches for collecting community data. The session will provide you with qualitative and quantitative research guidelines; while also helping you more effectively plan, manage, and implement meaningful CHAs. 

Who Should Take This Course

Tribal Nation staff, data analysts, data reporters, researchers, community workers, interviewers, clinic directors, Tribal leaders, and others with interest. 

Objectives

After completing this eLearning course, you will be able to:

  • Gain an understanding of Community Health Assessment (CHA) basics
  • Learn about ethical considerations in quantitative and qualitative research, such as privacy, accessibility, and community involvement, etc
  • Review actionable guidelines that can be used during quantitative and qualitative research for CHAs

Author/Presenter

    Dr. Charlotte Huntley, PhD, MPH

    Founder & CEO, DrCHHuntley, LLC

Dr. Charlotte Huntley brings over 25 years of experience in public health research, organizational development, and equity-centered consulting. Holding a PhD in Public Health Epidemiology and an MPH, she is recognized for her collaborative leadership, strategic

vision, and culturally humble, community-focused facilitation. Dr. Huntley has led initiatives advancing Tribal governance, Indigenous health equity, and sustainable capacity building through strategic planning and organizational development, all grounded in systems thinking and a deep respect for Tribal sovereignty and values.

Continuing Education 

Continuing  Education for Public Health Professionals (CPH)

Participants will earn 2.0 CPH credits for this activity.

    Registration & Fees

    The eLearning course is free of charge. 

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    Here is the course outline:

    1. Modules 1-3

    ~15 minutes Module 1: Overview and Learning Objectives Module 2: Foundation of Public Health Module 3: Tribal Sovereignty

    2. Modules 4-5

    ~ 13 minutes Module 4: Building Public Health Infrastructure Module 5: Culturally Response and Community-Driven Public Health

    3. Modules 6-7

    ~12 minutes Module 6: Public Health Programs and Services (Interconnectedness) Module 7: Systems Check

    4. Module 8

    ~38 minutes Module 8: Questions and Discussion

    5. Evaluation and Certificate

    Complete a brief evaluation and receive your certificate.

    Completion

    The following certificates are awarded when the course is completed:

    Certificate of Completion
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