Priority indicators for evaluating the impact of field epidemiology training programs – results of a global modified Delphi study
Priority indicators for evaluating the impact of field epidemiology training programs - results of a global modified Delphi study
An initial list of evaluation indicators were identified from literature reviews and consultations with impact evaluation experts and FETP professionals.
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Consensus was reached to include 134 evaluation indicators in the final impact evaluation framework. These indicators were grouped as output, outcome, and impact indicators.
We conducted a modified Delphi study to reach consensus on preferred evaluation indicators for FETPs
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James A Flint Tambri Housen Martyn D Kirk David N Durrheim
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17 February 2025
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Abstract
Field Epidemiology Training Programs (FETPs) aim to develop a skilled public health workforce through applied competency-based learning. With 98 programs globally and over 20,000 graduates, these programs play a crucial role in disease preparedness and response activities around the world. Despite their importance, there have been few published evaluations. This paper presents the results of a consensus-building process to develop a preferred array of indicators for evaluating the outputs, outcomes, and impacts of FETPs.
Keywords
Delphi method; Field epidemiology training programs; Impact evaluation; Public health workforce; Training indicators.
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