Training opportunities

Advanced survival analysis

Learn how to implement parametric survival models, use flexible parametric survival models, and the concept of competing risks in modelling time-to-event data.

• Remote
• University of Bristol

Introduction to qualitative research methods

An overview and introduction to the major qualitative research methods based in the social sciences as used in health services, public health and other health-related research.

• Remote
• University of Bristol

Systematic review

Through following the process of carrying out a Systematic Review, learn practical skills required for searching, evaluating and synthesizing evidence in health behaviour.

• In person
• University of the West of England

Research and audit

Learn to interpret the validity and reliability of healthcare data (e.g. clinical trials, reviews, audits) and respond appropriately with respect to their clinical practice.

• Online learning resource
• NHS eLearning

Introduction to Stata

A basic introduction to the statistical software package Stata 15, focusing on its use for data management and data exploration.

• Remote
• University of Bristol

Introduction to network meta-analysis

Learn how network meta-analysis models can be estimated using Stata.

• Remote
• University of Bristol

Using evidence in practice

Modular code: HL50082. Get an overview of evidence-based practice. Increase knowledge and develop competence in searching, accessing and using information relating to health. Learn to critically evaluate the quality of evidence sources that are used in clinical and health practice.

• In person
• University of Bath

Good clinical practice refresher

Reinforce and consolidate previous learning, reflect on your practice, and raise your awareness of recent and relevant developments in GCP and related areas of research governance.

• Online learning resource
• National Institute for Health and Care Research

Introduction to statistics 2

This course is a logical continuation of the Introduction to Statistics 1 course. Besides continuing to cover the commonly used statistical tests, it also provides an overview of selecting the most appropriate statistical test.

• In person
• University of the West of England

Introduction to linear and logistic regression models

Understand the statistical principles behind, and the application of, univariable and multivariable linear and logistic regression in medical, epidemiological and health services research.

• Remote
• University of Bristol

Advanced epigenetic epidemiology

Overview of epidemiological principles that are relevant to epigenetic studies. Gain knowledge, skills and code necessary to design, execute and interpret population-based epigenetic studies.

• Remote
• University of Bristol

Enhancing facilitation skills

Reflect and improve on skills needed to facilitate meetings involving members of the public.

• Remote
• People in Health West of England

HRA e-learning modules

The HRA have released six e-learning modules to help navigate the researcher governance approval process

You need to register to access.

Find out more information on these modules.

• Online learning resource
• NHS eLearning

Analysis of repeated measures

Introduction to methods for analysing longitudinal/repeated continuous data, with a focus on methods for analysing individual trajectories over time.

• Remote
• University of Bristol

Writing a qualitative paper

Gain practical tools and knowledge needed to write up qualitative research studies for publication. The focus will be on writing for publication in clinical journals, but many of the topics discussed will apply equally to writing qualitative research for any type of journal.

• In person
• University of Bristol

Quantitative health research

Learn to (1) critically analyse the strengths, limitations and issues to consider with different types of epidemiological studies; (2) assess the sources of evidence routinely used as a basis for health policy and practice; (3) interpret and apply the results of basic statistical analyses, particularly inferential statistics; and (4) use appropriate tools to critically appraise the evidence used in public health.

• In person
• University of the West of England

Causal inference in epidemiology: concepts and methods

Learn to define causation in biomedical research, describe methods to make causal inferences in epidemiology and health services research, and demonstrate the practical application of these methods.

• Remote
• University of Bristol

Improving your Stata: data management, publication-quality outputs, and automating tasks

Gain a more advanced knowledge of Stata 15 statistical software package.

• Remote
• University of Bristol

Introduction to economic evaluation

Gain an understanding of the theoretical frameworks which guide economic evaluation; knowledge of the methods used to measure and value costs, health and broader outcomes of care; an overview of trials and modelling techniques used to evaluate efficiency; brief practical experience of analysing cost and outcomes data; critical appraisal skills for assessing of published economic evaluations and insight into the role of economic evidence in local and national (i.e. NICE) decision making in England.

• Remote
• University of Bristol

Introduction to SPSS

A comprehensive guided tour of the data management procedures in SPSS, including data entry, data management, coding of data, an introduction to SPSS syntax, as well as creating and designing graphics and tables. Suitable for those who have not used SPSS before.

• In person
• University of the West of England