Training opportunities

Introduction to rates and survival analysis

Provides a grounding in the theory behind the methods most commonly used to analyse rates and survival-time data, as well as extensive hands-on experience of their application in Stata software.

• Remote
• University of Bristol

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

NIHR Research Funding – seminar and support event

Supports health professionals and academic partners who are preparing research proposals by considering the application as a marketing document, clarity of description and explanation, feasibility issues, and identifying and avoiding potential pitfalls.

• Remote
• National Institute for Health and Care Research

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

Health and social care research: methods and methodology

Gain an overview of the (1) current state of research in health and social care; (2) access, use and the development of information systems; (3) critical appraisal methods; (4) main research methodologies and strategies; (5) health service evaluation; (6) ethical issues in research; and (7) innovations in research and the development of new methodologies.

• 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 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

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 good clinical practice

A minimum requirement for staff involved in leading and delivering clinical research.ay

Online: 0.5 days

Face-to-face: 1 day

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