Introduction to a Comprehensive Community Needs Assessment in Prevention
A strong community needs assessment is the backbone of effective prevention planning. But where do you start?
This one-hour webinar provides a practical, accessible introduction to designing a local needs assessment. Dr. Rodney Wambeam will guide participants through foundational principles, from asking the right research questions to gathering and analyzing both qualitative and quantitative data. This training is ideal for prevention professionals who are new to needs assessments or seeking to strengthen their existing approach.
This webinar also sets the stage for future trainings on advanced needs assessment techniques and rigorous data collection methods.
What You Will Learn
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
1. Understand the importance and role of needs assessment in effective prevention efforts
2. Learn how to plan for local data collection and analysis
3. Prepare for future trainings on rigorous needs assessment research
Topics Covered
Framing research questions for needs assessments
The value of both qualitative and quantitative data
Planning for local data collection
Analyzing and interpreting community data
Laying the groundwork for future research and prevention planning
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