Refresher Training for Frontline Health Workers in Expanded ... - RHO

- Facilitators should be well versed in teaching others different skills as
stipulated in the training modules
1.6 How long should the training last?
- The duration depends on the purpose of training and the experience of the
participants.
- A training course on immunization skills using these modules takes at least 3
full days for EPI managers.
1.7 What facilities are needed?
a) Invitation Letters
Writing invitation letters and distributing them in time is very important. It is
also advisable to check through telephone to make sure that letters reached
the intended people or institutions.
b) Venue
- A large room with chairs (if necessary with tables) is required in which all
participants can sit comfortably.
- Space is also needed for small group exercises/discussions and
demonstrations.
- A large room may be divided, tables may be separated, or smaller rooms
nearby may be used for small group discussions.
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c) Clinical setting
- As the program includes clinical practice the training center should be near
health facilities to which the participants have access.
d) Teaching/learning materials/Training Aids
- Copies of training modules for each participant
- White or blackboard
- Chalk
- Flipchart stand.
- Overhead projector, slide projector and a projection screen if appropriate
- Also, a reliable source of power if there is a plan to use OHP or LCD
Consumables
For most training programs, participants and facilitators need:
- Flip charts
- Marker pens
- Writing pads
- Ballpoint pens
- Pencils
- Rulers
- Chalk
Training equipment
Equipment for skill practice will depend on the type of training program. It may
include:
- Injection equipment
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