The manual is designed to assist trainers in conducting workshops for data collectors. It offers guidelines and tools for designing, delivering, and evaluating training programs focused on collecting high-quality data.

Enable public health pharmacists to collect data on medicine access, availability, and rational use.

Equip the data collection team with the necessary knowledge, skills, and ethical understanding required for effective data collection.

The manual is divided into three phases:

Phase 1: Before the Training – Covers curriculum design, participant needs assessment, and training logistics.

Phase 2: During the Training – Provides structured learning sessions and practical activities.

Phase 3: After the Training – Focuses on evaluation, feedback, and continuous improvement.

• Foundations and Frameworks: Overview of the Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Framework and Field Guide.

• Data Collection Methods: Quantitative (surveys, document analysis) and qualitative (focus group discussions, interviews).

• Confounding and Bias: Mitigation strategies for field data collection.

• Ethics: Adherence to ethical principles in data collection. 

Each session includes:

• Session title and objectives.

• Relevant sections from the Field Guide.

• Required training materials.

• Suggested timing and methodology for delivering the session.

• Workshop Resource Checklist: Ensures all materials are prepared (e.g., digital resources, handouts).

• Workshop Preparation Checklist: Guides trainers on steps to follow before and during the training.

• Facilitating Tips Checklist: Includes tips for explaining content, managing group dynamics, and providing feedback.

• Workshop Resource Checklist: Ensures all materials are prepared (e.g., digital resources, handouts).

• Workshop Preparation Checklist: Guides trainers on steps to follow before and during the training.

• Facilitating Tips Checklist: Includes tips for explaining content, managing group dynamics, and providing feedback.

Seven layouts are suggested, including Lecture Theatre, U-shape, Board Room, and Circle. The layout should support interaction and visibility based on group size and training method. 

The manual includes tools to measure the effectiveness of the training:

• Pre- and post-assessments to gauge knowledge improvement.

• Observation checklists for practical activities.

• Workshop evaluation forms for participant feedback. 

Participants are provided with scorecards and recommendations for continuous learning. Trainers should also review evaluations to improve future workshops.