What is DHIS2
DHIS 2 is a tool for collection, validation, analysis, and presentation of aggregate statistical data, tailored (but not limited) to integrated health information management activities. It is a generic tool rather than a pre-configured database application, with an open meta-data model and a flexible user interface that allows the user to design the contents of a specific information system without the need for programming. DHIS2 is a modular web-based software package built with free and open source Java frameworks with interoperability between users and programs.
What you will learn from this course:
- Understand the fundamental concepts of DHIS2
- What is the purpose of the DHIS2
- What role DHIS2 can play with health data
- Give the instructions to follow the DHIS2 platform
- Understand the settings and features of DHIS2
- Apply the tools based on requirements
Benefits of DHIS2
- DHIS 2 is a flexible, easy, system to adapt for local data collection tools
- DHIS 2 has been adapted in numerous countries around the world and there are several online communities and resources for additional information exchange and interoperability
- Can run as a web-based or as an offline application.
- Relatively easy to learn and adapt (does not require high level of programming knowledge)
- Understand the settings and features of DHIS2
- Allows multiple levels of organization units to enter into the system and data can be aggregated accordingly (dept. →Site → District → Division → National level)
- Incorporates data checks during data entry and after data collection
- Maintains Security through defining user levels
- Allows user to tailor indicators
- Streamlines data and site census management because all program areas data are kept in one place
- Facilitates data use because all staff can access data at any time from office