Through this programme, learners will be introduced to some of the basic principles of health data, information and intelligence. You will be introduced to concepts of health, definitions of public health, population measures, uncertainty and statistical significance and using this to make informed decisions and apply intelligence to gain understanding of population need. The e-learning supports the increased use of Public Health England’s (PHE) data and intelligence tools, and its wider training programmes.
These materials have been developed by PHE‘s Local Knowledge and Intelligence Service to support the classroom-based foundation and intermediate level training courses. The application of the e-learning to understanding and measuring the health and wellbeing of populations is explored in more detail in the foundation level course and in the intermediate course, the development of capability and skills of analytical staff.
The completion of this e-learning programme is compulsory for all staff wishing to undertake either the foundation level or intermediate level courses.
At the end of second session, Understanding and Measuring Populations, there is a workbook that needs completing. The workbook is compulsory for all students who are taking the Public Health England classroom-based courses.
Please bring the completed workbook to the first day of your classroom-based course.
In session one: Introduction to Public Health Intelligence, you will be introduced to concepts of health, public health, the organisations and individuals responsible for delivering public health locally and nationally, and a brief history of public health key figures, policies and resources.
In session two: Understanding and Measuring Populations, we will introduce data, information and intelligence and show how PHE uses this to inform decision making. We will cover the structure of populations, simple measures and statistics, uncertainty and how we use statistics to provide a clearer picture of health and wellbeing.
In order to access the Public Health Intelligence Programme, you will need an e-LfH account. If you do not have one, then you can register by selecting the Register button below.
If you already have an account with e-LfH, then you can enroll on to the Public Health Intelligence programme by logging in to the e-LfH Hub, selecting My Account > Enrolment and selecting the programme. You can then access the programme immediately in the My e-Learning section.
In the event that you do not qualify for free access to the Public Health Intelligence programme via the e-LfH Hub, you may be able to access the service via OpenAthens.
First check whether or not you qualify for direct access by clicking on the Register button.
After entering your work email address, you will be directed to enter additional details about your role and location. If you are presented with alternative registration options, your email address has not been recognised and you will not qualify for direct access to the Public Health Intelligence programme. If this happens and you think that you should qualify for free access to the learning material via the e-LfH Hub, please contact e-LfH.
The Public Health Intelligence programme is also available to NHS healthcare staff via the Electronic Staff Record (ESR). Accessing this e-Learning via ESR means that your completions will transfer with you throughout your NHS career.