Short Courses 2003

14 March - 15 May

Presenting at Scientific and Other Meetings

A series of 5 sessions presented by Dr Malcolm McDonald, Menzies School of Health Research

Cost: free

12 - 14 May

Introductory Aboriginal Health Economics

A co-operative venture with the Curtin University and presented by Professor Gavin Mooney - Australia's most respected health economist; and Barbara Henry - who is training to become Australia's first Aboriginal Health Economist - Social and Public Health Economics Research Group (SPHERe) Curtin University

Cost: $600

2 - 3 July

Clinical Trials Workshop

This course is aimed at clinical investigators and others with an interest in trials, particularly those wishing to undertake their own trials or learn more about research relevant to their evidence-based clinical practice. Statisticians, clinical trial managers, research nurses, data managers and pharmaceutical industry personnel may also benefit from learning the theory and practice of conducting a successful clinical trial.

Cost:

Both days - $495

Day 1 - $350

Day 2 - $350

4 July - morning session only

Data Management Workshop

An informal workshop to look at case studies and data management issues such as quality control, quality assurance, data handling procedures, obtaining informed consent and participation in clinical research will be held at the Menzies Centre, following the Practical Course in Clinical Trials. Participants will be requested to provide case studies and/or issues for discussion with tutors who are experienced in all aspects of data management and clinical research.

Cost: $20

27 - 29 August

Introduction to Health Information and Health Research

This 2.5 day course is an introduction to quantitative health information and is designed for people with little or no experience in the use of health information, to enable them to find and interpret existing health information and use it in their day-to-day work.

Cost: $500