What You'll Learn
Course Benefits
Industry Certification
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Expert Instructors
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Dedicated Support
Assistance during and after training
Practical Skills
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Course Overview
FeaturedThis training provides participants with an in-depth understanding of how GIS and remote sensing technologies can be applied in epidemiology and public health. It covers data collection, disease mapping, environmental monitoring, outbreak prediction, and public health decision-making. Participants will work through hands-on exercises and case studies, gaining practical skills to analyze spatial health data and design evidence-based interventions. By the end, participants will be equipped to apply geospatial tools for real-world health challenges, resource planning, and crisis response.
Duration
10 Days
Who Should Attend
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Public health professionals, epidemiologists, and disease surveillance officers
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Health program managers, planners, and policymakers
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GIS specialists and data analysts in health-related fields
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NGO, donor, and government health project staff
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Academic researchers and graduate students in public health and spatial sciences
Course Impact
Organization Impact
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Enhanced capacity for health surveillance and early outbreak detection
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Stronger integration of geospatial data into health policy and resource allocation
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Improved public health planning and emergency preparedness
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Evidence-based interventions that optimize health outcomes
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Competitive advantage in donor-funded health projects and research
Individual Impact
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Practical skills in GIS and remote sensing for health applications
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Competence in spatial analysis, visualization, and interpretation
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Experience with real-world case studies in disease mapping and outbreak control
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Capacity to design, manage, and evaluate health projects using geospatial data
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Increased professional credibility and career advancement in health analytics
Course Objectives
By the end of the training, participants will be able to:
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Apply GIS and remote sensing in epidemiological research and public health planning
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Collect, clean, and manage health-related geospatial datasets
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Conduct disease mapping, hotspot analysis, and environmental risk assessment
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Utilize remote sensing imagery to monitor environmental health indicators
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Communicate geospatial findings effectively for decision-making and advocacy
Course Outline
Module 1: Foundations of GIS and Remote Sensing in Public Health
- Principles of GIS and spatial epidemiology
- Introduction to satellite imagery and health data integration
- Case Study: GIS in malaria surveillance
Module 2: Geospatial Data Collection and Management
- Sources of health, demographic, and environmental data
- Data cleaning, coding, and georeferencing methods
- Practical: Building a spatial health database
Module 3: Spatial Epidemiology and Disease Mapping
- Mapping disease prevalence and incidence
- Cluster and hotspot detection techniques
- Case Study: Mapping measles outbreaks in rural areas
Module 4: Remote Sensing for Environmental Health Monitoring
- Satellite indicators of air, water, and land health risks
- Climate and vegetation indices for disease risk modeling
- Practical: Linking climate data to health outcomes
Module 5: GIS in Outbreak Surveillance and Early Warning
- Real-time geospatial surveillance systems
- Predictive modeling for epidemics and pandemics
- Case Study: GIS applications in Ebola outbreak response
Module 6: Accessibility and Resource Allocation Analysis
- Health facility location analysis and service coverage mapping
- Using GIS for equitable resource allocation
- Practical: Modeling health service accessibility
Module 7: Advanced Spatial Analysis for Public Health
- Spatial regression, interpolation, and spatial autocorrelation
- Risk factor mapping and statistical health modeling
- Case Study: Tuberculosis risk mapping in urban settings
Module 8: Communicating Geospatial Health Insights
- Creating health dashboards and visualization tools
- Data storytelling and policy communication with GIS maps
- Practical: Designing interactive health maps
Module 9: Applications in Public Health Policy and Program Design
- Using GIS for planning immunization and intervention campaigns
- Disaster preparedness and health emergency response
- Case Study: GIS for COVID-19 vaccination rollout
Module 10: Integrated Project and Case Study Presentations
- Group projects on real-world health scenarios
- Integration of GIS, remote sensing, and epidemiology for decision support
- Final presentations and peer feedback
Prerequisites
Course Administration Details
Customized Training
This training can be tailored to your institution needs and delivered at a location of your choice upon request.
Requirements
Participants need to be proficient in English.
Training Fee
The fee covers tuition, training materials, refreshments, lunch, and study visits. Participants are responsible for their own travel, visa, insurance, and personal expenses.
Certification
Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be issued with a certificate from Ideal Workplace Solutions certified by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA) under License NO: NITA/TRN/2734.
Accommodation
Accommodation can be arranged upon request. Contact via email for reservations.
Payment
Payment should be made before the training starts, with proof of payment sent to outreach@idealworkplacesolutions.org.
For further inquiries, please contact us on details below:
Email: outreach@idealworkplacesolutions.org
Mobile: +254759708394
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In-Person Training Schedules
January 2026
| Date | Days | Venue | Fee (VAT Incl.) | Register |
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| 5 Jan - 16 Jan 2026 | 10 days | Nairobi, Kenya | KES 198,000 | USD 2,800 | Enroll Now |
| 5 Jan - 16 Jan 2026 | 10 days | Cape Town, South Africa | USD 7,500 | Enroll Now |
| 5 Jan - 16 Jan 2026 | 10 days | Dubai, United Arabs Emirates | USD 8,000 | Enroll Now |
| 5 Jan - 16 Jan 2026 | 10 days | Zanzibar, Tanzania | USD 4,400 | Enroll Now |
| 12 Jan - 23 Jan 2026 | 10 days | Mombasa, Kenya | KES 230,000 | USD 3,000 | Enroll Now |
| 12 Jan - 23 Jan 2026 | 10 days | Kigali, Rwanda | USD 3,800 | Enroll Now |
| 12 Jan - 23 Jan 2026 | 10 days | Accra, Ghana | USD 7,200 | Enroll Now |
| 12 Jan - 23 Jan 2026 | 10 days | Kampala, Uganda | USD 3,800 | Enroll Now |
| 19 Jan - 30 Jan 2026 | 10 days | Dar es Salaam, Tanzania | USD 4,300 | Enroll Now |
| 19 Jan - 30 Jan 2026 | 10 days | Johannesburg, South Africa | USD 6,500 | Enroll Now |
| 19 Jan - 30 Jan 2026 | 10 days | Nakuru, Kenya | KES 210,000 | USD 2,800 | Enroll Now |
| 19 Jan - 30 Jan 2026 | 10 days | Dakar, Senegal | USD 6,000 | Enroll Now |
| 26 Jan - 6 Feb 2026 | 10 days | Pretoria, South Africa | USD 6,300 | Enroll Now |
| 26 Jan - 6 Feb 2026 | 10 days | Kisumu, Kenya | KES 210,000 | USD 3,000 | Enroll Now |
| 26 Jan - 6 Feb 2026 | 10 days | Naivasha, Kenya | KES 210,000 | USD 2,800 | Enroll Now |
| 26 Jan - 6 Feb 2026 | 10 days | Arusha, Tanzania | USD 4,300 | Enroll Now |
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