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Public Health · 300 Level
This is the complete lecture note for PHS 302 Health programme planning and evaluation, prepared for Public Health students at 300 Level. You can read it online below, open it in the full viewer, or download the PDF for offline study. It pairs with the course's video lectures, so you can read and watch together.
LA-NET | ONLINE LEARNING VIDEO PLATFORM FOR POST-SECONDARY & HIGHER INSTITUTION STUDENTS
LA-NET | ONLINE LEARNING VIDEO PLATFORM FOR POST-SECONDARY & HIGHER INSTITUTION STUDENTS COURSE CODE: PHS 302 COURSE TITLE: Health Programme Planning and Evaluation COURSE CREDIT LOAD: (2 Units C: LH 30) LISTS OF SERIES: • Series 1: Community Health Needs Assessment and Gap Identification • Series 2: Setting Objectives and Strategies in Health Programme Planning • Series 3: Implementation Functions and Support Systems in Health Programmes • Series 4: Evaluation Strategies, Procedures, and Budget Analysis • Series 5: Types of Planning and Evaluation in Health Programmes Series Outline 1.1 Concept of community health needs assessment • 1.1.1 Definition and purpose of needs assessment • 1.1.2 Principles guiding community health assessment • 1.1.3 Role of needs assessment in programme planning 1.2 Methods and tools for community health assessment • 1.2.1 Quantitative methods (surveys, epidemiological data) • 1.2.2 Qualitative methods (focus groups, interviews, participatory approaches) • 1.2.3 Use of health information systems and secondary data 1.3 Identifying gaps and prioritising health problems • 1.3.1 Concept of gaps in health services and outcomes • 1.3.2 Techniques for identifying and analysing gaps • 1.3.3 Criteria for prioritising community health problems 1.4 Stakeholder involvement in needs assessment and gap identification • 1.4.1 Importance of engaging stakeholders • 1.4.2 Roles of community members, health professionals, and policymakers • 1.4.3 Challenges and strategies in stakeholder participation
LA-NET | ONLINE LEARNING VIDEO PLATFORM FOR POST-SECONDARY & HIGHER INSTITUTION STUDENTS Introduction Community health programmes cannot be effective unless they are built on a clear understanding of the needs of the population they serve. Every community has unique health challenges, shaped by its demographic, social, and environmental conditions. Conducting a thorough needs assessment allows public health professionals to identify these challenges, highlight gaps in services, and design interventions that are both relevant and sustainable. This Series therefore provides the foundation for health programme planning by focusing on how to assess and prioritise community health needs. The aim of this Series is to equip you with the knowledge and skills required to conduct community health needs assessments, identify gaps in health services, and engage stakeholders in the process of prioritising health problems. We shall commence this Series by exploring the concept of community health needs assessment, including its definition, purpose, and guiding principles. Next, we will examine the methods and tools used in assessing community health, ranging from quantitative surveys to qualitative approaches. Following that, we will move on to identifying gaps and prioritising health problems, considering techniques and criteria for decision-making. Finally, we will wrap up by discussing the importance of stakeholder involvement, highlighting the roles of community members, health professionals, and policymakers, as well as strategies for overcoming challenges in participation. Series Learning Outcomes Upon completing this Series, you should be able to: • SLO 1.1 define community health needs assessment and explain its purpose in programme planning, • SLO 1.2 describe the guiding principles of community health assessment, • SLO 1.3 analyse quantitative and qualitative methods used in community health assessment, • SLO 1.4 apply appropriate tools such as surveys, interviews, and health information systems in assessing community health, • SLO 1.5 explain the concept of gaps in health services and outcomes, • SLO 1.6 demonstrate techniques for identifying and analysing gaps in community health, • SLO 1.7 evaluate criteria for prioritising community health problems, • SLO 1.8 explain the importance of stakeholder involvement in needs assessment and gap identification, • SLO 1.9 identify the roles of community members, health professionals, and policymakers in the assessment process, and • SLO 1.10 assess challenges in stakeholder participation and propose strategies to enhance engagement.
LA-NET | ONLINE LEARNING VIDEO PLATFORM FOR POST-SECONDARY & HIGHER INSTITUTION STUDENTS 1.1 Concept Of Community Health Needs Assessment 1.1.1 Definition and purpose of needs assessment Community health needs assessment is a systematic process of identifying and analysing the health issues and requirements of a population. It involves gathering information about health status, resources, and gaps in services to guide programme planning. The purpose of needs assessment is to ensure that interventions are evidence-based, relevant, and tailored to the actual needs of the community. Fill in the blank: A systematic process of identifying and analysing the health issues of a population is called community health ______ assessment.
LA-NET | ONLINE LEARNING VIDEO PLATFORM FOR POST-SECONDARY & HIGHER INSTITUTION STUDENTS Description: Diagram showing the cycle of community health needs assessment (data collection → analysis → identification of needs → planning interventions). Caption: Figure 1.1 Cycle of community health needs assessment 1.1.2 Principles guiding community health assessment Community health assessment is guided by several principles. These include: • Participation: involving community members in identifying and prioritising needs. • Equity: ensuring that vulnerable groups are considered in the assessment. • Evidence-based practice: using reliable data to inform decisions.
LA-NET | ONLINE LEARNING VIDEO PLATFORM FOR POST-SECONDARY & HIGHER INSTITUTION STUDENTS • Sustainability: focusing on long-term solutions rather than short-term fixes. These principles ensure that the assessment process is inclusive, fair, and effective. Fill in the blank: One principle of community health assessment is ensuring that vulnerable groups are considered, which is referred to as ______. Caption: Box 1.1 Principles of community health assessment Content: • Participation • Equity • Evidence-based practice
LA-NET | ONLINE LEARNING VIDEO PLATFORM FOR POST-SECONDARY & HIGHER INSTITUTION STUDENTS • Sustainability 1.1.3 Role of needs assessment in programme planning Needs assessment plays a critical role in programme planning. It provides the foundation for setting objectives, designing strategies, and allocating resources. Without a proper assessment, programmes risk being irrelevant or ineffective. For example, a health programme designed without considering community needs may fail to address the most pressing issues, leading to wasted resources. Fill in the blank: Needs assessment provides the foundation for setting objectives, designing strategies, and allocating ______.
LA-NET | ONLINE LEARNING VIDEO PLATFORM FOR POST-SECONDARY & HIGHER INSTITUTION STUDENTS Caption: Table 1.1 Role of needs assessment in programme planning Description: Table showing how needs assessment informs objectives, strategies, resource allocation, and evaluation. Pilot questions 1.1 1. Define community health needs assessment. 2. State one purpose of community health needs assessment. 3. List two principles guiding community health assessment. 4. Why is equity important in community health assessment? 5. Explain one role of needs assessment in programme planning.
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