Applied Statistics (Health Statistics)
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Program Description
Applied Statistics (Health Statistics) teaches students how to collect, clean, analyze, and report health data to improve patient care and public health. You will study basic and applied statistics, epidemiology, survey methods, data management, and data visualization. The program trains you to use statistical software and health information systems to measure disease patterns, evaluate health programs, and support decision making. Career paths include health data analyst, public health officer, health information manager, biostatistician assistant, and roles in hospitals, government health services, NGOs, and research institutes. This program builds practical, in-demand skills so you can contribute to better healthcare outcomes and pursue further study in public health and biostatistics.
Aims & Objectives
Develop the ability to collect, clean, and manage health datasets using standard protocols and tools, demonstrated by completing supervised data projects.
Master core statistical methods for health applications, including descriptive statistics, hypothesis testing, and regression analysis, assessed through assignments and exams.
Understand key epidemiological measures and study designs, shown by designing and interpreting at least one mock survey or outbreak report.
Create clear data visualizations and written reports that support decision making, evidenced by producing policy-style briefs and presentations.
Why Choose This Program?
High demand in the health sector
Ghanaian hospitals, the Ghana Health Service, NGOs, and research institutes need staff who can turn health data into practical decisions.
Practical, career-ready skills
You learn software, data collection, and reporting skills that lead directly to entry-level jobs and internships in health facilities and agencies.
Strong foundation for further study
The program prepares you for advanced training in public health, biostatistics, epidemiology, and health informatics.
Real-world learning opportunities
Many programs link students with hospital data units, community surveys, or Ghana Health Service projects for hands-on experience.
Skills & Tools
Skills You'll Develop
Collecting, cleaning, storing, and securing patient and survey data using spreadsheets, databases, and DHIS2 procedures.
Applying statistical tests, regression models, and basic epidemiological analyses using R, SPSS, or Stata to interpret health trends.
Designing questionnaires, choosing sampling methods, and using mobile tools like KoboToolbox for field data collection.
Creating charts, maps, and concise reports that communicate findings to clinicians, managers, and policymakers.
Tools & Resources
R (open source) and RStudio
SPSS or Stata (where available)
DHIS2 (District Health Information System)
KoboToolbox or ODK for mobile surveys
Challenges & Tips
Challenges
Mathematics and statistics can feel difficult.
Learning to code for analysis is new for many students.
Tips & Advice
Attend extra tutorials, use online step-by-step videos, and practice with sample datasets regularly.
Start with basic R or Excel tasks, follow guided exercises, and join study groups to build confidence.
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