Training Course in Mobile Data Collection Using SurveyCTO
This course offers practical skills in mobile data collection and data management using SurveyCTO.
Course Overview
| Course Title | Training Course in Mobile Data Collection Using SurveyCTO |
| Organization | Tech For Development (T4D) |
| Venue | Tech For Development (T4D) Training Center along Tala Road, Runda, Nairobi |
| Duration | 5 days |
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| Course Fees (Face-to-Face) | USD 1,100/KES 75,000 (Exclusive of VAT) |
| Course Fees (Virtual) | USD 1,000/KES 70,000 (Exclusive of VAT) |
| Training Modes | Virtual and face-to-face training |
| Payment | Payment should be made to the Tech For Development (T4D) bank account on or before the start of the course |
| Accreditation | Tech For Development Certificate of Course Completion |
This course offers practical skills in mobile data collection and data management using SurveyCTO, guiding participants through the following key techniques:
• Digitizing field surveys
• Deploying forms on mobile devices
• Collecting offline/online field data using mobile-based survey forms
• Ensuring data quality through secure data management and cleaning
• Exporting datasets for analysis
The training course emphasizes hands-on practice, real-time monitoring, data integrity, and workflow efficiency.
It is ideal for researchers, M&E practitioners, NGOs, and organizations seeking to transition from paper-based to digital data systems.
Duration
5 days
What Are the Key Skills From This Course?
• Designing digital surveys
• Deploying forms on mobile devices
• Collecting offline/online field data using mobile-based survey forms
• Managing field activities and enumerators
• Survey data hosting and access control
• Ensuring data quality through secure data management and cleaning
• Exporting datasets for analysis
Who Should Attend This Course?
• Researchers
• Data enumerators and field officers
• M&E professionals
• Data scientists
• NGO professionals
Course Objectives
By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:
• Convert paper forms/questionnaires into digital forms that can be used for mobile data collection and case management
• Collect high-quality and secure data both online and offline using SurveyCTO
• Integrate SurveyCTO with other tools for data management, analysis, visualization, mapping, and reporting
• Conduct data audits and real-time monitoring during field data collection
• Develop a basic mobile application, install it, and use it on a phone
• View, manage, and export data compatible with statistical tools for further analysis
Course Requirements
• Proficiency in English
• Basic computer literacy
• Understanding of basic ICT concepts
Training Approaches
• Interactive lectures
• Live demonstrations
• Hands-on exercises
• Group discussions
• Real-world case studies
• Knowledge checks and quizzes
• Collaborative group work
Course Modules
Course Outline
Module I: Introduction to Mobile Data Collection
• Overview of mobile data collection technologies
• Introduction to SurveyCTO and its key features
• Setting up a SurveyCTO account and project
• Case Study: Implementing Mobile Data Collection in a Health Survey
Module II: Designing Surveys Using SurveyCTO
• Principles of survey design and question formulation
• Using SurveyCTO to create and customize surveys
• Testing and deploying surveys on mobile devices
• Hands-on Exercise: Designing a Household Survey for Socioeconomic Research
Module III: Data Collection and Enumerator Management
• Preparing for data collection in the field
• Managing field teams and monitoring data collection in real time
• Troubleshooting common challenges during fieldwork
• Case Study: Managing Data Collection for an Agricultural Census
Module IV: Data Management and Analysis
• Importing and exporting data from SurveyCTO
• Cleaning and managing collected data
• Basic data analysis techniques using SurveyCTO and other tools
• Hands-on Exercise: Analyzing Data from a Community Development Project
Module V: Ensuring Data Quality and Security
• Best practices for maintaining data quality
• Implementing data security measures within SurveyCTO
• Integrating SurveyCTO with external data management systems
• Case Study: Ensuring Data Integrity in a National Survey
Course Administration
Methodology
Instructor-led sessions use a blended learning approach combining presentations, guided practical exercises, web-based tutorials, and group work, delivered by seasoned industry experts. All facilitation and course materials are in English, so participants should be reasonably proficient in the language.
Accreditation
Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued a Tech For Development Certificate of Course Completion certified by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA).
Training Venue
The training will be held at the Tech For Development Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and lunch. All participants will additionally cater to their travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.
Accommodation & Airport Transfer
Arranged upon request.For reservations contact the Training Officer:
Email: letstalk@techfordevelopment.com
Phone: (+254) 790 824 179
Tailor-Made
This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our T4D Training Centre or at a convenient location.
Payment
Payment should be transferred to the T4D account through a bank on or before the start of the course. Send proof of payment to letstalk@techfordevelopment.com.
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