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Registration
COVID-19 Update: Courses will be held remotely
Next Course date: Thursday March 7, 2024 from 9:00am-12:30pm
Remote Attendance - Students will have access to audio/video of the course lectures and all course materials
Registration fee: $350
Please complete our Registration form through our Google Form: REGISTRATION CLOSED
After you complete the registration form you will be prompted for payment via electronic fund transfer (Sinai applicants only) or credit card. Payment must be completed to confirm registration.
Course Details
Summary:
This workshop will provide participants with an understanding of the theoretical foundation and practical skills necessary to apply qualitative methods for population health research.
What to expect: 7 hours of previously recorded qualitative lectures and course materials as well as 1 hour of a live qualitative coding tutorial and 1 hour of questions and answers. Students will have the opportunity to consult with the course directors about their specific projects throughout the year!
No previous knowledge of qualitative research is needed!
All participants welcome, including
- Public health professionals
- Graduate students
- Clinicians and translational researchers
Learning Objectives:
Participants in this workshop can expect to gain:
- The knowledge needed to design a qualitative study using examples from the team’s prior work
- Familiarity with theoretical frameworks and different types of qualitative methods used in population health research
- Practical hands-on guidance on qualitative data collection (e.g. designing interview guides, interviewing and focus group facilitation techniques), and analysis
- A deeper understanding of methodological challenges in conducting qualitative studies and evaluating qualitative data
- Examples of software programs used in qualitative data analysis
- Approaches to summarizing, presenting, and publishing qualitative research
- Exposure to a range of topics including cancer outcomes, mental health research, and quality improvement in health care delivery.
Course Faculty
The faculty of the Institute for Translational Epidemiology (ITE) and Center for Biostatistics of the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (ISMMS) includes distinguished members from throughout the Icahn School of Medicine.
Professor, Director of the Institute for Translational Epidemiology; Professor, Population Health Science and Policy
Associate Professor, Department of Urology and Oncological Science
Her research focuses on evaluating patient unmet needs, experience, and patient-centered reported outcomes following cancer diagnosis. She has extensive experience conducting qualitative research in bladder, prostate, and colorectal cancer patients.
Associate Professor in the Department of Population Health (voluntary faculty).
Dr. Schwartz is trained as a clinical psychologist and behavioral epidemiologist whose research focuses on the intersection between mental health and physical health outcomes.
Assistant Professor, Department of Population Health Science & Policy
is an Associate Professor in the Department of Population Health Science & Policy who leads the Qualitative Hub in the Institute for Health Care Delivery Science. Dr. Gorbenko is a medical sociologist whose research spans health services, implementation science, and heath policy research.
Teaching Assistants:
- Angelo Zegarelli, BS
- Danielle Barham, BA
Course Testimonials
Overall quality of the course
Overall quality of the faculty
Would you recommend this course to others?
My knowledge of qualitative research methods has increased
“Faculty teachers were knowledgeable, articulate, and entertaining. Course material was relevant and well communicated.
— Participant, July 2018 Course”
“Good introduction to the theories and main components of qualitative research. My colleagues who are new to qualitative methods thought it was really informative and I found the coding and manuscript portions really helpful.
— Participant, July 2018 Course”
Frequently Asked Questions
COVID-19 Update: Course will be held remotely
Q: What are the course materials ?
A: Electronic copies of lecture slides will be provided to attendees prior to the beginning of the course, while physical copies of handouts and relevant publications will be provided during the course.
Q: What is the course format given COVID-19 ?
7 hours of qualitative lectures and course materials provided in advance and 1 hour of live coding and 1 hour of question an answer with the ability to consult with the course directors about specific projects throughout the year
The below Q/A is not applicable due to COVID-19
Q: Will food be provided for this course?
A: Breakfast will be provided in the morning. Light refreshments, including coffee and tea, and snacks will be provided in the morning and afternoon.
Q: Do I need to bring a computer ?
A: Laptops are not required, but it is encouraged to bring a laptop.
Q: Can I attend remotely?
A: Yes, students can register remotely and this registration options includes access to all course materials
Q: Are there discounts offered?
A: Yes, early-bird reduced pricing is in effect until December 9, and potential group discounts are available. Students can also register for remote attendance at a reduced rate.