National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) Web Tutorial - Survey Orientation (Web-based)

Course Number: WB1159

The Survey Orientation course outlines the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) survey history, navigating the NHANES website, and NHANES data structure and contents for NHANES users. This course provides an overview of the survey history, methodology, and frequently used NHANES terms, and familiarizes users with the NHANES website and data structure. This course helps users build a solid understanding of the NHANES survey before attempting data analysis.

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TARGET AUDIENCE: This course is targeted to a broad range of NHANES users – public health and other government staff involved in NHANES analyses; research and education community analysts who use NHANES for scientific studies or education purposes; public health and medical professionals who use NHANES data for planning, policy making or public health programs; and other users of NHANES statistics or groups interested in NHANES.

MATERIALS: Web Browser with Adobe Acrobat Reader plug-in installed and connected to the internet. Adobe Flash plug-in and speakers recommended but not required.