This report presents the lessons learned from assistive technology country capacity assessments conducted in 2019 and 2020.
The national primary eye care training manual
The purpose of this manual is to provide guidance in the design, implementation and evaluation of a course that aims to build and strengthen the capacity of health personnel to manage eye patients at primary-level health facilities in Nigeria. The course falls within the remit of continuous professional development in its broadest sense. Its content focuses on simple evidence-based practice that can be easily carried out in primary-level health facilities all over Africa. This manual is intended for use by course directors and facilitators. Its intended audience includes all persons who wish to commission, support or offer a course serving the above aims, including pre-service training. This manual sets out the requisite steps for the preparation and organization of such a course.
Details
Publisher Name:
Federal Ministry of Health Nigeria
Publisher Website:
https://www.nationaleyehealthprogramme.org
Publication Year:
2020
Languages:
English
Country or Region:
Nigeria
Categories:
Education or training, Guide
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