DHIS2 Event Fundamentals

Course Overview

Part 1 of 2
Outline
Part 1
● DHIS2 Events Fundamentals Overview
● Prerequisites
● Review of DHIS2 data models

Part 2
● Course Purpose, Objectives and Modules
● Certification Process
● Getting Help
DHIS2 Events Fundamentals
This DHIS2 Events Fundamentals course is a online course consisting of:

● video presentations ;
● video demonstrations ;
● short, interactive activities ;
● hands-on assignments ;
● short quizzes.
Prerequisite
● In order to take part in this course, you must have :

a. either completed the DHIS2 Fundamentals course (available in the

catalogue of online courses) and received your certificate;
b. or -if you have not taken the DHIS2 Fundamentals course- demonstrated
relevant experience/knowledge in the fundamentals by taking our
screening test.
DHIS2 Data Models

DHIS2

Aggregate Tracker
Model Model

Data Sets Event Tracker

Programs Programs
Terminology - Event Programs
● Events Programs
○ Programs that collect individual data, however no information is registered that
would allow you to track an individual, item, substance, etc.

○ This is particularly useful when more granular data are needed and no requirements
to track and perform individual follow-up.

○ E.g. Surveys, surveillance line list, etc.

Terminology - Tracker Programs
● Tracker Programs
○ These programs collect individual level data and involve the registration and
tracking of an individual, item, substance, etc.

○ This involves using various identifiers to track this individual through the system as
they interact with different programs and services.

○ Tracker is more complex compared to events