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Anthropometry training video Demonstrates measurement of child weight, length, height and arm circumference, and adult weight and height. Available in English, French and Spanish. Published in 2004, by |
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Asegurando un inicio saludable para un desarrollo futuro: El hierro durante los primeros seis meses de vida En los lactantes y en los niños, la defi ciencia de hierro y la anemia debida a la defi ciencia de hierro son de particular preocupación, debido a sus efectos negativos y probablemente irreversibles en relación al desarrollo cognitivo, motor y conductual. Published in 2008, by |
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Barrier Analysis Facilitator’s Guide: A Tool for Improving Behaviour Change Communication in Child Survival and Community Development Programs Barrier Analysis is a rapid assessment tool used in community health and other community development projects to identify behavioral determinants associated with a particular behavior. These behavioral determinants are identified so that more effective behavior change communication messages, strategies and supporting activities (e.g., creating support... Published in 2004, by |
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Breastfeeding Counselling: A Training Course Designed to provide health workers with the clinical and interpersonal skills needed to support mothers and their children to breastfeed optimally. It includes guides for the course director and trainers, a participant’s manual, a booklet with overhead figures, a slide book and annexes. The materials are designed to make it possible for trainers even with... Published in 1993, by |
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Communicable disease control in emergencies: A field manual A manual, including the prevention, surveillance, and outbreak control of communicable diseases. Chapters on rapid assessment, prevention, surveillance, oubreak control and disease prevention and control. Published in 2005, by |
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Community-Based Management of Acute Malnutrition (CMAM) - Training Guide Extensive training course on all aspects of setting up and running community based therapeutic care programmes. With practical cases and exercises. Suitable for managers and health workers Published in 2008, by |
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EAPRO Training for Improved Practice: Public Health and Nutrition in Emergencies Practical training package for 10 days designed for UNICEF staff covering and public health and nutrition aspects of emergencies from assessment to design and monitoring programmes. 1. Welcome and Introductions 2. Policies, Practices and Decision Making 3. Basic Concepts 4. Rapid Assessments in Emergencies 5. Survey Methodology 6. Survey... Published in 2003, by |
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EFSA Distance Learning material Two versions are available; one for experienced practitioners and the other for relative novices. The training package is an interactive package with many exercises and case studies to work through. Suitable for field staff Published in 2007, by |
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FAO Food Security Information for Action Distance Learning Material DISTANCE LEARNING materials designed for self-paced e-learning, developed by international experts to support capacity building and on-the-job Training and Workshops at national and local food security information systems and networks. Free of charge registration provides access to the materials. Published in 2007, by |
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Food and Nutrition Handbook This handbook is aimed at WFP staff at all levels who are involved with the delivery of food assistance to WFP beneficiaries. It should serve as both a reference and training manual, providing the staff with - better understanding of food an nutrition issues as they relate to WFP - a practical tool to tackle a number of basic nutrition related tasks,... Published in 2005, by |
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Food Security Information Systems and Networks E-learning course designed as a distance learning course to support capacity building and training for national local nutrition and food security information systems and network. This course introduces and provides guidance in assessing different kinds of information systems related to food security analysis. Published in 2007, by |
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HIV and infant feeding counselling tools These tools have been created to help health workers before, during and after a counselling session so that they can better support HIV-positive mothers. Published in 2005, by |
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Humanitarian Charter and Minimum Standards in Disaster Response A handbook and set of training materials which is an output of the Sphere Project, (an inter-agency project) with the aim of improving quality and accountability of humanitarian assistance. It contains the Humanitarian charter, and 5 technical chapters – each with standards, indicators and guidance notes. Published in 2011, by |
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IDPAS Iron World "IDPAS Iron World" includes an outline of webpages with a diverse set of documentation related to micronutrient nutrition with emphasis on preventing and controlling iron deficiency anemia. IDPAS provides technical information, and timely responses to questions and requests for information. Covered topics range from how to effectively support advocacy for... Published in 2003, by |
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Improving Nutrition through Home Gardening: A Training Package for Preparing Field Workers in Southeast Asia TRAINING COURSE for agricultural extension agents to strengthen their ability to promote home gardening for better family and community nutrition Published in 1995, by |
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Infant Feeding in Emergencies Module 1 This module covers how to feed infants, by breastfeeding and, when necessary, other options. It also addresses existing recommendations and protective policies, and gives guidance on how to provide adequate support for appropriate infant feeding. Module 1 provides an overall introduction to infant feeding in emergencies, and explains why it is an important... Published in 2001, by |
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Infant Feeding in Emergencies Module 2 Version 1.1 Module 2 aims to provide health and nutrition workers with the basic knowledge and skills to help both breastfeeding and artificially feeding women. The first task is to support breastfeeding women, so that they do not lose confidence and introduce artificial feeds unnecessarily. The next task is to identify and help women who have feeding difficulties. The... Published in 2007, by |
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Infant formula - Generic label A generic label for infant formula Published in 2000, by |
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Integrating Vitamin A with Immunization - An Information and Training Package TRAINING module for integrating Vitamin A with immunization programmes. The training sessions cover: General information Logistics and supplies Administration of Vitamin A capsules Record-keeping Social mobilization Monitoring and supervision In addition there are case studies for Malawi and Ethiopia. The training is aimed for all contexts,... Published in 2003, by |
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Integration of IYCF Support into CMAM - Facilitator's Guide and Handouts The purpose of the Facilitator’s Guide - Integration of IYCF Support into CMAM (Community-based Management of Acute Malnutrition) is to train health care personnel and community health workers in the integration of recommended infant and young child feeding (IYCF) practices within CMAM. These health workers will support mothers/caregivers in prevention as... Published in 2009, by |
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Learning about Micronutrient Nutrition: Iodine The objectives of this learning module are: 1. Introduce iodine deficiency disorders (IDD) as a clinical and public health problem 2. Provide up-to-date information on global IDD issues 3. Suggest clinical and population-based assessment, treatment and prevention strategies Published in 2001, by |
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Learning about Micronutrient Nutrition: Iron This educational module on iron has two basic purposes: 1. To bring to the attention of health program and project managers, professional health care providers and students the dire consequences of anaemia for health in its physical and mental dimensions and for the economic productivity of individuals and populations; and 2. To make health care... Published in 2003, by |
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Learning about Micronutrient Nutrition: Vitamin A Eduactional module to learn about Vitamin A deficiency, prevention and control programs Published in 2001, by |
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Learning Package on HIV/AIDS Interventions in Emergency settings - A Policy-Level Briefing Session An integrated learning package has been developed to promote and further support the utilization of the IASC Guidelines for HIV/AIDS Interventions in Emergency Settings. The learning package is comprised of three inter-related sets of materials including: 1. a policy-level briefing session 2. one day workshop design and trainer’s guide 3. a self-study... Published in 2005, by |
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Learning Package on HIV/AIDS Interventions in Emergency Settings – Workshop Design and Trainer’s Guide An integrated learning package has been developed to promote and further support the utilization of the IASC Guidelines for HIV/AIDS Interventions in Emergency Settings. The learning package is comprised of three inter-related sets of materials including: 1. a policy-level briefing session 2. one day workshop design and trainer’s guide 3. a self-study... Published in 2005, by |
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Livelihoods Assessments and Analysis E-learning course designed as a distance learning course to support capacity building and training for national local nutrition and food security information systems and networkThis course introduces the concept of livelihoods and the components of the livelihoods framework. It also provides guidance on assessing livelihoods in different food security... Published in 2007, by |
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Material de Apoyo: Investigando las Causas de Desnutrición Este folleto es un material de apoyo para el curso sobre la Curso de Capacitación sobre la Evaluación del Crecimiento del Niño (2008), que es una herramienta para la implementación del Nuevo Patrón de Crecimiento de la OMS. El curso en su conjunto con todos los materiales se puede ver el la pagina web. El contenido demuestra cómo tomar medidas de... Published in 2008, by |
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Micronutrient Malnutrition- Detection, Measurement and Intervention- a Training Pack for Field Staff A Training course on micronutrient malnutrition made up of POWER POINT presentations, Handouts and Photo cards aimed at raising awareness of micronutrient deficiencies Session 1: Important Nutrition Concepts Session 2: Micronutrient Deficiency Diseases Session 3: Detection and Prevention Published in 2003, by |
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Micronutrients in Somalia: a Pocket Guide Guidelines including information on micronutrients and the disorders that result from their deficiency as part of a strategy to counter malnutrition problem in Somalia through short and longer term interventions aimed at prevention. The guidelines are applicable outside Somalia and are accompanied by Flip Charts for training use. Published in 2005, by |
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Module 7: gestion de la vie familiale, domestique et personnelle Ce module a pour but d'amener les formateurs/trices à acquérir des compétences de base en matière d’hygiène, de santé, de nutrition, de gestion de l’environnement et des biens en vue d’assurer un meilleur encadrement aux filles et aux femmes en particulier pour l’amélioration de leur cadre de vie. Published in 2002, by |
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Mother to Mother Support Group Methodology and Infant Feeding The purpose is two-fold: to train community health workers to facilitate infant feeding and mother-to-mother support groups; and to train trainers of community health workers in the methodology for facilitating mother-to-mother support groups related to infant feeding. May be useful to do in a longer-term emergency Published in 2003, by |
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National Micronutrient Training Module and Job Aids for Village Volunteers To further extend nutrition skills and knowledge into the health system, the Village Volunteer Micro-nutrient Module provides training to village volunteers on good nutrition practices, including infant and young child feeding, the role of micronutrients, counseling to prevent maternal and child anemia, how to assist in the preparation of vitamin A rounds,... Published in 2009, by |
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National Nutrition Training Curriculum - Minimum Package of Activities (MPA) 10 The Minimum Package of Activities (MPA) Module 10 training package works to strengthen the nutrition skills and knowledge of health centre staff to facilitate integrated nutrition activities in health service delivery, supervision and information. MPA Module 10 focuses on Cambodia’s five main nutrition interventions (infant and young child feeding, growth... Published in 2009, by |
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National training programmes on treatment of severe malnutrition National programmes supported by WHO. Good examples for trainers. Published in 2010, by |
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NUTRITION - A Guide to Data Collection, Analysis, Interpretation and Use Manual aimed at mid-level managers in all sectors who would like to better understand nutrition information and its use. The manual sets out all the steps involved in nutrition data collection and analysis including practical guidance for use by survey enumerators, health facility workers and other field workers. Additional materials have also been prepared... Published in 2005, by |
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Nutrition and HIV/AIDS: A Training Manual This training course is designed to enable African institutions of higher learning to integrate nutrition and HIV and AIDS into their training programmes. The manual is intended to complement existing materials and curricula, and is targeted at tutors of medical or health sciences, applied human nutrition, dietetics or home economics, and food technology and... Published in 2004, by |
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Nutritional care and support for people living with HIV/AIDS: A training course A training course for caregivers of PLWHA and their families that focuses on practical nutrition care and communication skills Published in 2009, by |
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NutVal Version 2.2 NutVal is a spreadsheet application for planning and monitoring the nutritional content of general food aid rations. Published in 2006, by |
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Participation for Empowerment: A manual for Development Agents Participation for empowerment is a manual to assist in training field staff to adopt techniques and attitudes that promote community empowerment in their day-to-day field activities and in their program planning. This manual is presented in the form of a workshop, lasting approximately five days, with all the instructions needed to replicate the workshop. Published in 2001, by |
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PreventionWeb - Serving the information needs of the disaster reduction community PreventionWeb is a platform that serves the information needs of the disaster risk reduction community, including the development of information exchange tools to facilitate collaboration. Published in 2010, by |
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Protocol for the management of Severe Acute Malnutrition With training materials and a summary wall chart. National guidelines based in recent standard protocols. Suitable for managers and health workers. Published in 2007, by |
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Reporting Food Security Information E-learning course designed as a distance learning course to support capacity building and training for national local nutrition and food security information systems and network. The four lessons provide guidance in designing, writing and increasing the impact of food security reports in different contexts. Published in 2007, by |
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Sphere Nutrition Training Modules Nutrition training modules available on the Internet. They aim to improve the technical capacity for humanitarian response in nutrition. They are aimed at staff with some responsibility for designing or monitoring nutrition related projects and aim to ensure an understanding of the scope and content of Standards in the Food Security, Nutrition and Food Aid... Published in 2011, by |
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Toolkit for addressing nutrition in emergency situations The toolkit is intended as an easy-to-use field guide that outlines the key basic interventions for nutritional support to individuals and groups during an emergency situation. In most emergencies, we focus on two key aspects: risk assessment and risk management. This toolkit focuses on risk management. What it takes to ensure that emergency needs are met... Published in 2008, by |
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Trainer’s Package for Sphere “Technical Sectors” Course The materials found here, taken together, support a concise and cohesive 5 - day workshop that will guide participants through the entire Sphere handbook (2004 Edition). It provides insights into many of the typical problems found in the sectors of Water, Sanitation, Food Aid, Nutrition, Food Security, Settlement, Shelter and Health. It also illustrates each... Published in 2007, by |
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Training course on Child Growth Assessment This course has been designed for health care providers who measure and assess the growth of children or supervise these activities. It teaches the skills and knowledge needed to measure the weight and length/height of children; plot and interpret growth measurements; and counsel mothers about growth and feeding. Course participants may include... Published in 2006, by |
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Training course on the management of severe malnutrition Seven modules with instructors’ and participants’ guides. Published in 2003, by |
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Training Package of Materials for the Course Food and Nutrition Surveillance and Emergency - Unit I This training course provides an understanding of the nutritional outcomes of emergencies (malnutrition, mortality and morbidity); and also the causes of malnutrition and mortality in emergencies (the process and dynamics of an emergency). The course has an operational focus, and at the same time incorporates relevant applied research.. The course itself is... Published in 2005, by |
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Training Package of Materials for the Course Food and Nutrition Surveillance and Emergency - Unit II This training course provides an understanding of the nutritional outcomes of emergencies (malnutrition, mortality and morbidity); and also the causes of malnutrition and mortality in emergencies (the process and dynamics of an emergency). The course has an operational focus, and at the same time incorporates relevant applied research.. The course itself is... Published in 2005, by |
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Training Package of Materials for the Course Food and Nutrition Surveillance and Emergency - Unit III This training course provides an understanding of the nutritional outcomes of emergencies (malnutrition, mortality and morbidity); and also the causes of malnutrition and mortality in emergencies (the process and dynamics of an emergency). The course has an operational focus, and at the same time incorporates relevant applied research.. The course itself is... Published in 2005, by |
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Users’ Training Manual: Improving Nutrition Programmes - An assessment Tool for Action TRAINING MANUAL developed to enhance the capacity of the members of assessment teams to conduct nutrition programme assessments, founded on a common understanding of concepts which underpin effective and sustainable community-based nutrition programmes. The manual is divided into six topics, to be taught over 3 to 5 days. The package can be adapted to... Published in 2004, by |
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WFP Advanced Nutrition Training: Measuring and Interpreting Malnutrition and Mortality The overall goal of this 6-day workshop is to build WFP staff capacity in the skills related to the collection, review, analysis and dissemination of nutrition and mortality information. Day: Introduction and Anthropometry Day 2: Micronutrients and Mortality Day 3 and 4: Surveys and sampling Day 4 and 5: Field exercise Day 6: Using data and critiquing reports Published in 2002, by |
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WFP Basic Training in Food and Nutrition A basic five-day training course on food and nutrition aimed at getting participants to gain a greater understanding of food and nutrition in relation to WFP’s work, and will provide opportunities for participants to practice related basic skills. It includes 12 sessions and three guides: trainer’s guide, workshop organizer’s guide and training... Published in 2002, by |