[Evaluation on effectiveness of training for the national expanded program on immunization]

To evaluate the effectiveness of training for the national expanded program on immunization.

384 trainees were selected random. A questionnaire was developed and distributed to the trainees before and after training. A satisfactory survey was conducted by questionnaire after training.

The knowledge level increased obviously after training. <60 score decreased from 41.7% to 1.8%, > or = 60 score increased from 58.4% to 98.2% (chi2=179.12, P = 0.00). Total 384 trainees, the average correct rate of knowledge before and after training were 60% and 83% respectively. The age, working year, ethnic, gender and education level were factors influencing the effectiveness of training. Working unit and training location had no significant statistic difference. 78% trainees thought that the training materials were easy understand, 81% and 80% trainees were satisfied with training logistic and training skill respectively. It was suggested that training time should be longer; the training contents should base on the real case; and frequency of training should be increased in the future.

National expanded immunization program should strengthen training to the staff so as to improve the immunization service ability.