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Training for Tuberculosis Elimination in Indonesia: Achievements, Reflections, and Potential for Impact
Stephanie Main1, Trisasi Lestari2,3, Rina Triasih3,4
1International Development, Burnet Institute, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia. stephanie.main@burnet.edu.au.
Tropical Medicine and Infectious Disease
|July 21, 2019
Summary
This study evaluated a tuberculosis (TB) training program for Indonesian healthcare workers, finding high participant satisfaction but varied project success. The findings highlight the need for tailored training and local expert involvement to improve TB response capacity.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Infectious Disease Control
- Health Systems Strengthening
Background:
- Indonesia faces a high burden of tuberculosis (TB), ranking third globally.
- A skilled healthcare workforce is crucial for effective TB control and meeting End TB strategy targets.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report on the design, delivery, outcomes, and reflections of a TB training program for Indonesian health professionals.
- To assess the impact of a collaborative Indonesian-Australian training initiative on local TB response capacity.
Main Methods:
- A blended learning approach involving pre-course workshops in Indonesia, a two-week training block in Australia, and post-course workshops.
- Training combined TB technical knowledge with program/project management theory, utilizing diverse teaching methods.
- Participants developed and implemented context-specific TB workplace projects, with evaluation via surveys and project appraisal.
Main Results:
- Seventy-six participants, selected from over 800 applicants, rated the training program highly.
- Participant-designed TB projects showed varied success in implementation.
- Reflections emphasized the value of involving local experts and adapting content to learner needs.
Conclusions:
- The training program was well-received by participants, indicating successful knowledge transfer and engagement.
- Challenges remain in measuring tangible training outputs and ensuring consistent project implementation success.
- Future TB training initiatives should prioritize local expertise and adaptive learning strategies for sustained impact.
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