This course provides a basic introduction to the use of statistics and how to interpret statistical data. The course is particularly suitable for anyone planning to undertake a simple statistical analysis or requiring help with interpretation of statistics commonly presented in academic papers and scientific reports. It covers: Identifying data types (e.g. continuous; binary; etc.); summarising data (using graphs and summary statistics); Interpreting confidence intervals and p-values; identifying appropriate statistical tests for different types of data; interpreting results of statistical tests such at t-tests and chi-squared tests; interpreting measures of association (such as risk ratios and odds ratios).
The National Institute for Health Research Collaboration for Leadership in Applied Health Research and Care West (NIHR CLAHRC West) works with partner organisations, including the NHS, local authorities and universities, to conduct applied health research and implement research evidence, to improve health and healthcare across the West.
