The Value of Training
Even though the products offered by DI are
user-friendly, training sessions provide valuable information for both new and
experienced users. Establishing a new registry, introducing a new staff member
to the program, changing role responsibilities, or learning to utilize more of
a software product's capabilities are the most common reasons training is
requested. Training sessions are available for DI's Collector products and for
the NTRACS registry software.
DI has developed several training delivery options to
accommodate various learning styles, busy schedules and budget needs.
Regardless of the method, formal training sessions will:
- help new Collector users to develop good registry
habits early
- enable all users to implement efficient software
techniques such as data input, report generation, benchmarking, etc.
- facilitate the use of user-defined features for
report writing, etc.
- provide insight to possible other uses of Collector
(interfaces, downloads, etc.)
DI's On-line Training Sessions
The popularity of these on-line courses has grown
dramatically in recent months. In addition to the versatility of topics
available, web-training is also:
- Convenient - you can even train from home!
- Economical - Individual hospitals save even more
when multiple attendees register together
- Staffed by experienced Instructors - skilled in
web-based teaching techniques
- Easy to schedule - Choose the module(s) that best
meet your needs and call or email to reserve your place.
On-line sessions for trauma registry software are
scheduled regularly. The sessions are fee-based reservations are required.
Click here for a list of
upcoming dates.
Collector Outcomes training, advanced topic modules,
as well as sessions for individual hospitals or for a group of regional
hospitals, are scheduled as requested.
DI Training
DI training sessions are held at our facility in
northeastern Maryland and can often be scheduled within just a few weeks of
your request. These are one or two-day, in-person sessions and can be tailored
to meet your specific training needs. It also can include discussions regarding
other Collector projects. Highlights of DI training include:
- In-person training with experienced training staff
member
- Individual, hands-on session, customized to meet
your needs
- Opportunity to meet with DI product support and
development staff
- Opportunity to visit Maryland and Washington,
DC
Regional "On-site" Training:
Regional on-site training sessions normally require the
most lead time, particularly if individuals will be invited from many
facilities. These sessions are often requested for groups of 10-20 Collector
users from facilities in the same geographic area. The topics covered include
Module 1 and Module 2 of Collector Trauma Registry Training. Other topics are
available upon request.
DI staff will work with you to make the arrangements
for these sessions. Benefits include:
- In-person training with limited or no travel
- Hands-on training
- Opportunity to network with other Collector users
within your state/region
- Can be coordinated to piggy-back with other regional
meetings
Single Facility "On-Site" Training:
A facility can schedule an on-site training session at
its location for up to 5 attendees. These are most commonly requested when new
Collector software is being installed or if a facility finds that several staff
members are in need of training. A few of the benefits of On-Site training
include:
- In-person training with limited or no travel
- Hands-on training
- Topics tailored to your staff's needs
- Keeps staff "on the same page"
- Provides opportunity to discuss individual facility
registry questions