Module 4. Needs Assessment

Overview

• Definition
• Importance of Needs Assessment
• Legislative Requirements
• HRSA/HAB Expectations
• Needs Assessment Components

Needs Assessment Data Provided by Recipient/Surveillance

• Overview of Needs Assessment Data Provided by Surveillance
• Legislative Requirements
• Epidemiologic Profile
• Estimate and Characteristics of PLWH with Unmet Need
• Estimate and Characteristics of PLWH who are Unaware of their Status
• Uses of Data Provided through the HIV Surveillance System

Needs Assessment Components for PC/PB Implementation

• Overview of PC/PB Responsibilities for Needs Assessment
• Assessment of Service Needs and Barriers
• Resource Inventory
• Profile of Provider Capacity and Capability
• Assessment of Service Needs and Gaps

Designing and Managing Needs Assessment

• Data-Gathering Methods
• Using a Multi-Year Plan
• Needs Assessment Steps and Staffing
• Controlling Needs Assessment Costs
• Maximizing Consumer Input
• Prevention-Care Needs Assessment

Analyzing and Presenting Needs Assessment Findings

• Analyzing Needs Assessment Findings
• Integrating Data from Multiple Sources
• Presenting Findings