An Introduction to Data Analysis Using SPSS

CPD Credits12

Master the use of SPSS to analyse your research data

This course is designed for doctors who are currently undertaking research using SPSS (Statistical Package for the Social Sciences) to analyse their research data.

Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course you should be able to:

  • Navigate the main SPSS windows/menus
  • Input data from varied sources
  • Have an approach to data classification, so that tests are appropriate to data types
  • Process and organise data: in terms of recoding and calculating
  • Analyse data using appropriate basic statistical tests
  • Generate simple programming routines for repetitive procedures
  • Produce outputs and reports based on data analysis.

What to expect

This is a two-day virtual workshop. You will have the opportunity to practice inputting, analysing and displaying data.

This course is open to all doctors. Priority will be given to doctors on RCPI training programmes.

Recommended reading: SPSS Survival Manual by Julie Pallant.