This paper outlines the importance of a systems approach when task shifting to CHWs, arguing that it cannot work unless close attention is paid to both the systems that support successful implementation and to needed expansion of human resources within the overall health care system. The paper incorporates discussion on taking a systems approach; the planning and regulatory … [Read more...] about Systems support for task-shifting to community health workers
Task shifting
Systems Support for Task-Shifting to Community Health Workers
This technical brief discusses necessary elements of a successful approach to task-shifting of life-saving services to CHWs. The document highlights the importance of systems for planning and regulation, education and training, supervision, referral and evaluation. … [Read more...] about Systems Support for Task-Shifting to Community Health Workers
Task Shifting: rational redistribution of tasks among health workforce teams: global recommendations and guidelines
WHO puts forward a set of 22 recommendations to provide guidance to countries considering adopting or extending a task-shifting approach. These recommendations were developed through a one-year process of country consultation, extensive data-gathering, and broad consultation among a wide range of experts and stakeholders. … [Read more...] about Task Shifting: rational redistribution of tasks among health workforce teams: global recommendations and guidelines
An Evidence-Based Policy Brief- Task Shifting to optimise the roles of health workers to improve the delivery of maternal and child healthcare
This report summarizes the best available evidence regarding the design and implementation of "task shifting" policies extending the use of non-medically trained primary health care workers to deliver cost-effective maternal and child health interventions. The report’s purpose is to inform deliberations and decision-making among policymakers and stakeholders. … [Read more...] about An Evidence-Based Policy Brief- Task Shifting to optimise the roles of health workers to improve the delivery of maternal and child healthcare
Implementing the HMC Resolution on Task Shifting- Focus on Injectables. Evidence Review and Development of Country Workplans
The East, Central and Southern Africa Health Community (ECSA-HC) in collaboration with Family Health International (FHI), held a regional workshop on expanding community-based access to family planning- focus on injectable contraception. … [Read more...] about Implementing the HMC Resolution on Task Shifting- Focus on Injectables. Evidence Review and Development of Country Workplans
