With over 4,000 active users and approximately 84,000 queries run annually, MassCHIP continues to be a valuable resource for a large population. We are always interested in educating the public on how to use MassCHIP, since it is a wonderful tool to use in accessing health statistics around Massachusetts.
This information is provided by MassCHIP within the Department of Public Health.
We provide two types of trainings which can easily be tailored to fit your needs as users.
Demonstration
(40 minutes - 1 hour depending on the needs of those requesting):
- Provides a general overview of the MassCHIP system.
- Outlines the different data sets included within MassCHIP.
- Defines Instant Topics and Custom Reports as well as details their differences.
- Brief look at Statistical, Charting, and Mapping features.
- Offers examples of Created Queries.
Training
(1 - 2 hours depending on the needs of those requesting):
- Provides a general overview of the MassCHIP system.
- Outlines the different data sets included within MassCHIP.
- Guides users through in viewing Instant Topics.
- Guides users through the creation of a number of Custom Reports.
- Details the differences between the two types of reports available.
- Offer query examples which include MassCHIP's custom group and sorting features.
- Analyze results received using statistical measures available in MassCHIP.
- Explore charting and mapping features.
- Importing Results Grid into Excel.
- Printing Reports.
- Offers examples of Created Queries.
- Assist users in generating their own queries. (if computer lab is available for hand-on training)
If you are interested in a demonstration or more extensive training on MassCHIP, please contact us by telephone between the hours of 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. at:
- 888-MAS-CHIP (toll-free in Massachusetts) or 617-624-5629
You may also contact us at MassCHIP via e-mail at masschip.support@state.ma.us
This information is provided by MassCHIP within the Department of Public Health.