Open badge Science
The scientific validation of NPI cards shared in the NPIS Registry requires rigorous studies following the consensus-based evaluation framework, the NPIS Model. Designing, conducting, and promoting these studies requires specific skills. The NPIS Training Department has developed the Science Core, consisting of three levels: knowledge, skills, and interpersonal skills specific to NPI research. The acquisition of this knowledge and skills is certified by an international certificate called the Open Badge Science. It is obtained after completing initial or continuing training and passing an online questionnaire. Equivalency can be obtained upon application.
The training courses are aimed at anyone interested in research in NPI.
Training Content:
Training content for specific research skills in NPI is standardized and updated annually. A trainers' meeting is held annually during the NPIS Summit.
Open badge Science 1
Knowledge:
Scientific foundations for evaluating NPI for health
Objective:
Acquire the essential knowledge for research on NPI
Prerequisites: None
Content:
Duration: 6 hours
Open badge Science 2
Skills:
Methodological foundations and techniques for evaluating NPI for health
Objective:
Acquire the skills for deciding, designing, conducting, analysing, and financing, a study on NPI
Prerequisites : Having obtained the Open Badge Science 1 or an equivalent awarded by the NPIS.
Content:
Duration: 7 hours
Open badge Science 3
Ethic:
Ethical foundations for evaluating NPI for health
Objective:
Acquire the ethical skills necessary for research on NPI in the health sector Health
Prerequisites: Obtaining the Science 1 and 2 Open Badges during a training course, or through equivalency awarded by the NPIS.
Content:
Duration: 7 hours
Initial and continuing training courses based on standardized content are delivered by academic and private training organizations that comply with the country's regulations. They are led by trainers authorized by the NPIS.
NICEO offers continuing training on Science Open Badges for French-speaking countries:
The NPIS issues partial or complete equivalencies upon simple request, with a file attesting to the diplomas obtained, justifying professional experience, and detailing the skills acquired. A Level 1, 2, or 3 Open Badge is earned in Practice and/or Science. For more information on VAE (validation of prior learning), please, contact the NPIS Training Department by email:
