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The National Chronic Disease Self-Management Education Database houses participant and workshop level information from evidence-based CDSME programs across the country. Learn more about program participants and explore guidance for data collection and management.

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Jun 17, 2021

Overview of the National CDSME Database Read Article

These resources can help you get the most out of the National Chronic Disease Self-Management Education Database.

Sep 14, 2022

Getting Started in the CDSME Database Read Article

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Sep 8, 2022

Need Help with the National CDSME Database? Submit a Request Read Article

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Data Collection Tools and Resources

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Jul 21, 2022

Data Collection Tools for Chronic Disease Self-Management Education Read Article

Jan 1, 2021

Instructions: Adding a New Host Organization or Implementation Site to the CDSME Database Read Article

Aug 26, 2021

Optional Data Fields in the National CDSME Database Read Article

Jul 9, 2021

Do’s and Don’ts for Modifying Data Collection Forms Read Article

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Oct 4, 2021

Research on Evidence-Based Programs Read Article

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Aug 24, 2021

Privacy and Data Security Practices Read Article

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Jul 1, 2020

Frequently Asked Questions- CDSME Data Management and Analyses Read Article

Data Entry Guidance By Program

ACL grantees implementing the Tool Kit for Active Living with Chronic Conditions: find guidance for entering data for this program into the National CDSME Database.

Sep 26, 2022

Data Collection Guidance for “Tool Kit for Active Living with Chronic Conditions” Read Article

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Oct 15, 2018

Instructions: Entering Data for Workplace CDSMP into the National CDSME Database Read Article

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Nov 30, 2021

Instructions: Walk With Ease Data Collection & Entry Read Article

Tools for Importing Data

Our Guide to Importing Data into the National CDSME Database gives an overview of importing data, things to consider when working with and choosing a vendor, and data preparation tips.

Sep 8, 2022

Guide to Importing Data into the National Chronic Disease Self-Management Education (CDSME) Database Read Article

Give NCOA permission to upload your program data uploaded to the National CDSME or Falls Prevention Database.

Sep 14, 2022

Authorization to Share and/or Exchange Data With the National Council on Aging Read Article

Tools for Improving Data Accuracy

A SNAP interview helps determine your eligibility and qualifies you for benefits. When you know exactly what to expect, you can go to your interview prepared.

Jan 4, 2022

CDSME Participants vs. Completers: How Are They Tracked? Read Article

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Jan 1, 2021

Tip Sheet: Maximizing Complete and Accurate Data Read Article

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Jun 29, 2021

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