Training Course on Mobile Data Collection and Management Using CSPro

High-quality data is the foundation of effective decision-making, planning, and program implementation. In an age of rapid digital transformation, organizations need efficient, accurate, and secure methods for data collection and management. The Census and Survey Processing System (CSPro) is a robust, open-source software designed to streamline survey design, data collection, and data entry—particularly in field-based environments.

This Training Course on Mobile Data Collection and Management Using CSPro is designed to equip participants with hands-on skills in designing questionnaires, deploying surveys on mobile devices, managing collected data, and ensuring data quality throughout the process. Whether for censuses, household surveys, or program monitoring, CSPro offers a flexible, mobile-based solution trusted by governments, NGOs, and international agencies globally.

Participants will gain both theoretical understanding and practical competence in using CSPro for end-to-end mobile data workflows—from form design and deployment to troubleshooting and data export. By the end of the course, attendees will be well-prepared to implement mobile data collection systems that improve data accuracy, efficiency, and timeliness in their work.

Participants who successfully complete the course will receive Certificate of Participation.

OBJECTIVES

By the end of this training, the participants will be able to:

• Understand the fundamentals and benefits of mobile data collection using CSPro
• Design and customize digital questionnaires
• Deploy and manage CSPro surveys on Android mobile devices
• Validate and troubleshoot field data during collection
• Export, clean, and analyze data collected through mobile surveys
• Apply data quality control techniques and security protocols
• Plan and manage a mobile-based data collection project end-to-end

DURATION

The course will take 5 days.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

This course targets individuals and organizations that conduct the population and housing censuses as well as surveys such as Demographic and labor force surveys, Household income and expenditure surveys, Demographic and Health Surveys (DHS), Living Standards Measurement Study (LSMS) and Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey (MICS).

Others include:

• M&E professionals
• Statisticians and data clerks
• Researchers and field supervisors
• ICT staff and data managers
• Program officers in NGOs, government, and development agencies
• Anyone interested in digital survey design and mobile data collection

COURSE OUTLINE

Module 1: Introduction to Mobile Data Collection and CSPro

• Overview of mobile data collection tools and trends
• Introduction to CSPro: features and use cases
• CSPro software interface and functionalities
• Installing CSPro on desktop and Android devices

Module 2: Questionnaire Design and Application Development

• Designing paper-based vs. electronic questionnaires
• Creating and modifying dictionary files
• Building questions and data entry applications
• Introduction to logic programming in CSPro

Module 3: Advanced Logic and Validation

• Adding skip patterns and checks
• Use of lookup files and rosters
• Field verification and validation techniques
• Debugging and testing your questionnaire

Module 4: Mobile Deployment and Field Data Collection

• Setting up CSPro on Android tablets/phones
• Deploying surveys to mobile devices
• Enumerator training and mobile device management
• Collecting, syncing, and retrieving data in the field

Module 5: Data Management, Export, and Best Practices

• Exporting data to Excel, CSV, and SPSS
• Basic data cleaning and verification
• Security, backup, and cloud storage options
• Planning and managing mobile data collection projects
• Troubleshooting common issues and final review

GENERAL NOTES

• The instructor led trainings are delivered using a blended learning approach and comprises of presentations, guided sessions of practical exercise, web-based tutorials and group work. Our facilitators are seasoned industry experts with years of experience, working as professional and trainers in these fields.
• The participants should be reasonably proficient in English as all facilitation and course materials will be offered in English.
• Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with a certificate.
• The training will be held at Kincaid Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments and lunch.
• All participants will additionally cater for their, travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.
• Accommodation and airport pickup are arranged upon request. For reservations contact the Training coordinator at Email: training@kincaiddevelopmentcenter.org or Tel: +254 724592901
• This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our Kincaid Training Centre or at a convenient location.

For further inquiries, please contact us on Tel: +254 724592901 or send mail to training@kincaiddevelopmentcenter.org

Payments are due upon registration. Payment should be sent to our Bank account before commencement of training and proof of payment sent to training@kincaiddevelopmentcenter.org