Session 2: Data Flow, Reconciliation, and Quality Assurance for TB Epidemiologists

Date: Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm PT | 1:00 – 3:00 pm ET
Online Course

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Registration Deadline: Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at 2 PM PT | 5 PM ET

This is Session 2 of 3 in the Training Series for TB Epidemiologists, jointly provided by the Curry International Tuberculosis Center and Rutgers Global Tuberculosis Institute in collaboration with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Attending all 3 sessions is not required, however, we recommend that new TB epidemiologists attend the first two sessions to get the most benefit from this training for their roles in TB. If interested in other sessions, please register:

• Session 1: Core Concepts of TB Epidemiology for Public Health Practice – May 13, 2026 Register here
• Session 3: Advanced Topics for TB Epidemiologists: Data Analysis and Cohort Review – May 27, 2026 Registration coming soon

COURSE DESCRIPTION & OVERALL GOAL
Session 2 will provide an overview of TB surveillance data flows, data types, timelines, and quality assurance to illustrate the various methods by which TB data is collected, processed, and sent to the CDC. Approaches to common challenges will be discussed by select jurisdictions. 

AGENDA
The training will be hosted via Zoom and include lectures, discussion, and Q&A.
Topics Include:

• TB surveillance data flows, types, and timelines
• Data reconciliation
• Possible solutions to select TB data problems

Detailed agenda is coming soon.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND
This introductory training is designed for entry-level and intermediate TB epidemiologists, as well as experienced public health epidemiologists who are new to the TB field, seeking to build their knowledge and strengthen their skills in TB epidemiology.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Upon completion of this activity, participants should be better able to:

• Describe various TB surveillance data timelines and requirements that a TB epidemiologist will encounter at the state and local level. 
• Explain how CDC receives and processes TB surveillance data from state and local health departments and the process of data reconciliation, including some resources that exist to support. 
• Identify solutions that select jurisdictions have used to address common TB surveillance data collection or transmission challenges.  

REGISTRATION INFORMATION & FEE
Please register using the link below:
https://rutgers.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ynuPPNQrSyeoUh3QJYOVKA

Please note that priority will be given to individuals who are new to TB epidemiology. This training is limited to individuals working within in the domestic United States. There is no fee for this training. CMEs/CNEs will not be provided.

Please contact Priscilla Moreira at pkm51@rutgers.edu with any questions regarding this training.

Due to clearance processes for certain speakers, a modified/edited recording and selected resources will be available after the training.

CANCELLATION INFORMATION
We reserve the right to modify the activity content, faculty and activities, and to cancel this activity, if necessary.

DISCLOSURES
The development of the Training Series for TB Epidemiologists was funded through Notice of Funding Opportunity CDC-RFA-PS23-2301. The views expressed by speakers and in materials do not necessarily reflect the official policies of the Department of Health and Human Services, nor does the mention of trade names, commercial practices, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. government.