Qualitative Research Methods and Implementation

Strengthen qualitative methods for real-world implementation.

Build practical skills in qualitative research design, data collection and analysis, with a focus on how qualitative methods can strengthen implementation research and healthcare improvement projects.

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Summary

This online program introduces qualitative research and methods in the context of implementation science. It is designed for people interested in qualitative research and its application in implementation research, healthcare improvement or other applied projects.

Participants will develop or extend skills in qualitative study design, data collection and analysis, with a focus on how qualitative methods intersect with implementation frameworks, stakeholder engagement, reporting and real-world practice.

Format

Online workshop delivered over one or two days.

Date and time

14–15 September 2026, 9:30am–3:00pm.

Streams

Day 1 only or full two-day program.

Recognition

Certificate available after required online module and self-check activities.

Choose your stream

Day 1 only

Ideal for participants seeking an introduction to qualitative research methods and an overview of implementation science.

  • Qualitative research principles and design
  • Qualitative methodologies and methods
  • Research questions and qualitative analysis overview
  • Introduction to implementation frameworks

Day 1 + Day 2

Recommended for participants wanting deeper application of qualitative methods in implementation research and projects.

  • Everything in Day 1
  • Implementation frameworks and models
  • Qualitative analysis for implementation projects
  • Developing a research plan
  • Writing and reporting for publication
Course dates and registration

14 September 2026

Day 1 only (online)

Time: 9:30am–3:00pm.

Register: Day 1 only

14–15 September 2026

Full two-day program (online)

Time: 9:30am–3:00pm each day.

Register: Two-day program
Pricing

Day 1 only

Single day$500

Includes GST.

Two-day program

Full program$800

Includes GST.

Attendees can choose either Day 1 only or the full two-day program depending on their experience level and learning needs.

Who should attend?

This course is suitable for students, researchers, academics, clinicians and anyone seeking to apply qualitative research methods in implementation research, healthcare improvement or related projects.

It is suitable for both beginners and experienced qualitative researchers who want to strengthen application in implementation contexts.

Enquiries and conditions

For more information, contact mchri.shortcourses@monash.edu.

Enrolment is subject to the relevant Monash terms, conditions, cancellation and transfer policies.

Highlights

Flexible streams

Choose Day 1 only or the full two-day program depending on experience and learning needs.

Implementation focus

Learn how qualitative methods intersect with implementation science and healthcare improvement.

Practical and interactive

Use published studies to explore good practice in qualitative data collection, analysis and reporting.

The program is delivered online and combines foundational qualitative research content with practical application to implementation research and projects.

Day 1: Foundations
  • Purpose, principles and possibilities of qualitative research design
  • Qualitative methodologies and methods, including philosophical underpinnings and practical applications
  • Formulating qualitative research questions for different purposes and contexts
  • Overview of qualitative analysis methods, including template and framework analysis
  • Use of frameworks in qualitative research, with emphasis on implementation frameworks
Day 2: Applied implementation methods
  • Applying implementation frameworks and models to qualitative design, methods and analysis
  • Comparing types of qualitative analysis used in implementation projects
  • Developing a research plan aligned with implementation frameworks, qualitative methods and analysis
  • Preparing and writing up implementation and qualitative studies for publication
  • Quality checks for reporting qualitative research
Assessment and recognition

Access to an online self-paced module is provided one week before the workshop. Completion of the pre- and post-workshop self-check, available through the online module, is required to receive a course completion certificate.

The program is facilitated by experts in qualitative and implementation research.

Facilitators bring expertise in qualitative study design, data collection, analysis, implementation frameworks and the application of qualitative methods in healthcare improvement projects.

The practical and interactive format uses published studies to demonstrate good practice in qualitative data collection, analysis and reporting.

Enrolment into this course is subject to Terms and Conditions.

Customised training

Customised Training

Are you interested in a customised version of this program for your organisation? Contact us to discuss tailored qualitative research and implementation methods training.

For more information contact us at mchri.shortcourses@monash.edu