National SBHC Data
Accurate and current data are important in describing the SBHC landscape, identifying strengths and challenges, understanding baseline information, and monitoring progress. Exploring and analyzing data often go hand-in-hand with quality assessment and improvement. Data Tools and ReportsNational Census: NASBHC conducts a triennial national survey of school-based, school-linked, and mobile health centers. This online survey provides the field with accurate, up-to-date data about SBHC demographics, staffing, services, policies, utilization, financing, prevention activities, and clinical policies. The next National Census will be fielded in Fall 2011. The current National Census Summary Report highlights data from the 2007-2008 National Census. Summary Reports from previous Census include: National Data from School Year 2004-05 Census Additionally, NASBHC members can access state fact sheets based on the National Census data (if the state’s response rate was equal to or greater than the national response rate). State Policy Survey: A national survey to assess the current status of state-level public policies and activities that promote the growth and sustainability of school based and school connected health services. State Data Reports: State-specific data reports related to school-based health care developed by state health departments or NASBHC affiliates. Connecticut Association Assesses Patients Satisfaction Projection for SBHC Expansion: View projections of the number of SBHCs needed in each state based on number of children living in health professional shortage areas (HPSA) and numbers of children uninsured. |
