Core digital skills for health professionals — file management, cloud storage, internet safety, and professional communication
Most health professionals in low- and middle-income countries receive no formal training in digital skills. Yet every health system transformation — from paper to electronic records, from in-person to telehealth, from manual reporting to DHIS2 — begins with basic digital literacy. This skill establishes the foundation that every subsequent RAIGH skill builds on.
After completing this skill, you will be able to:
This is the first skill in the Pre-MOOC track. It requires only a smartphone or shared computer with internet access. It is designed for:
In many African medical schools, students arrive with smartphone experience but limited computer and file management skills. This skill bridges that gap.
Health_Professional/
├── Academic/
│ ├── Year_1/
│ └── Resources/
├── Clinical/
│ ├── Case_Notes/
│ └── References/
└── Certificates/
You must produce all 4 artifacts to complete this skill:
| Criterion | Excellent (3) | Adequate (2) | Needs Improvement (1) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Folder Structure | Logical hierarchy, professional naming, clear organization | Basic structure present | Unorganized or missing folders |
| Cloud Sharing | Correct permissions set, understands viewer/editor/public | Shared but permissions unclear | Not shared or wrong permissions |
| Professional tone, clear subject, attachment, CC/BCC explained | Mostly professional, minor issues | Unprofessional or incomplete | |
| Credibility | All 3 sites evaluated with specific evidence for each criterion | Evaluations present but superficial | Missing evaluations or criteria |
| Security | 2FA enabled, strong password, clear explanation of importance | 2FA enabled but weak explanation | 2FA not set up |
Passing score: 10/15 (at least "Adequate" on all criteria)