The following documents offer step-wise support and guidance for operationalising the African coaLition for Epidemic Research, Response and Training, Clinical Characterisation Protocol (ALERRT CCP). A wide range of stakeholders and collaborating institutions inputted to the development and review, generating this suite of ‘Africa ready’ core documents. Having undergone an extensive consultation process, approved and downloadable versions are available below.

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• Steps To Operationalise COVID-19 CCP In Africa | Assessing Site Capacity

• Clinical Characterization Protocol for COVID-19 disease - English  |  French

• COVID-19 Case Report Form - English  |  French

• Site File Tier and Sub-Study Record

• Data Entry Guide for the ALERRT COVID-19 Database

• Ethics: Example Response Text

• Site Capacity: Points to Consider 

• Study Master File Checklist

• How do I operationalise CCP in Ghana? | Notes for the Principal Investigator

• Training for Site Staff

• Competency/Training needs: Points to Consider

• Study Walk-through Toolkit
  
  

Given the sensitive and specific nature of successfully embedding research in local settings, careful consideration 
should be given to how to promote and support community engagement for the study, and tailored accordingly.

• Cartoon information sheet for young children

• Information Sheet for Young People Age 12 to 17 Years Old

• Information Sheet for Adult Patient

• Information Sheet for Consultee

• Information Sheet for Parent/Guardian

• Information Sheet for Children Younger than 12 Years Old