TABLE 1.
Timeline of SLMTA implementation in Ethiopia.
| Activity | Cohort I (24 laboratories) | Cohort II (21 laboratories) |
|---|---|---|
| Baseline audit | June 2010 | January 2011 |
| First workshop | August 2010 | March 2011 |
| Improvement projects from the first workshop | 4 improvement projects | 4 improvement projects |
| Supportive site visits | 2 visits | 1 visit |
| Second workshop | December 2010 | July 2011 |
| Improvement projects from the second workshop | 4 improvement projects | 4 improvement projects |
| Supportive site visits | 1 visit | None |
| Third workshop | March 2011 | December 2011 |
| Improvement projects from the third workshop | 5 improvement projects | 5 improvement projects |
| Supportive site visits | 1 visit | None |
| Exit audit | October 2011 | May 2012 |
SLMTA, Strengthening Laboratory Management Toward Accreditation.