The data dictionary provides the record layout for the data fields that are included in the data export from nFORM.
This page includes information and tools to support you in using nFORM 2.0. If you need additional help after reviewing these resources, you may request technical assistance by submitting a ticket in nFORM 2.0 to the nFORM help desk.
Please contact your grantee organization's site administrator(s) for help with log in issues including locked accounts and resetting passwords. Site administrators should leave a voice mail for Mathematica at 844-619-6841 if they are also unable to log into nFORM.
The CQI Resources page includes more information on using nFORM 2.0 and other data for program improvement
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Detailed Instructions
- This manual provides step-by-step instructions for using nFORM. nFORM 2.0 User Manual
- This manual describes best practices for collecting data with nFORM. Performance Measures and Data Collection Logistics Manual
- This is a PDF of privacy information to provide to clients. View Privacy Statement
Data Dictionary
- This document provides the record layout for the data fields that are included in the data export from nFORM. View Data Dictionary
Training Video
- This training video describes best practices to follow to keep data secure. Keeping Data Secure
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- Jun 2025
This template displays the nFORM 2.0 data export layout, and includes sample data and tips on how to use the nFORM 2.0 data export. Grantees may use this resource as a reference for using nFORM 2.0 data for program operations, monitoring, and improvement. This resource also includes which tabs of the data dictionary to reference when reviewing the data.
Jun 2025This tip sheet provides detailed steps on how program staff can use nFORM tools to monitor and address potential data quality issues.
May 2025The nFORM and CQI team host a panel discussion with guest speakers from Family Service Agency of Santa Barbara and University of Miami.
May 2025The nFORM team discusses considerations for data collection and reporting through the end of the grant. Attendees also share experiences and ideas for nFORM TA.
Jan 2025The nFORM team finishes their tutorial on using nFORM 2 data to support program monitoring. They start by providing a refresher on high quality data, then discuss how to monitor individual services, referrals, and incentives.
Nov 2024The nFORM team continues their tutorial on using nFORM 2 data to support program monitoring. They start by providing a refresher on what makes high quality data, then discuss how to monitor workshop setups and workshop participation.
Oct 2024The nFORM team discusses what makes data high quality, tips and tricks for monitoring client information, and how to monitor clinet survey completion rates.
Sep 2024The nFORM team introduces the latest set of enhancements to the data export request process, data export file, and the data dictionary. The team also discusses tips on how to use the data export and data dictionary.
Aug 2024The nFORM Team provides a deep dive into the data export and data dictionary, and provides tips on how to use the data for program monitoring.
Dec 2022