Geocoding and Address Matching Training Course
Geocoding and Address Matching Training Course
Introduction
In an increasingly data-driven world, a vast amount of critical information is stored in text-based formats, particularly as addresses. From customer databases and health records to asset inventories and incident reports, understanding the geographic location associated with these addresses is paramount for spatial analysis, visualization, and informed decision-making. Geocoding is the fundamental process of transforming descriptive location information, such as street addresses or place names, into precise geographic coordinates (latitude and longitude) that can be mapped and analyzed within a Geographic Information System (GIS). Address Matching is a key component of geocoding, involving the systematic comparison of an input address against a reference dataset (like a street network or parcel layer) to find the best possible spatial match. Without accurate geocoding and address matching capabilities, organizations struggle to unlock the spatial intelligence embedded in their text-based data, leading to fragmented insights, inefficient operations, and an inability to visualize and analyze critical information on a map. Many professionals working with large address datasets face challenges with data quality, inconsistent formats, and the complexities of choosing and configuring appropriate geocoding methods to achieve high match rates and accuracy.
Conversely, mastering geocoding and address matching empowers professionals to transform raw address lists into actionable spatial data, enabling a wide range of applications from customer profiling and service area analysis to crime mapping, logistics optimization, and emergency response. This specialized skill set is crucial for bridging the gap between tabular data and spatial intelligence, allowing organizations to visualize, analyze, and gain new insights from their address-based information. Our intensive 5-day "Geocoding and Address Matching" training course is meticulously designed to equip GIS professionals, data analysts, urban planners, public health specialists, business intelligence analysts, and anyone working with address-based data with the essential knowledge and practical skills required to confidently perform accurate geocoding, manage reference data, and troubleshoot common matching challenges.
Duration
5 Days
Target Audience
The "Geocoding and Address Matching" training course is ideal for a broad range of professionals who regularly work with or need to convert address-based data into mappable geographic information. This includes:
Course Objectives
Upon successful completion of the "Geocoding and Address Matching" training course, participants will be able to:
Course Modules
Module 1: Introduction to Geocoding and Address Data
Module 2: Geocoding Reference Data
Module 3: Geocoding Methods and Matching Concepts
Module 4: Preparing Address Data for Geocoding
Module 5: Creating and Managing Geocoding Locators
Module 6: Performing Geocoding Operations
Module 7: Evaluating Geocoding Quality and Troubleshooting
Module 8: Geocoded Data Integration and Applications
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TERMS OF PAYMENT
Payment should be made to Macskills Development Institute bank account before the start of the training and receipts sent to info@macskillsdevelopment.com
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25/08/2025 - 29/08/2025 | $1,500 | Nairobi |
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15/09/2025 - 19/09/2025 | $1,750 | Mombasa |
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22/09/2025 - 26/09/2025 | $1,500 | Nairobi |
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06/10/2025 - 10/10/2025 | $1,750 | Mombasa |
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20/10/2025 - 24/10/2025 | $1,500 | Nairobi |
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03/11/2025 - 07/11/2025 | $1,750 | Mombasa |
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24/11/2025 - 28/11/2025 | $1,500 | Nairobi |
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01/12/2025 - 05/12/2025 | $1,750 | Mombasa |
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08/12/2025 - 12/12/2025 | $1,500 | Nairobi |
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05/01/2026 - 09/01/2026 | $1,750 | Mombasa |
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19/01/2026 - 23/01/2026 | $1,500 | Nairobi |
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09/02/2026 - 06/02/2026 | $1,750 | Mombasa |
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16/02/2026 - 20/02/2026 | $1,500 | Nairobi |
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02/03/2026 - 06/03/2026 | $1,750 | Mombasa |
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23/03/2026 - 27/03/2026 | $1,500 | Nairobi |
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06/04/2026 - 10/04/2026 | $1,750 | Mombasa |
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20/04/2026 - 24/04/2026 | $1,500 | Nairobi |
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04/05/2026 - 08/05/2026 | $1,750 | Mombasa |
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25/05/2026 - 29/05/2026 | $1,500 | Nairobi |
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01/06/2026 - 05/06/2026 | $1,750 | Mombasa |
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22/06/2026 - 26/06/2026 | $1,500 | Nairobi |
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