Information Governance and Data Security - Level 1- Online Course - CPD Accredited
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Information Governance and Data Security - Level 1- Online Course - CPD Accredited.
Welcome to our online Information Governance and Data Security training course for front-line healthcare and social care providers. All our online training courses, programmes and qualifications are accredited by the CPD Certification Service (CPDUK).
Several high-profile cases of personal data loss and breaches of confidential information, with a significant number of incidents coming from the health sector, have, however, focused and renewed the requirement for all healthcare staff to have an awareness of their responsibilities in using and safeguarding sensitive information.
Data Security has always been important but has become more complex and time-consuming to manage now that technology is so central to the way we deliver health and care.
Certificate duration: 2 years
Entry requirements: No entry restrictions
Recommended prerequisites: N/A
Assessment type: End of course assessment
Assessment pass mark – 80% needed to pass and gain a CPD certificate
Cost(s) of assessment and certification – All costs included in the course price
Awarding/Accrediting body – CPD Certification Service (CPDUK)
Information Governance and Data Security - Level 1- Online Course - CPD Accredited.
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Course aims
The aims and objectives of this online Information Governance and Data Security training course are to:
- Provide the learner with a clear understanding of the legislation regarding Data Protection and Information Governance,
- Provide awareness of how to handle safe and sensitive information,
- Provide essential tips on how to keep information safe in practice, and
- Improve knowledge of GDPR compliance requirements.
Learning outcomes
The purpose of the assessment is to enable organisations to measure their compliance against the law and central guidance and to see whether the information is handled correctly and protected from unauthorised access, loss, damage and destruction.
Information governance describes the holistic approach to managing information by implementing processes, roles and metrics to transform data into a business asset. The purpose of the information governance framework is to formally establish an organisation’s approach to the handling and management of information.
What is online Information Governance in health and social care?
Information governance helps manage and control information by supporting the organisation’s activities and ensuring compliance with its duties. Patients and service users entrust their personal information to healthcare organisations, creating distinct requirements for confidentiality, privacy, and security.
Information governance is how the NHS and other health and social care providers handle all of its information, in particular, the personal and sensitive information relating to patients and employees.
What is the purpose of Information Governance?
The purpose of the assessment is to enable organisations to measure their compliance against the law and central guidance and to see whether the information is handled correctly and protected from unauthorised access, loss, damage and destruction.
Information governance describes the holistic approach to managing information by implementing processes, roles and metrics to transform data into a business asset. The purpose of the information governance framework is to formally establish an organisation’s approach to the handling and management of information.
Why is this online Information Governance course relevant?
The effective delivery of healthcare services requires the substantial collection, processing and exchange of personal information and data. Ensuring the appropriate collection, use and security of this information is a significant legal responsibility for healthcare organisations and individual healthcare workers.
Recent high-profile cases of personal data loss and breaches of confidential information, with a significant number of incidents coming from the health sector, have, however, focused and renewed the requirement for all healthcare staff to have an awareness of their responsibilities in using and safeguarding sensitive information.
Data Security has always been important but has become more complex and time-consuming to manage now that technology is so central to the way we deliver health and care.
What is covered in this course?
This Information Governance and Data Security e-learning course covers the following:
- Introduction to information governance,
- Why information governance is essential,
- Information requirements for health and social care organisations,
- The law and standard codes of practice about information governance,
- The Caldicott Principles for information governance,
- The role of Caldicott Guardians,
- Subject access requests under the Data Protection Act,
- Freedom of Information (FIO) requests,
- Duty of confidence (the common law duty of confidentiality),
- The importance of good quality record keeping,
- Critical principles for information security,
- Individual responsibilities for information governance,
- Understand the compliance requirements under GDPR, and
- Where to find useful information about information governance (online learning resources).
Information Governance and Data Security - Level 1- Online Course - CPD Accredited.
Who is this course for?
This online Information Governance and Data Security training course should be completed by health and social care workers who routinely access personal and sensitive information, including:
- Agency and locum health and social care workers,
- Doctors and medical locums,
- Dental practice staff,
- Registered nurses,
- Allied Healthcare Professionals (AHPs),
- Healthcare Assistants (HCAs),
- Social Care Support Workers, and
- Voluntary Staff working in the NHS, private and voluntary sectors.
Information Governance and Data Security - Level 1- Online Course - CPD Accredited.
Requirements
Learn anywhere, anytime on any device.
You will need access to a desktop computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone device to complete these online courses. You can start, pause/stop and return to where you left off.
Our courses utilise responsive design features, making them available on any device of your choice.
Information Governance and Data Security - Level 1- Online Course - CPD Accredited.
Career path
Our online courses and programmes range from introductory modules at Level 1 (awareness/beginner) to advanced and expert modules up to Level 6.
Our e-learning modules count towards CPD hours for professionals in various sectors as well as meeting mandatory and statutory requirements (where relevant).
Information Governance and Data Security - Level 1- Online Course - CPD Accredited.
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