Data Protection and GDPR in Health and Social Care Training Course

Our Data Protection & GDPR e-Learning course is a CPD Certified training programme designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of Data Protection and GDPR within health and social care.
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Data Protection and GDPR in Health and Social Care Overview

Our Data Protection & GDPR e-Learning course is a CPD Certified training programme designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of Data Protection and GDPR within health and social care. This course will give you an understanding of what data is and the different types of data you may encounter (including personal and special category data). It will also provide insight into what information governance is and why it is important. You will learn how to protect data (and the role of confidentiality and cyber security in this), what a data breach is, and how to respond. Finally, you will be introduced to the Data Protection Act and the Caldicott Principles.
Duration
1h
Number of Units
4
Accreditation
CPD certified
Course Category
Health & Social Care

Learning Outcomes

  • To gain an understanding of the main elements of laws and guidance that are in place to support confidentiality and data protection.
  • To gain an understanding of the rights and responsibilities of both the employer and employee in regards to confidentiality and data protection.
  • To gain an understanding of the Caldicott Principles.
  • To gain an understanding of the difference between personal and sensitive data.
  • To gain an understanding of what a personal data breach is and how to respond.
  • To gain an understanding of the importance of data protection in relation to social media and other forms of media.

Training Units

Our Data Protection & GDPR in Health and Social Care e-Learning course is carefully structured into four units, each focusing on a critical aspect of data protection. These units provide a thorough understanding of key concepts and practical approaches to managing data securely and in compliance with regulations.

What is Data?

10m

This unit introduces the fundamentals of data and information governance, focusing on the types and classifications of data relevant to data protection.

  • Information Governance
  • What Is Data?
  • Personal Data
  • Special Category Data

Law and Responsibilities

15m

Learners will gain an understanding of data protection laws, key terminology, and individual responsibilities for protecting data.

  • The Data Protection Acts and GDPR
  • Principles of the UK GDPR
  • Rights Under the DPA and GDPR
  • Consent and Data Protection
  • The Caldicott Principles

The Importance of Data Protection

15m

This unit covers best practices for data protection, including handling data securely and recognising risks, especially in remote work scenarios.

  • Storing and Handling Support Notes
  • Sharing Information
  • Taking Care With Communication
  • Spotting Risks
  • Cyber Security

How to Respond to Data Breaches

10m

Learners will explore how to identify, respond to, and report data breaches, as well as the potential consequences.

  • What Is a Data Breach?
  • Types and signs of Data Breaches
  • Planning for a Breach
  • Responding to a Data Breach

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