Information Governance and Data Security

By the end of this course you will have an understanding of:

Understand the principles of Information Governance and the importance of data security in health and care.

Understand the different types and values of information.

Understand the principles of data security, including how to ensure the confidentiality, integrity and availability of data.

Be aware of threats to data security and know how to avoid them, including:

Social engineering

Using social media safely

Using email safely

Malicious software

How to protect information

Physical security

Be able to identify data breaches and incidents and know what to report.

Understand fundamentals of data protection and the General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR).

Understand the Caldicott Principles and be able to provide a confidential service to patients and service users.

Understand the responsibilities of healthcare organisations under the Freedom of Information Act 2000.

Understand individual responsibilities in responding to a Freedom of Information request.