The Handling Information and GDPR in Care Settings Training Course by Imperial Corporate Training Institute is designed to provide healthcare professionals with the knowledge and practical skills required to manage personal information securely and comply with data protection regulations within care environments. Participants will gain a clear understanding of confidentiality principles, information governance frameworks, and the responsibilities associated with handling sensitive patient data.
This Healthcare Management training course explores the requirements of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and its application in care settings. Through structured learning modules, delegates will learn how to collect, store, share, and dispose of information appropriately while maintaining legal compliance and protecting the rights of service users. The course also addresses data breaches, risk management, and best practices for information security in healthcare organisations.
Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the principles of information governance in care settings.
- Explain the key requirements of GDPR and data protection legislation.
- Identify responsibilities when handling personal and sensitive information.
- Apply confidentiality and privacy principles in healthcare environments.
- Recognise potential data protection risks and breaches.
- Implement secure information storage, sharing, and disposal procedures.
- Maintain accurate records while ensuring legal compliance.
- Develop strategies to improve information security practices within care organisations.
Target Audience
This course is suitable for:
- Healthcare managers and supervisors
- Care home managers and administrators
- Nurses and healthcare assistants
- Social care professionals
- Medical records personnel
- Information governance officers
- Healthcare compliance professionals
- Support staff handling patient information
- Individuals responsible for data protection in care settings