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If you're working with patient data, you're also handling responsibility. In today’s healthcare settings, one misstep with data can lead to serious consequences—and not just for you, but for the people who trust you with their most personal information. This Healthcare GDPR Essentials Course helps you understand exactly what’s expected when dealing with confidential health records, digital systems, and patient interactions in a lawful and respectful way. Whether you're part of a GP surgery, hospital, care agency, or dental practice, this course helps bring clarity to the rules that matter most.

You’ll explore key GDPR terms in plain English, learn how they apply to everyday healthcare roles, and get clear guidance on handling, storing, and sharing patient data. No heavy jargon. No legal lectures. Just straight-to-the-point knowledge designed to keep both staff and patients protected. From consent and data rights to breach protocols and record-keeping, this course is an essential resource for anyone looking to stay informed and stay on the right side of the law. Simple, smart, and designed with busy healthcare workers in mind.

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CPD Accredited

FREE PDF + Hardcopy certificate

Fully online, interactive course

Self-paced learning and laptop, tablet and smartphone-friendly

24/7 Learning Assistance

Discounts on bulk purchases

Course Curriculum

Module 1: Introduction to Healthcare GDPR

Module 2: Data Governance in Healthcare

Module 3: Healthcare Data Subject Rights and Obligations

Module 4: Protecting Health Data

Module 5: GDPR Obligations and Sensitive Data

Module 6: Transferring Health Data

Module 7: Consent and Lawful Bases for Healthcare Data Processing

Module 8: Rights of Data Subjects

Module 9: Safeguarding Healthcare Data

Module 10: Protecting Health Data in the Modern Age

Module 11: Cross-Border Health Data

Module 12: Medical Research

Learning Outcomes:

Implement robust data governance structures for healthcare information.

Navigate legal obligations and ethical considerations in data processing.

Demonstrate proficiency in safeguarding sensitive health data.

Understand the intricacies of cross-border health data transfers.

Evaluate and apply lawful bases for healthcare data processing.

Enhance expertise in protecting health data in the modern digital age.

Accreditation

This course is CPD Quality Standards (CPD QS) accredited, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helping you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field.

Certificate

After completing this course, you will get a FREE Digital Certificate from Training Express.

CPD

10 CPD hours / points Accredited by CPD Quality Standards

Who is this course for?

Healthcare administrators

Compliance managers

Data protection specialists

Legal professionals in healthcare

IT professionals in the healthcare sector

Individuals seeking expertise in healthcare GDPR

Privacy officers

Professionals in healthcare information management

Career path

Data Protection Officer in healthcare organisations

Healthcare Compliance Manager

Legal Advisor specialised in healthcare data protection

Healthcare Information Governance Officer

IT Security Specialist in healthcare

Privacy Officer in healthcare organisations

Certificates

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Digital certificate - Included

Once you've successfully completed your course, you will immediately be sent a FREE digital certificate.

Hard copy certificate

Hard copy certificate - Included

Also, you can have your FREE printed certificate delivered by post (shipping cost £3.99 in the UK).
For all international addresses outside of the United Kingdom, the delivery fee for a hardcopy certificate will be only £10.
Our certifications have no expiry dates, although we do recommend that you renew them every 12 months.

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