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CPD Approx. 1:00 Hours
£25.00

P791 Information Governance

  • About This Course
  • Legislation

Confidentiality is essential in establishing effective clinical relationships with patients. Without an assurance of confidentiality, patients will be reluctant to offer the information doctors and dentists require in order to provide adequate care.

Who has to complete this course:

  • All new staff within 2 weeks of starting
  • All staff annually

Aims

This course aims to provide learners with knowledge and understanding relating to the importance of patient confidentiality, data security. An overview of the difference between personal, confidential and sensitive information, is given.

Objectives

  • To understand the importance of Information Governance.
  • To review what is confidential, sensitive and personal information.
  • To review best practice for record keeping and management.

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this module you will understand the importance of patient confidentiality, data security and the difference between personal, confidential and sensitive information.

GDC Development Outcomes

  • Data Protection Act 1998
  • Access to Health Records Act 1990
  • Freedom of Information Act 2000
  • Caldicott Report

 

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