Cybersecurity and Information Security

£6.00

Course Description

The Cybersecurity and Information Security Online Training equips healthcare professionals with essential knowledge and skills to protect sensitive patient data and safeguard healthcare systems against cyber threats. The course explores data protection, secure access, password management, phishing awareness, mobile device security, and compliance with regulations such as GDPR and the NHS Data Security and Protection Toolkit.

Upon completion, learners will receive a certificate of completion and earn 1 CPD point.

Course Summary

Duration: 1 hour

Format: Online, self-paced

CPD Points: 1 CPD point

Access Period: 6 months from purchase date

Certificate: Certificate of completion provided

Who Is This Course For?

This training is suitable for:

Nurses, midwives, and healthcare professionals handling patient data

Administrative staff with access to healthcare records

IT staff working in healthcare environments

Care home and community healthcare workers

Students and trainees entering healthcare professions

Anyone responsible for ensuring safe and secure handling of health information

Course Contents

This module covers the following key areas:

Introduction to Cybersecurity and Information Security

Importance of cybersecurity in healthcare

Types of cyber threats and attacks

Consequences of breaches

Data Protection and Confidentiality

GDPR and healthcare data compliance

Handling personal and sensitive data safely

Password Security and Access Control

Strong password practices

Two-factor authentication

Access privileges and user roles

Phishing and Social Engineering

Spotting phishing emails and malicious links

Common manipulation tactics

Incident reporting

Mobile Device Security

Securing devices used for work

Encryption and remote wipe

Public-use precautions

Secure Remote Access

VPNs for secure healthcare access

Risks of public Wi-Fi

Incident Response and Reporting

Steps to take during an incident

Reporting pathways

Compliance with Standards

NHS Data Security and Protection Toolkit

Relevant healthcare regulations

Emerging Cybersecurity Trends

Evolving cyber threats

Role of IoT and AI in healthcare security

Course Outcomes

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

Understand the importance of cybersecurity in healthcare.

Recognize and respond to different types of cyber threats.

Apply GDPR and confidentiality principles to protect patient data.

Use strong password practices and manage access control securely.

Detect and report phishing and social engineering attempts.

Implement mobile and remote device security measures.

Respond appropriately to cybersecurity incidents.

Support a culture of cybersecurity awareness in healthcare settings.

Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory standards.

Stay informed about emerging threats and security innovations.

Frameworks & Standards

This training aligns with:

Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) CPD requirements

NHS Data Security and Protection Toolkit

General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

Care Quality Commission (CQC) standards for safe data handling

NMC CPD Requirement Reminder:

Nurses and midwives must complete 35 hours of relevant CPD every three years.

At least 20 hours must be participatory learning with professional interaction.

£6.00

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