Cybersecurity Awareness

£6.00

Course Description

The Cybersecurity Awareness Online Training is designed to equip healthcare professionals with essential knowledge and best practices to safeguard sensitive patient data and organizational systems. This course covers key cybersecurity principles, data protection regulations, and risk mitigation strategies to prevent unauthorized access, cyber threats, and data breaches in healthcare settings.

Upon successful completion, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion and earn 1 CPD point. The course duration is approximately 1 hour, and learners have 6 months from the date of purchase to complete the training

Course Summary

Cybersecurity threats pose a significant risk to healthcare organizations, making it crucial for professionals to stay informed and proactive. This course provides an overview of common cyber threats, data protection regulations, and practical security measures that help maintain the confidentiality and integrity of patient data. Participants will learn about phishing, social engineering, password security, secure remote access, and incident reporting procedures.

By the end of this training, learners will be able to identify cybersecurity risks, apply best security practices, and contribute to a safer digital healthcare environment.

Who Is This Course For?

This course is suitable for:

- Healthcare professionals (Doctors, Nurses, Midwives, Caregivers, and Allied Health Workers)

- Administrative staff handling sensitive patient data

- IT and cybersecurity personnel in healthcare organizations

- Healthcare managers and compliance officers responsible for data protection

- Anyone working in healthcare settings who needs to understand cybersecurity fundamentals

Course Contents

1. Introduction to Cybersecurity
- Importance of cybersecurity in healthcare
- Risks and threats to healthcare organizations

2. Data Protection and Privacy
- Patient data security and confidentiality
- UK data privacy laws and regulations
- Consequences of data breaches

3. Phishing and Social Engineering
- Identifying common cyber attack techniques
- Best practices to avoid phishing scams and fraudulent activities

4. Password Security
- Importance of strong and unique passwords
- Best practices for password management

5. Secure Remote Access
- Safe access to healthcare systems from remote locations
- VPN usage and multi-factor authentication

6. Mobile Device Security
- Risks associated with mobile device usage in healthcare
- Best practices for securing mobile devices and applications

7. Incident Reporting and Response
- Steps to take when a cybersecurity incident occurs
- Importance of timely reporting and escalation procedures

8. Security Best Practices
- Avoiding unauthorized software installations
- Securely disposing of sensitive information
- Cautious internet browsing and email handling

Course Outcomes

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

1. Understand the importance of cybersecurity in healthcare and the risks associated with cyber threats.

2. Demonstrate knowledge of UK data protection laws and compliance requirements.

3. Identify and mitigate common cybersecurity threats such as phishing and social engineering.

4. Apply best practices for password management and secure authentication.

5. Securely access healthcare systems using VPNs and multi-factor authentication.

6. Implement mobile device security measures to prevent unauthorized access.

7. Follow proper incident reporting procedures in the event of a cyber attack.

8. Apply security best practices in daily healthcare operations.

9. Recognize the importance of continuous cybersecurity awareness and professional development.

Frameworks & Standards

This course aligns with the following frameworks and standards:

1. Core Skills Training Framework (CSTF): Covers cybersecurity best practices for healthcare professionals.

2. UK Data Protection Laws (GDPR, DPA 2018): Ensures compliance with legal requirements for handling patient data.

3. National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) Guidelines: Supports industry-standard cybersecurity awareness and prevention.

4. Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) CPD Requirements:
- Completion of 35 hours of CPD within three years.
- Minimum of 20 CPD hours in participatory learning.

£6.00

Cybersecurity Awareness

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