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GDPR Training Course for Healthcare Professionals

Written by
Ellie Macdonald
Published on
February 1, 2023
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GDPR legislation affects every organisation that holds personal data, and that, of course, includes those who work in private practice.If you’re new to private practice, worried about GDPR, or just totally bamboozled by it, there is now a free, CPD-certified GDPR Training Course created just for private practitioners:

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During the online course, you’ll learn about the most critical aspects of complying with GDPR in a simple and easy-to-understand format. The course goes over fundamental GDPR principles in detail so you can make sure you comply.

Why is GDPR training a must for private practice owners?

CPD for healthcare professionals is already an essential part of running a private practice so that you can keep up-to-date with changes and developments in your field.GDPR training courses are just as necessary to ensure that you and your staff comply and understand how to store and destroy patients' personal data appropriately.

Who is this course for?

This online GDPR training course is designed for anyone who works in private healthcare practice. You are responsible for providing quality care to patients and ensuring their safety and privacy. The course provides an overview of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and how it applies to healthcare settings. It covers data protection principles, data subject rights, data security measures, data sharing agreements, and more!By completing this course, you will better understand the GDPR regulations to ensure compliance with the law when handling patient information. Furthermore, you will be able to protect patient privacy while still providing quality care.

What does the GDPR training course cover?

The GDPR training course covers key legislation and regulations, GDPR compliance requirements, data protection by design and accountability, and an overview of the ICO GDPR guide. It is designed to help private practitioners understand their obligations under the GDPR and ensure compliance with the law.It covers topics such as:

  • Data security
  • Data privacy
  • Data sharing
  • Consent management
  • Record-keeping
  • Subject access requests
  • Data breaches

At the end of the course, you will thoroughly understand how to implement effective policies and procedures to ensure compliance with the GDPR. You’ll also learn about best practices for managing personal data securely while still providing excellent customer service.

How to Access the GDPR Training Course for Private Practice

WriteUpp has developed a free, CPD-certified, GDPR course for healthcare professionals that you can access online today:

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The course provides a comprehensive understanding of how to protect personal data in accordance with the GDPR. You will better understand how to comply with GDPR regulations to protect patient information from unauthorised access or misuse.You can also find a wealth of resources on the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) website.

Ellie Macdonald
Ellie Macdonald

Ellie is WriteUpp’s in-house Content Creator. Her research and writing for private practitioners focuses on marketing, business growth, data security, and more. She also hosts WriteUpp’s podcast The Healthy Practice; the show that guides practitioners in the early stages of their careers through every aspect of practice management.Outside of work Ellie writes a mental health blog, studies mindfulness and is a keen nature photographer.

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