Information Governance Online Training

£19.99

Our Information Governance online training course gives learners an overview of information governance. It covers where information comes from, how it’s used, legal and professional rules, key principles of information governance, and the Freedom of Information Act.


Description

Information Governance Online Training

Information Governance Awareness Training helps employees learn how to manage and protect company data according to the law (Data Protection ACT 2018) and best practices. This course covers important topics like keeping data private, safe, and making sure it’s stored correctly.

Participants will learn how to protect sensitive information, avoid data leaks, and follow the right steps for handling, storing, and getting rid of data. The training also highlights the importance of understanding company rules to reduce risks and keep everything running smoothly.

By the end of the e-learning course, employees will know how to spot potential problems, understand their role in keeping information safe, and help create a culture of following the rules.

This course is important for making sure data is secure and well-managed in every part of the company. In many industries, especially health and social care, IG training is mandatory and needs to be updated every couple of years.

 

Course Information:

  • Developed by professionals
  • CPD Approved
  • 100% online, learn at your own time and pace
  • Translates into over 100 different languages
  • Instant certificate downloaded
  • Progress tracker
  • Easy to use interface.
  • 12 Month Access
  • Retake course anytime
  • Multi-choice answers

 

Training Requirements

  • Required for all NHS and social care staff.
  • Must be completed at least every two years.
  • Some jobs may need it every year, especially those handling NHS Data Security & Protection Toolkit tasks.

 

📚Related: GDPR Awareness Online Training and Cyber Security Awareness Course

 

Course Key Topics:

The information governance online course covers:

What is Information Governance?
Learn what Information Governance means and why it matters.

Laws to Protect Personal Data
Understand the laws that protect people’s personal information.

Protected Information
Learn about different types of information and how to keep them safe.

Keeping Data Private
Know what you need to do to keep data private in a care setting.

Data Protection Act
Learn about the Data Protection Act and how it helps protect personal information.

 

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Target Audience

  • Healthcare and care workers
  • Office staff and admin workers
  • Managers and team leaders
  • New employees and volunteers
  • IT and security staff
  • Legal and compliance teams
  • Data protection officers

This e-learning information governance awareness course helps you understand how to keep data safe and follow privacy rules at work.

 

Course Benefits

  • Learn how to keep personal and private information safe.
  • Understand the laws that protect your data.
  • Know how to follow simple privacy and security rules at work.
  • Help prevent data breaches and avoid fines.
  • Be confident in your role in protecting information.
  • Make the workplace safer and more secure for everyone.

 

Career Opportunities

Here are some career opportunities for anyone who completes Information Governance Awareness Training:

  • Data Protection Officer
    Makes sure personal information is safe and follows the rules.
  • Compliance Officer
    Checks that the company follows the rules, especially about data safety.
  • Information Security Worker
    Protects company data from being stolen or lost.
  • Records Manager
    Keeps company papers and data safe and organised.
  • Privacy Worker
    Makes sure people’s personal information stays private.
  • IT Support Worker
    Helps manage and protect data in a company.
  • Risk Specialist
    Looks for problems with data safety and fixes them.
  • Legal Assistant
    Helps the company follow the law, especially about data safety.
  • Healthcare Privacy Officer (in healthcare jobs)
    Makes sure patient information is kept private and safe.

This training helps you get jobs where you need to keep data safe and follow rules about how data should be handled.

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What is Information Government (IG) Training?

Information Governance (IG) training is a must for healthcare workers to learn how to handle, protect, and share patient information safely and by the law.

It teaches key topics like keeping data private, protecting patients’ rights, online security, and how to manage sensitive health information in NHS and care settings.

The training helps staff understand their responsibilities, avoid data mistakes, and keep information safe. It also covers important laws like the Data Protection Act and NHS privacy rules.

The goal is to make sure healthcare workers know how to protect patient information and create a workplace where everyone helps keep it safe and private.

 

Information Governance Awareness Training Outline

  • What is Information Governance?
    • Learn what Information Governance means and why it’s important for protecting data and keeping the organisation safe.
    • Find out how following the right steps for handling information helps reduce risks and keeps the organisation following the law.
  • Laws to Protect Personal Data
    • Learn about important laws like the Data Protection Act and GDPR that protect people’s private information.
    • Understand why it’s important to follow these laws and what could happen if you don’t.
  • Protected Information
    • Learn about sensitive information (like personal details, financial data, or health records) that needs extra care.
    • Find out simple ways to protect this information, whether it’s stored on a computer or on paper.
  • Keeping Data Private in Care Settings
    • Learn why privacy is so important in places like hospitals and care homes where sensitive information is shared every day.
    • Get practical tips for keeping patient and client information private, like storing it safely and handling it carefully.
  • The Data Protection Act
    • Learn about the rules in the Data Protection Act that help protect people’s personal information.
    • Understand your role in following the rules and keeping personal data safe in your job.
  • Conclusion and Next Steps
    • Go over the main points to remember how to protect personal information.
    • Understand how you can keep protecting data and stay updated on new laws and rules about data protection.

 

Onsite Mandatory Training

 

Learning Outcomes

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

  1. Understand what Information Governance is and why it’s important for protecting data.
  2. Recognise the main laws that protect personal information, like the Data Protection Act and GDPR.
  3. Identify different types of sensitive information that need to be kept safe.
  4. Follow simple steps to keep personal data secure, especially in care settings.
  5. Know how to follow the Data Protection Act to keep personal information safe.
  6. Take responsibility for protecting data in daily work and keep up with changes in data protection rules.

Information Governance (IG) courses for NHS Health & Social Care staff are basic training courses that teach how to safely handle personal information in healthcare.

 

Course FAQs

  • What is Information Governance?
    Information Governance is about the rules and practices that help keep data safe, private, and used correctly. This is to makes sure that all data is handled in the right and legal way.
  • Who should take this course?
    This course is for anyone who works with personal or sensitive data, like in healthcare, education, or other industries. If you handle information in your job, this course will help you understand how to protect it properly.
  • What will I learn in this course?
    You’ll learn how to protect personal data, follow important laws like GDPR, manage sensitive information, and keep data secure and private. These skills are useful in many different jobs and industries where data protection is important.
  • Do I need any experience before taking this course?
    No, this course is for beginners. You don’t need any previous knowledge about data protection or information management.  The course will help you to gain important ideas on the use of data.
  • How long does the course take?
    The course takes a few hours to complete, but you can go at your own pace and take breaks whenever you need to. This way, you can fit the course into your schedule as you learn.
  • Is this course online or in person?
    This course is online, so you can learn from anywhere with an internet connection. You can access the materials anytime, making it convenient to learn at your own speed.
  • Will I get a certificate after completing the course?
    Yes, after finishing the course, you’ll get a certificate to show that you understand information governance and data protection. This certificate can help improve your job skills and support your career development.
  • How can I use what I learn in my job?
    You’ll learn practical ways to protect data, keep it private, and follow the laws, which will help you do your job safely and correctly. By using these skills, you can ensure your organisation stays compliant and avoids data breaches.
  • What if I have questions during the course?
    If you have any questions, you can contact our support team. We also have extra resources to help you, including guides and FAQs, to make sure you understand everything clearly.
  • How often should I update my knowledge on Information Governance?
    It’s a good idea to refresh your knowledge every year or whenever there are changes in the laws or your company’s policies. Staying updated will help you continue protecting data effectively and avoid any mistakes.

 

How can I purchase in bulk?

We have a few options depending on the volume you wish to purchase.

The quickest and easiest way is to buy online using one of our bulk deal offers. Links are below.

Alternatively, you can call us on 01782 563333 or email enquiries@caringforcare.co.uk

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