Professional Online Training
Handling Information in a Care Setting
An introduction to confidentiality and secure information handling in care settings, covering legislation, consent and the trusting relationships that depend on correct practice
From £25 + VAT
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Course Details
- Duration: 20 mins
- Delivery: Online and self-paced
Who This Course Is For
This course is relevant to anyone working in or around care settings who handles personal information about service users.
- Care workers responsible for recording or accessing service user information
- New starters in care settings needing an introduction to confidentiality requirements
- Staff who require a refresher on information handling legislation and obligations
Course Content
The course is divided into two modules covering legislation and its practical application.
- Legislation — Covers the laws relating to the handling and storing of information and the obligations each person has under them.
- Putting it Into Practice — Applies the concepts of confidentiality, 'need to know' and 'consent' to real handling of information in care settings.
Course Information
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Buy for Yourself or Your Team
Choose one seat for yourself or add places for colleagues. Each learner receives their own course access.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this course cover?
It covers the importance of confidentiality in care settings, key terms such as 'need to know' and 'consent', and the legislation governing the handling and storing of information.
How long does the course take?
The course runs for approximately 20 minutes of video content, though this does not include time spent on questions or loading.
