About this course
This comprehensive course is designed for dental nurses eager to enhance their understanding of data protection practices in a dental setting. It will equip dental nurses with the essential skills and knowledge required to protect patient information in compliance with current regulations.
Our course looks into the core principles of data protection, focusing on the implementation of GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018 within a dental practice. You will learn how to manage patient data securely, recognise data protection risks, and respond to potential breaches effectively.
Data protection is a vital responsibility for dental professionals, and this course provides an in-depth exploration of best practices for handling patient data. By learning these principles, you will enhance your capability to maintain patient confidentiality and uphold the reputation of your practice.
This course is relevant to dental nurses and dental assistants.
CPD Time: 1 hours (1 CPD Credit)
Customer feedback on this course
- The course clearly explained GDPR and how it applies to my day-to-day tasks as a dental nurse.
- I feel more confident in managing patient data securely after completing this training.
- The real-life scenarios provided useful examples of potential data protection risks.
- I appreciate the practical tips on secure data access and storage.
- This course helped me to understand my role in promoting data protection within our practice.
Assessment: 12 MCQs. Pass mark 75%. more…
On passing the assessment you will immediately receive a GDC-recognised Enhanced CPD Certificate.
Aim:
To equip dental nurses with the necessary knowledge and skills to manage patient data securely and compliantly.
Course Objectives:
• To understand the key principles of data protection as applicable within a dental practice.
• To learn best practices for handling and sharing patient data securely.
Anticipated Learning Outcomes:
• Identify and apply the key principles of data protection relevant to dental practices.
• Recognise common data protection risks and implement strategies to mitigate them.
• Safely access, use, and store patient data in compliance with GDPR regulations.
• Report data protection issues promptly and appropriately.
• Promote a culture of data protection awareness within the dental team.
GDC Development Outcome: A, B, D
Learning content:
Understanding Data Protection Basics | Best Practices for Handling Patient Data | Identifying and Avoiding Data Protection Risks | Reporting and Responding to Data Protection Issues
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Data Protection for Dental Nurses
Course Description
Understanding Data Protection Basics
This section introduces the importance of data protection in dental practices, emphasising the legal obligations under the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018. It outlines key principles like lawfulness, fairness, transparency, data minimisation, and confidentiality to ensure patient data is handled securely.
Best Practices for Handling Patient Data
This segment offers actionable guidance on securely handling patient data. It covers safe data access, secure storage, responsible data sharing, and proper disposal methods. Dental nurses learn how to maintain confidentiality and patient privacy to prevent data breaches and build trust.
Identifying and Avoiding Data Protection Risks
Here, dental nurses discover common data protection risks such as unauthorised access, accidental data sharing, and device theft. Strategies to mitigate these risks, including strong access controls and secure communication, are discussed to protect patient data from potential breaches.
Reporting and Responding to Data Protection Issues
This part explains the importance of promptly reporting data protection issues and the steps involved in responding to potential breaches. It highlights the role of dental nurses in documenting incidents and cooperating with the Data Protection Officer (DPO) to secure patient information and comply with regulations.