Data Security Awareness (formerly IG)

This detailed session introduces the subject of data security and provides delegates with an understanding of the significance of data security within general practice, explaining the concept of data security, the National Data Guardian’s Data Standards, how data can be protected and threats to data.

Objectives

• Understand what is meant by the term data security
• Learn about the ten data security standards
• Understand the need for and how to maintain data security
• Gain an understanding of the threats to data security
• Learn how to process freedom of information requests

Designed for
All staff working in general practice.