HIPAA General Awareness Training
- In accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act 45 CFR Parts 160, 162, and 164
- Access your learning from any place, at any time, on any device
- Flexible, self-paced mobile learning module
- Get your official certificate as soon as you’re done
- Take advantage of read-aloud course materials
- Choose SCORM-compliant, online streaming, virtual-led, or face-to-face learning options
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| Employee | Per Seat |
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| 2-10 | $59.39 |
| 11-20 | $58.79 |
| 21-50 | $58.19 |
| 51-100 | $56.99 |
| 101-250 | $55.79 |
I enrolled in this course to learn about HIPAA privacy and security rules as my Company was contracted to handle patient data for a private clinic. The course thoroughly covered essential topics, making it a vital resource for anyone involved in handling patient data. I’m getting my team to take this training as well!
Having worked in healthcare for over six years, I believed I had a solid grasp of HIPAA. However, this training offered new insights and clarified many aspects I found confusing. The engaging format made the material accessible, reinforcing my commitment to patient confidentiality.
As a manager in an insurance company, I recognize the importance of ensuring our staff understands HIPAA regulations. This training was clear and informative, providing my team with the necessary knowledge to protect patient privacy and ensure data security. I recommend it for any organization focused on compliance.
This training course effectively addressed compliance requirements and emphasized the importance of data security as required by HIPAA. This course is essential for professionals managing health information.
Course Facts
Training Duration
Learning Type
Course Access Validity
Device Support
Certificate Validity
When patient records leak, the fallout can include lawsuits, lost trust, and harm to the very people clinics and hospitals aim to protect. To curb these dangers, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act-HIPAA-sets the ground rules for keeping health data safe and private. Our HIPAA General Awareness training walks staff across the healthcare field through those rules so they can guard Protected Health Information (PHI) and reassure the people they serve.
Whether you work on the front lines, just joined the team, manage IT systems, or support a vendor with sensitive files, this course helps you stay up to date and sure of what to do. Delivered online, the lesson runs on any device, letting you read, watch, and quiz yourself whenever it fits your schedule.
Why Choose Our HIPAA General Awareness Training?
The lessons are grounded in the actual duties you face each day. By following the federal requirements found in 45 CFR Part 160, 162, and 164. the program keeps you up to date. You will learn how to stop PHI leaks, grasp both the Privacy Rule and the Security Rule, and meet your duties as a covered entity or business associate.
This short online HIPAA compliance training fits easily into a hectic workday, offering quick lessons crafted by compliance pros. When you finish, you’ll get a digital certificate that proves you’ve studied the rules and meets both your employer and any outside regulators needs. It’s a one-stop package that blends clear policy, hands-on practice, and everyday tips so your office stays legally fit and puts patients first.
What You Will Learn
- Why HIPAA exists and the roles different staff play in keeping data safe
- Who counts as a covered entity and who is a business associate under the law
- Everyday steps for locking up paper files, password-protecting screens, and never leaving mobile devices unattended
- Basic Privacy Rule rules and the specific times we can share information without patient consent
- Key points from the Security Rule, including encryption, access controls, and regular system updates
- Common slip-ups-sharing PHI with the wrong person, weak passwords, lost laptops-and how to steer clear
- What each employee must do-report suspicious activity, follow training, and ask questions when in doubt
- Steps to take when a suspected breach occurs, who to notify, and why time is crucial
- Tips for vetting vendors, sealing contracts, and monitoring third-party access to ensure it stays tight
- Secure email, encrypted cloud storage, and other easy habits that keep PHI compliant and out of the wrong hands
- How to keep audit trails, the kinds of logs regulators want to see, and when an internal report is due
Who Needs This Course?
This HIPAA training certification course is a must for anyone who sees, touches, or oversees health information at work. It will help:
- Healthcare Providers-doctors, nurses, therapists, and clinical teams
- Administrative Staff-billing reps, schedulers, and front-desk personnel
- IT Personnel-who set up EHRs and shield sensitive systems
- Third-Party Vendors-consultants, billing firms, and data reviewers
- Business Associates-managing PHI at the request of covered entities
- Compliance Officers-building and sticking to the rules
- HR Personnel-handling employee medical files and benefits records
- New hires-needing a guided welcome when they first step into a healthcare workplace.
- Executives and managers-role holders who shape the rules and watch over daily care.
Course Objectives
- Grasp the core parts of HIPAA, including the Privacy Rule and Security Rule, and see how they guard patient records.
- Appreciate why holding a HIPAA certificate helps keep PHI private and secure.
- Describe what counts as Protected Health Information (PHI) and what makes it electronic PHI (ePHI).
- See why sensitive health data must be locked down in every place that provides care.
- Identify how HIPAA drives privacy and information security from the front desk to the back office.
- Know what business associates must do to stay in line with the rules.
- Explain patients’ rights to read, correct, and control their own health files under the law.
- Get clear on the Breach Notification Rule and what steps to take if data is lost or leaked.
- Understand the real-world fallout of HIPAA breaches, including court cases and hefty fines.
- Spot the administrative, technical, and physical shields that block unauthorized looks at PHI.
HIPAA General Awareness Training Course Syllabus
This HIPAA general awareness program is divided into 5 easy-to-follow lessons. You must complete each one in sequence to fully grasp compliance rules and everyday best practices.
HIPAA General Awareness Training: Introduction
Lesson 1: Introduction to HIPAA General Awareness Training
This lesson explores the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and its significance in safeguarding medical records and personal health information. Key concepts such as Protected Health Information (PHI), the roles of covered entities and business associates, and compliance standards for patient privacy are discussed, along with the consequences of non-compliance.
Lesson 2: Using and Disclosing PHI
Learn about the proper use and disclosure of PHI under HIPAA. Topics include permissible uses for treatment, payment, and healthcare operations, and the minimum necessary standard.
Lesson 3: The Privacy Rule
This lesson will discuss the HIPAA Privacy Rule, which sets national standards for protecting medical records and personal identifiable health information. The rights of individuals, business associate agreements, and the role of administrative safeguards are explored. The lesson also explains the importance of employee training and appointing a Privacy Officer.
Lesson 4: The Security Rule
This lesson examines the HIPAA Security Rule and its guidelines for safeguarding electronic protected health information (ePHI). The responsibilities of covered entities, including healthcare providers, business associates, and insurers, are also explained. The three key safeguard categories - administrative, physical, and technical, are discussed in detail.
Lesson 5: Breach Notifications and Penalties
Understand the implications of HIPAA violations, specifically regarding unauthorized access, use, or disclosure of PHI. The Breach Notification Rule, including the necessary actions and timelines for breach notifications, is discussed, along with the tiered penalty structure for non-compliance and the civil and criminal penalties associated with HIPAA violations.
Final Examination
Frequently Asked Questions
This training is vital because it:
- Prioritizes patient privacy through proper handling of PHI.
- Ensures compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Helps identify potential violations and penalties, allowing organizations to mitigate risks and protect their reputation.
This course is ideal for:
- Healthcare providers
- Administrators
- Billing and coding staff
- IT professionals
- Compliance officers
- HR personnel
- Office managers
- Anyone handling PHI in healthcare settings such as hospitals, clinics, or insurance companies
- Certificate of Completion: Available immediately after passing the final exam (PDF format).
- Validity: Valid for one year.
- Renewal: Retake the course annually to stay compliant.
- Yes. Custom training solutions are available, including branding, policy integration, and role-specific modules. For details, contact: info@HAZWOPER-OSHA.com.
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