1. Module 3 : Data Protection Principles and Key elements of GDPR

    Upon completing this section, you will understand: The Data Protection Principles outlined in the GDPR. The core elements of GDPR, including: Recording data processing activities Data Protection Officer (DPO) role Data protection by design and by default Transparency and fair processing
  2. Module 2 : Important Definitions

    By the end of this section, you will be able to: Define personal data and understand its scope under the UK GDPR. Identify what is considered special category data and why it requires extra protection. Understand the roles and definitions of data controller, joint controller, data processor, and data subject.
  3. Module 1 : Introduction

    Upon completion of this section, you will be able to: Explain what the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) is. Understand why UK GDPR is essential in health and social care settings. Describe how UK GDPR was developed and its connection to the Data Protection Act (DPA) 2018.
  4. Brief description

    By the end of this section, you should be able to clearly demonstrate an understanding of the following key areas related to UK GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation): Definition and Purpose: Understand what the UK GDPR is and its relevance within the health and social care sectors. Importance in Healthcare: Recognize why data protection under UK GDPR is crucial to maintaining patient confidentiality, trust, and compliance.
  5. Module 4 : Refusal of Treatment

    Learning Outcomes Upon completion of this section, you should be able to: Understand an adult with capacity’s right to refuse treatment. Recognize how to respond if an adult lacking capacity refuses consent. Explain what an advance decision means and how it affects care. Understand how to handle refusals by children or young people. Identify circumstances where refusal of consent can be overruled. Discuss end-of-life decision-making principles.
  6. Module 3 : Provision of information

    Learning Outcomes Upon completion of this section, you should be able to: Explain why the provision of information is central to the consent process. Describe the responsibilities of health professionals in ensuring patients receive appropriate, understandable, and relevant information.
  7. Module 2 : when is consent needed

    Learning Outcomes After completing this section, you should be able to: Explain the meaning of consent and identify the criteria required for it to be valid. Describe the different forms of consent and why consent is essential in healthcare practice. Understand the patient’s perspective when deciding to give or withhold consent. Recognize how consent benefits both patients and healthcare professionals. Define mental capacity, how it is assessed, and the factors that guide best-interest decisions under the Mental Capacity Act (MCA).
  8. Module 1: Introduction

    By the end of this section, you will be able to: Define consent and explain the criteria for valid consent Identify the different forms of consent Understand why consent is essential in healthcare Recognize the patient’s perspective in giving consent
  9. Brief Description

    By the end of this section, you will be able to understand: The definition of consent and the criteria for valid consent The different forms of consent used in healthcare Why consent is essential for ethical and legal practice
  10. Module 1: Introduction To Polypharmacy And Deprescribing

    By the end of this section, you will be able to: • Understand why polypharmacy is an important healthcare focus. • Identify the difference between appropriate and problematic polypharmacy. • Recognize the factors contributing to polypharmacy. • Explain the concept of prescribing cascades. • Understand the key principles of Medicines Optimization. • Appreciate the importance of medication review and explore tools that support this process. • Understand the role of Social Prescribing in patient wellbeing. • Learn about Deprescribing as part of safe medicine management.