Legal framework: a simple overview for Caldicott Guardians

An online evening class for Caldicott Guardians

The class aims to spread good practice and share ideas for practical implementation.

You must be a Caldicott Guardian, or someone performing the Caldicott function for your organisation.

Learning objectives:

• To be able to identify the legal framework related to Caldicott Principle 6 (understand and comply with the law) for your own CG practice

• To know where to find additional support with legal matters

You will:

• Review 3 key legal mechanisms:

  • Statute (eg GDPR/DPA)

  • Common law (eg confidentiality)

  • Contract law

• Discuss other statute, policy and guidance relevant to your sphere of practice

Format

• a one-hour, online session

• interactive elements (i.e. delegates will participate in discussions)

Skill level requirement

Foundation. This is a practical opportunity for CGs who have not yet developed full understanding of Caldicott Principle 6 in their current role, or for those who wish to review due to a change in need.

Book a place

To book your place email helen.dyer10@nhs.net