FREE In-Person Data Security and Protection Training for Front-Line Staff

From January 2025, care providers in Sussex can access face-to-face Data Security and Protection training for their staff, completely free

of charge, thanks to funding from the Digital Care Hub.

This course, developed by the Better Security, Better Care programme, supports care providers in meeting the Data Security and Protection Toolkit (DSPT) requirements.

The DSPT specifies:

• 95% of staff must complete annual data protection training.
• A minimum score of 80% in an assessment is required.
• Course Overview
• Module 1: Staff responsibilities and people’s rights.
• Module 2: Sharing, recording, and securely disposing of data.
• Module 3: Preventing fraud, scams, and maintaining device and paper record security.
• Module 4: Managing and responding to data breaches.
• Assessment

Participants will complete a short assessment to demonstrate understanding.

Arrange your training session for January 2025 onwards by contacting us today.

nada@westsussexpartnersincare.org

Free Upcoming Events:

FREE Digital Health Checks for Sussex Care Providers

Protect your organisation, strengthen compliance and reduce digital risk with a free, in-person Digital Health Check delivered by the Sussex Digital In-Reach Team as part of the national Better Security, Better Care programme.

Check the  calendar here to book your visit

Securing the Supply Chain to Safeguard Care

Thursday, November 5 • 12:30 PM

This tailored session focuses on the critical importance of supply chain cyber security in health and social care settings. The session will provide practical guidance on identifying and managing supply chain risks, ensuring your organisation remains resilient in the face of growing cyber threats.
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Business Continuity: A Practical Cyber Exercise

Thursday 5 November • 2:30 PM

A hands-on cyber exercise helping social care providers test continuity plans, manage disruption and identify priority improvements.

What would your organisation do if staff suddenly lost access to care records, rotas, contact details or other critical information?

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MS Excel Tools

Thursday 12 November • 2:30 PM

Learn how to supercharge your Excel skills with our MS Excel Tools event - discover new tips, tricks, and tools to excel in spreadsheets! 

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Managing NHS.net in the Launchpad Era

Tue, Nov 17, 2026, 11:30 AM

A practical guide to the biggest NHS.net changes affecting social care providers, mailbox owners and account administrators.

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Managing NHS.net in the Launchpad Era

Mon, Nov 23, 2026, 11:30 AM

A practical guide to the biggest NHS.net changes affecting social care providers, mailbox owners and account administrators.

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Cyber Security MOT - Test Your Defences Live

Wed, Nov 25, 2026, 11:30 AM

Bring your laptop and work alongside the trainer in this practical cyber security workshop. We'll perform a series of free security checks.

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AI for Social Care: Your New Personal Assistant

Wed, Nov 25, 2026, 2:30 PM

Learn how to turn AI into your personal assistant, helping with far more than drafting emails.

Artificial intelligence is one of the most talked-about technologies in social care, but there is often confusion about what it actually is, what it can realistically do, and how it can be used safely.

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