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Implementing Controls for HIPAA Compliance

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Implementing Controls for HIPAA Compliance

April Powers

Instructor: April Powers

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

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9 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

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9 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

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August 2026

Assessments

7 assignments

Taught in English

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There are 7 modules in this course

This course explores the nature and purpose of HIPAA, beginning with why HIPAA is important and then exploring the advantages of HIPAA implementation.

What's included

8 videos1 assignment

In this course, we explore helpful suggestions on how HIPAA businesses should comply with not only HIPAA regulations but also be aware of and compliant with the state laws within their jurisdiction. We will also tackle legal standards and issues, including the use and disclosure of HIPAA data, and patient consent requirements.

What's included

33 videos1 assignment

In this course, you'll dig deeper into the how and why of assessments, as well as different assessment types. You'll learn how assessments are important to understand where you're at within the HIPAA compliance meter.

What's included

20 videos1 assignment

In this course, you'll dive deeper into the details of NIST. Explore what NIST is, its families and security controls, and look at an introductory resource guide for implementing the HIPAA security rule.

What's included

14 videos1 assignment

HIPAA requires covered entities to conduct training. But do you know what areas to cover? How often you must conduct your training? This course will help you get your HIPAA training off the ground and maintain it.

What's included

5 videos1 assignment

Incident versus breach: what's the difference? This course will help you understand the main differences between an incident and a breach, why it matters, and what the consequences can be.

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10 videos1 assignment

Now that we have learned about HIPAA and understand the importance of implementing HIPAA controls, where do we start? We'll now take a look at building a culture of compliance and the importance of mobile device security.

What's included

5 videos1 assignment

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