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Workforce Training Policy Template

Security awareness and training program for all workforce members per §164.308(a)(5).

What This Policy Covers

Purpose and Scope-Policy objectives and regulatory references.
Training Requirements-Initial and annual training topics for all workforce members.
Role-Based Training-Additional training for users with elevated ePHI access.
Security Reminders-Ongoing awareness communications and phishing simulations.
Training Records-Documentation and tracking of completion.

Required Sections

A compliant Workforce Training Policy for HIPAA must include the following5 sections. Each section addresses a specific control requirement that auditors will review.

1

Purpose and Scope

Policy objectives and regulatory references.

2

Training Requirements

Initial and annual training topics for all workforce members.

3

Role-Based Training

Additional training for users with elevated ePHI access.

4

Security Reminders

Ongoing awareness communications and phishing simulations.

5

Training Records

Documentation and tracking of completion.

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