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Micro-Credential on Cybersecurity

About the Program

The Canadian College for Healthcare and Pharmaceutics offers a Micro-Credential on Cybersecurity for Medical Devices program designed to equip healthcare professionals with essential skills to ensure the safety, security, and regulatory compliance of medical devices. This program covers four key modules, providing a comprehensive approach to cybersecurity for medical devices. This Micro-Credential program does not require approval under the Ontario Career Colleges Act, 2005.

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Eligibility

Who Should take this Course

This program is suitable for:

Physicians, MD, & Medical students

Nursing (BScN), RPN & Nursing students

Pharmacists or Pharmacy students

Medical Laboratory Technicians

Individuals with a background in Computer Science, Informatics, or software engineering (bachelor’s or above)

Mixed Disciplinary Majors (Informatics or Computational fields)

Minimum Requirement: Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) with Grade 12 English (C or U) and Mathematics (C, M, or U) or equivalent.

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Program Specialty

The program emphasizes robust cybersecurity practices for medical devices, addressing the critical need for healthcare professionals to manage cybersecurity risks, threat modeling, and integrating security measures throughout the lifecycle of medical devices. Participants will learn to navigate industry regulations, apply frameworks like NIST and ISO, and advocate for cybersecurity within their organizations.

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Our Strength

What Sets Us Apart

Professional Association issued a credential attempt

Specialized institute for healthcare professional training special

Highly professional certified instructor

Convenient class schedule

A small group of students for individualized attention and the best practical learning experience

Ongoing career coaching and guidance from experts in the field

Mentorship that will help to build valuable personal and professional networks

Recommendation letters- for the best students

Stackable credential

Certificate is given on successful completion

A large number of students already working in industry and laboratories

Recognized as an official vendor for UHN Clinical Research, Shouldice, MedCan, LMC and many others

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What’s Covered

Course Outline

The program consists of four modules:

Module 1: Introduction to Cybersecurity: Basics of the internet, web, Wi-Fi, history of cybersecurity, common threats, and psychological profiling.

Module 2: Identity and Access Management: Cloud computing, secure coding, and digital forensics.

Module 3: Data Security and AI Security: Authentication protocols and intrusion detection systems.

Module 4: Application and Infrastructure Security: SQL injection, phishing prevention, firewall design, and penetration testing.

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Learning Outcomes

Participants will gain expertise in managing cybersecurity risks, threat modeling, and integrating security measures throughout the lifecycle of medical devices. They will also learn to navigate industry regulations and apply cybersecurity frameworks, enhancing their skills and contributing to the overall security maturity of their organization’s medical devices.

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Credential and Location

Course Details

Duration

Hybrid program of 39 hours in total.

Instructor-led MS Teams sessions on six weekdays – 4:00 pm-10:00 pm (27 hours)

In-person – two Sundays (12 hours) from 9:30 am to 2:30 pm

Credential

Certificate of attendance and certificate of completion

This Micro-Credential program does not require approval under the Ontario Career Colleges Act, 2005.

Campus

5481 Dundas St. West, Toronto, ON M9B 1B5. Click here to view map.

Tuition fee

For fees, please email info@cchap.ca or call 416-233-7869. Funding and grants are available for eligible students. For domestic students, different funding and fees discounts are available.

Funding

The program at the Canadian College of Healthcare and Pharmaceutics is eligible for tax credits under the Canada Skills Credit program. The College also works with financial institutions including Windmill Mircrolending to arrange support for student loans.

Experience

Practicum Details

The program includes live learning sessions and workshops that incorporate practical, hands-on exercises. It combines both Knowledge-Based and Practice-Based Learning Activities to provide participants with current and practical information and instructions.

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FAQ

The program is designed for healthcare professionals with a background in Computer Science, Informatics, or software engineering, or those with an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) with Grade 12 English and Mathematics.
The total duration of the program is 39 hours, divided into instructor-led Zoom sessions and in-person workshops.
Yes, the program includes practical, hands-on exercises during live learning sessions and workshops.
Information about funding options, scholarships, and financial aid can be found on the college’s website or by contacting the admissions office.

Upcoming Start Dates

To see the latest program start dates and register, please click the Apply Here button or email info@cchap.ca for more information.

(Both Physical and Online Attendance are mandatory)

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