HIPAA Training

for Business Associates

Overview of Business Associates

Any single individual who works for an organization that provides products and/or services to healthcare providers, health insurance providers, employer group health plans, or other business associates.


Who should enroll in this course?

Healthcare IT professionals, healthcare consultants, compliance officers, medical billing and coding experts, healthcare administrators and managers, healthcare information management professionals, legal professionals and lawyers, and companies building healthcare apps, digital health solutions, telemedicine platforms, or other technology innovations for the healthcare sector

HIPAA Training For Business Associates

As a business associate, it is essential for you to understand the HIPAA rules and regulations and how they can affect you. This is where a cost-effective HIPAA for Individual Training course specifically designed for business associates comes into play. HIPAA University’s eLearning Hub for Business Associates is an excellent resource for learning more about this crucial compliance statute. 
Business associates are third-party professionals who create, receive, maintain, and transmit PHI on behalf of covered entities. HIPAA has increased business associates’ liabilities related to HIPAA compliance. To avoid HIPAA violations and fines associated with non-compliance, business associates must have an understanding of the complex regulations, along with the following: 

  • 2021/2022 updates
  • ONC 21st Cures Act Final Rule
  • The CMS Final Rule

Besides, there are more such regulations that a BA should follow to comply with HIPAA. Learn more about the mandatory practices that a BA should follow with HIPAA University’s HIPAA individual training course for business associates.


What does the course teach?

  • Only $24.95 for one course
  • Expert guidance to understand HIPAA compliance thoroughly .
  • Lifetime access to training materials.
  • Self-paced course with 24×7 access to the portal.
  • Get training on HIPAA Security Rules.
  • Nationally-Recognized Certificate valid for 2 years.
  • An interactive dashboard to review your training.
  • Take unlimited retakes till you pass the examination.

Why Partner with Us

Choose us for expert-guided HIPAA compliance and seamless certification.

As a mental health provider, your commitment to professional development and legal compliance is paramount. At HIPAA University, we offer specialized individual training tailored specifically for mental health professionals like you. Choosing the right training partner is critical for your career advancement. Our HIPAA individual training equips you with the necessary knowledge and skills to safeguard patient information, build trust with clients, and excel in your mental health practice.

We also recognize the importance of legal compliance in the mental health field. Our training comprehensively covers every aspect of HIPAA rules and regulations, presented in an easy-to-understand format. With tailored content and clear learning milestones, our course ensures that your investment of time is worthwhile and productive.

Master critical skills in safeguarding sensitive health information.
Understand legal requirements established by HIPAA.
Safeguard against unauthorized access to health information.
Equip yourself with the HITECH Act and CDC policies.
Learn to mitigate potential risks in cases of information disclosure.
Know about penalties and consequences of defaulting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are some of the HIPAA courses suitable for my profession?

Here is the list of HIPAA courses that are suitable for your profession:

  • HIPAA course for healthcare providers: This course is suitable for doctors/physicians, nurses, medical students, laboratory staff, ophthalmologists, chiropractors, hospitals, and medical students.
  • HIPAA course for mental health providers: This course is suitable for psychiatrists/psychologists, behavioral services providers, medical students in mental health, mental health social services providers, psychiatry clinics, and mental health institutes.
  • HIPAA course for insurance agent awareness: This course is suitable for health insurance companies, health insurance agents, healthcare compliance officers, medical transcriptionists, and healthcare IT staff.
  • HIPAA course of employer group health insurance: This course is suitable for benefits administrators, insurance brokers or consultants, legal and compliance officers, and data analysts.
  • HIPAA course for general industry/HR professionals: This course is suitable for human resource consultants, departments, and third-party administrators.
What are some of the non-HIPAA courses that are required for my profession?

Compliance requirements in the healthcare sector vary depending on the employing organization and the regulatory landscape at the local, state, and federal levels. Healthcare professionals need to undergo annual training sessions for HIPAA and Bloodborne Pathogens and take a comprehensive compliance course upon initial hiring. 

These training initiatives ensure that employees remain well-versed in crucial aspects of patient privacy, safety protocols, and regulatory standards essential for maintaining the integrity of healthcare operations.

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