The healthcare industry is grappling with persistent challenges in data security, interoperability, and supply chain transparency, issues that often lead to inefficiency and compromise patient trust. Blockchain, the distributed ledger technology behind cryptocurrencies, offers a compelling solution by providing a decentralized, immutable, and transparent platform for managing data. This technology has the potential to fundamentally transform how health information is stored and shared, enabling secure patient-centric data control, streamlining administrative processes, and ensuring the integrity of medical records. This course is designed to demystify blockchain, moving it from a theoretical concept to a practical tool that healthcare professionals can leverage to solve real-world problems.

This intensive training program provides healthcare professionals with the strategic insights and practical knowledge needed to navigate the blockchain landscape. You will learn the core technical principles of blockchain and explore its most promising applications, from creating a secure and portable electronic health record to preventing counterfeit drugs in the pharmaceutical supply chain. Through a blend of expert instruction and detailed case studies, you will be equipped to evaluate blockchain initiatives, understand the regulatory and ethical considerations, and build a strategic framework for implementation within your organization. This course will empower you to become a forward-thinking leader capable of driving innovation and enhancing trust in a data-driven healthcare environment.

Duration

5 days

Target Audience

• Healthcare IT professionals and architects
• Hospital administrators and C-level executives
• Compliance and legal experts in healthcare
• Pharmaceutical supply chain and logistics managers
• Medical researchers and data scientists
• Public health officials and policy makers
• Health data analysts and security officers
• Patient advocacy group leaders and patient experience professionals
• Health tech innovators and entrepreneurs
• Clinicians and physicians with an interest in technology

Objectives

• Understand the core concepts and mechanics of blockchain technology.
• Analyze how blockchain addresses critical challenges in healthcare.
• Evaluate practical use cases for secure and interoperable health data.
• Understand the application of blockchain in drug traceability and supply chain management.
• Examine the legal, ethical, and regulatory frameworks surrounding blockchain.
• Develop a strategic plan for a blockchain pilot project.
• Assess the potential of blockchain for patient-centric data ownership and consent.
• Identify key trends and future opportunities in decentralized healthcare.
• Formulate a governance model for implementing blockchain solutions.

Course Modules

Module 1: Blockchain Fundamentals

• What is a distributed ledger technology?
• The role of cryptographic principles and hashes.
• Understanding consensus mechanisms.
• Smart contracts and their applications.
• Public, private, and consortium blockchains.

Module 2: Blockchain Applications in Healthcare

• Solving data silos and interoperability challenges.
• Enhancing patient data security and privacy.
• The application of blockchain in clinical trials.
• Combating medical and insurance fraud.
• Creating secure patient-centric electronic health records.

Module 3: Supply Chain Management

• Tracing and authenticating pharmaceuticals.
• Preventing counterfeit drugs and medical devices.
• Improving cold chain logistics and temperature monitoring.
• Streamlining procurement and payment processes.
• Case studies in pharmaceutical and device tracking.

Module 4: Data Governance and Privacy

• Patient consent management and data ownership.
• The challenge of data immutability and the "right to be forgotten."
• Ensuring compliance with GDPR and HIPAA.
• Federated learning and privacy-preserving analytics.
• Building a governance framework for data access.

Module 5: Strategic Implementation

• Building a business case for a blockchain initiative.
• The process of a blockchain pilot project.
• Securing stakeholder buy-in and managing change.
• Evaluating blockchain platforms and partners.
• Measuring ROI and strategic impact.

Module 6: Regulatory and Ethical Considerations

• Navigating the evolving regulatory landscape.
• Addressing algorithmic bias in smart contracts.
• The ethics of data ownership and monetization.
• The role of decentralization in healthcare.
• Cybersecurity threats and mitigation strategies.

Module 7: The Future of Blockchain in Healthcare

• Emerging trends in decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs).
• The potential of Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) for medical records.
• Exploring identity management and digital credentials.
• The integration of blockchain with AI and IoT.
• Developing a long-term strategic roadmap.

Training Approach

This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.

Tailor-Made Course

This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org Tel: +254 702 249 449

Training Venue

The training will be held at our Skills for Africa Training Institute Training Centre. We also offer training for a group at requested location all over the world. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and buffet lunch.

Visa application, travel expenses, airport transfers, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant

Certification

Participants will be issued with Skills for Africa Training Institute certificate upon completion of this course.

Airport Pickup and Accommodation

Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org Tel: +254 702 249 449

Terms of Payment: Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties’ payment of the course fee should be done 7 working days before commencement of the training.