Training

Florida Atlantic University provides training on several topics related to the security of sensitive information or compliance needs. This page serves as a portal to training offerings provided by various University departments and provides the purpose, scope, and instructions for access.  

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Security Awareness Training

Security Awareness training is provided to University employees on an annual basis in accordance with University Policy 12.6 – “Security Awareness Training.” This training is designed to cover general security awareness topics such as the handling and disclosure of sensitive information, malware threats, and phishing scams.

 

Security Awareness training is provided by the new Skillsoft platform available at  https://floridaatlantic.skillport.com . 

Log in with your FAUNet ID and click on "My Training" in the top navigation bar. This training is only available on desktop and laptop computers.  

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HIPAA Training

HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) training is required for medical students and employees handling confidential medical data in accordance with HIPAA-related policies. More information on HIPAA Policies can be found here.

HIPAA training is provided by the new Skillsoft platform available at https://floridaatlantic.skillport.com . 

Log in with your FAUNet ID and click on "My Training" in the top navigation bar. This training is only available on desktop and laptop computers. 

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Red Flags Training

Red Flags training is required for employees handling FAU covered financial accounts in accordance with University Policy 5.6 – “Identity Theft Prevention Program.” This training is completed through Canvas and users will be enrolled by OIT as necessary upon hire.

Red Flags training is available on the Canvas LMS after enrollment is completed. Go to http://canvas.fau.edu , log in with your FAUNet ID, and complete the training within the "RedFlags" course.

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PCI Training

PCI (Payment Card Industry) training is required for employees who have a position or work for a department that physically handles credit cards, accepts credit card information over the phone, or is in a unique position to identify potential credit card fraud.


PCI training is provided by the new Skillsoft platform available at  https://floridaatlantic.skillport.com . 

Log in with your FAUNet ID and click on "My Training" in the top navigation bar. This training is only available on desktop and laptop computers.