In partnership with the Health Innovation Network North East and North Cumbria (HI NENC) and the Digital Care Hub, Hodfords developed a gamified online training module to raise cybersecurity awareness among senior care home staff. The project reimagined the NHS Data Security and Protection Toolkit (DSPT) as an engaging, scenario-based learning experience.
Delivered through an Agile methodology with continuous user testing, the project met NHS Digital standards for accessibility and security and laid the groundwork for a scalable training platform for the wider adult social care sector. It stands as a strong example of Hodford's ability to blend technical innovation with sector-specific learning outcomes.
Goals
Raise cybersecurity awareness effectively among senior care home staff through interactive modules.
Reimagine the traditional NHS Data Security and Protection Toolkit into an engaging scenario-based learning journey.
Adopt an adversarial roleplay approach to let learners understand threat vectors from a hacker's perspective.
Solutions
Dynamic & Inclusive Learning Mechanics: Incorporated accessibility compliance, high replayability, and AI-driven variability to ensure unique, adaptive experiences for each learner.
Agile Methodology & User Testing: Implemented a rigorous Agile delivery framework backed by continuous user testing to dynamically adapt to client needs and optimize user experience.
Compliance & Standard Alignment: Successfully met and aligned with strict NHS Digital standards for both digital accessibility and network security.
Scalable Infrastructure: Laid a solid technical foundation for a highly scalable training platform capable of expanding across the wider adult social care sector.
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