Multiple federal health privacy laws may apply to student mental health information. To assist mental health professionals working in schools in understanding how the federal health privacy laws apply to student mental health information, the MHTTC Network and the Center of Excellence for Protected Health Information (CoE-PHI) are hosting a two-part virtual learning series that will:
- Describe how federal health privacy laws (e.g., HIPAA and FERPA) apply to student mental health information
- Explain how student mental health information can be protected and shared in compliance with federal health privacy laws
- Discuss common scenarios involving student mental health information that arise in school settings through case study discussions led by clinical and legal experts
- Demonstrate how relevant resources and technical assistance can be accessed through the MHTTC Network and the CoE-PHI
Session 1 will focus on the importance of protecting and sharing student mental health information. Subject matter experts will also provide an overview of the federal health privacy laws that apply to student mental health information.
Session 2 will build upon the learnings from Session 1 by reviewing common scenarios in school settings that involve student mental health information. Subject matter experts will lead a discussion about clinical and legal considerations for each scenario.
Additional notes: Each session is 60 minutes and will include interactive activities and ample time for Q&A. Certificates of completion will be made available to viewers of 50% (30 minutes) or more of the live sessions. CEUs are not available for these sessions. Please note that sessions will be recorded and available for free access below. Questions? Reach out to Jessica Gonzalez.
Who Should Attend?
While all school administrators and personnel are welcome to attend, this program is specifically aimed toward school-based health and mental health professionals, including:
- Health and mental health providers employed by a school district
- Community providers contracted by a school district to work on site at a school
- School-Based Health Center providers
Registration Information:
Session 1: Tuesday, March 14, 2023 @ 1-2pm ET – Register here
Session 2: Thursday, March 16, 2023 @ 1-2pm ET – Register here
Learn About the Speakers:
The series is brought to you via a collaboration with the MHTTC Network and the Center of Excellence for Protected Health Information. Each session will feature clinical and legal experts from Stanford University, Legal Action Center and Center for Adolescent Health & the Law. Access speaker bios here!