FERPA is comparable to HIPAA- just for educational instituations.
Treat all student information as confidental
In some ways FERPA is similar to HIPAA. The student information should be protected and you should only have access on a need to know basis. If you are making personal notes about a student, then make them factual with personal comments or that show a bias. This way if a student requests to review their records, there are no surprises.
When it comes to phone calls and giving out information, it is like is stated, you really do not know who is on the phone. Social media is another area where the rules may need to be updated to protect the students.
So far we have reviewed the importance of FERPA and the preservation of privacy of any student's confidential educational documents. Also the importance of following the proper procedure as per FERPA laws in order to insure our student's information is protected.
My key takeaways include:
FERPA protects the student privacy and records for unwarranted access but gives the student the right to access their own record as needed.
There are ramifications for unlawful access of records with a variation of sanctions to promote enforcment of the rules and polciies.
Student's and authorized persons may contest contents of the academic record and the school will responds to such contests within 45 days.
I gained understanding of FERPA - actually will ask prior to allowing any student access to records !
Didn't know personal notes once shared were now part of the public file.
An adult student has the right to privacy regarding his/her student records, and also the right to access his/her records. I understand there is some challenge when it comes to gaining permission from student for spouse/family members who wish to gain access to the student records.
FERPA is designed to protect the student’s rights regarding accessing their student files
I like knowing the specifics of 45 day turn around to release information. Clients are typically so focused and persistant, this provides time for review and accuracy.
I was not aware that when a student request their educational record or dispute information that the institution is allowed 45 days to reply and provide said information. But I am glad to have my knowledge increased and refreshed with the FERPA and Privacy training activity.
Good review of general information to remember.
Those who have access to a student's record due to teaching a class should only access the grades related to their own class. Faculty must protect their students' privacy by being personally accountable.
I learned that an instituion has 45 days when FERPA is being challanged and also learned that there is such a thing as sole possession of records.
As a new clinical instructor, learning about FERPA was important to me. It gave me a better understanding of the importance of protecting the student's records and rights.
I am aware that student privacy is important but, this explains a few points that I was not familiar with.
I have learned that student privacy is paramount. If I even for a second feel something is off, I should ask for an Admission Rep to take over. (They have the ability to preform things with privacy) I work at the front desk, so it can be difficult at certain times to keep things provate. Like if I have multiple students at my desk at the same time.
Confidentiality in students records and policy that protects vital information from just merely being given away
Gained clarity on FERPA rules and regulations.
