This document outlines the importance and requirements for healthcare organizations to conduct privacy training for employees and business associates. It discusses how federal regulations, such as HIPAA, require covered entities to provide training on privacy policies and procedures. It also notes that training should be provided initially during orientation and annually thereafter, with supplemental training for significant policy changes. The document recommends training be multi-modal, interactive, tailored to job functions, and include competency testing. It provides examples of topics that should be covered in privacy training programs.