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Description
Data protection is part of the fundamental right to privacy, which recognises the right of people to have control over their identity and their interactions with others. Thus, it is about ensuring people can trust you to use their data responsibly and fairly. This Information Governance online course includes modules in Data Protection Law, Information and Cybersecurity, as well as the Freedom of Information Act. After taking this course, all people working with sensitive and personal data are better aware of their responsibilities under law, to keep that information safe and secure.
What are the benefits to taking this ‘Information Governance’ online course?
- It complements job training for all those working with sensitive and personal data
- You are better aware of your responsibilities under law to keep person-identifiable information safe and secure
- You understand how, when and to whom information can be given or withheld
- You keep up to date with the most recent changes to data protection law
A CPD Certified Online Course
This online course has reached the required Continuing Professional Development (CPD) standards and benchmarks, and the learning values have been scrutinised to ensure the integrity and quality by the CPD Certification Service.
Learning objectives
By the end of the course, you will understand:
- Why protecting personal data is important
- The GDPR and the new Data Protection Act
- Who the legislation applies to, and how they are affected
- The basics of cybersecurity
- Key steps to keeping data secure in the workplace
- The ‘dos’ and ‘don’ts’ of communicating with other people and organisations
Entry requirements
There are no entry requirements.
Course assessment and certification
On successful completion of the final assessment (80% pass mark required) a downloadable certificate is immediately available.
