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Course overview
Today´s digital Data Protection is as important as paying a tax. Protecting your customers´/clients´ data is very important in any business. The Data Protection Act (DPA) controls how personal information can be used and your rights to ask for information about yourself.
A large organization is likely to have a dedicated IT department that takes care of all technical aspects of the business, including its data protection. For smaller businesses, it doesn’t always make economic sense to have an in-house IT department and often outsource, as required. However, data protection requires ongoing management because, no matter what type of business you have, you are collecting, using and storing data all the time.
It is important that there are people within the organization who understand the requirements of the Data Protection Act 1998. This course provides the required learning, to ensure that your company complies with the DPA and collects, uses and manages data accordingly. It is completely up-to-date and includes the changes to the DPA that are coming in 2018.
What you'll learn
At Online Courses Learning this course comes with a study of 5 modules that encompass all aspects of the Data Protection Act, as follows:
- The purpose and 8 principles that govern the Data Protection Act
- The practical uses of the 8 principles in the Data Protection Act
- The role of the Information Commissioner’s Office
- The Register of Data Controllers and its purpose
- Definitions regarding personal and sensitive data
- The conditions regarding how information is used and shared
- Regulations and rules surrounding how data is shared within the European Economic Area and globally
- The rights of those whose data is shared and how those rights can be exercised
- How to respond to the requests of data subjects
- The practical uses of the Data Protection Act
- Things to consider, when making complaint procedures and policies
- What data security is and why it’s so important
- What constitutes a data breach and what should be done, in order to handle it
- The best ways in which to handle complaints
- Exceptions to the principles of the Data Protection Act
- Any changes to EU regulations and how they impact British organizations
- The potential impact of Brexit changes
Study method
- Online
- Blended
- In-class
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Course features
- Certification results in a comprehensive understanding of the provisions of the Data Protection Act and its application to a business.
- The successful team member will be able to assess the company’s current compliance, identify improvements and implement changes, in accordance with future requirements.
- Employees are able to flexibly complete the course, in their own time and on any internet-enabled device.
Assessment
Upon completion of the course, you will be awarded the CPD Certification.
This course is CPD accredited with the CPD Certification Service. Your certificate will display the universally recognised CPD Certification Service logo as proof of your knowledge and competencies gained from taking this course.
The Certificate of Achievement will provide proof that you have studied the course and will contain your grade classification level. You can use the certificate from us as part of your portfolio of evidence and/or use it to attend job or academic interviews.
The CPD certification is also a vital measure of your professional commitment, as taking this course clearly demonstrates your potential to employers and the value that you can bring to an organization. It shows that you are serious about your chosen career sector and it can be that crucial step in helping you to gain a new job or promotion.
What if I don’t pass the first time?
We have our exam pass guarantee in place. You will be allowed to retake the final assessment as many times as you require until you pass the course. There is no additional charge to retake the test.
Testimonials
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Kevin FData Protection"Normally I have a busy schedule in the day but thanks to this self-paced learning course, I was able to complete the certification without any concerns. Great work put by the Online Courses Learning team. Totally recommend if you are looking to buy this."
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KellyData Protection"Wonderful interface, great content for interactive learning. No regrets after completing this course. The team at Online Courses Learning provided required support when necessary."
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Sharada GData Protection"I was feeling lost with DPA principles until I took this course. I could finish it in one attempt. Thanks to Online Courses Learning team for all the support."
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About Online Courses Learning
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