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Overview

This one-day Data Protection course equips participants with the essential knowledge and skills to comply with data protection regulations and ensure the privacy and security of personal data. The course covers key aspects of data protection laws, the rights of individuals, and the responsibilities of organizations in handling personal data. Practical sessions provide hands-on experience in applying data protection principles in real-world scenarios.

Course Objectives

By the end of the course, participants will understand the importance of data protection, recognize the key principles of data protection laws, and identify the rights of individuals regarding their personal data. They will demonstrate the correct procedures for handling personal data, conduct data protection impact assessments, and implement appropriate measures to ensure data privacy and security within their organization.

Content

What is Data Protection

  • Data Privacy / Data Protection
  • Key terminology
  • Regulation
  • What rules apply

Protecting Confidential Information

  • Classifying and sharing information
  • Privacy Policy
  • Privacy Notices
  • Consent
  • Disclosure and Accountability

Storing Data in the Cloud

  • How does the cloud work
  • Is the data secure
  • Where is the data stored?
  • Is there a written contract?

Employee Best Practices

  • 10 Employee Data Protection Best Practices that you should adopt

Protecting Data

  • Key principles explained
  • Risks of a breach
  • Consequences of a breach
  • Privacy Shield

Payment Card Industry Standards

  • Policy Summary
  • Do’s and Don’ts

GDPR

  • GDPR overview
  • What does GDPR add to Data Protection?

You will learn how to

  • Understand the key terms used in data protection law
  • Understand their responsibilities under the GDPR and the Data Protection Act
  • Have knowledge of the principles of data protection that all organisations must adhere to
  • Understand the lawful grounds for processing personal information
  • Understand how to obtain consent from data subjects
  • Have an understanding of data subject rights, including access rights and the right to be forgotten
  • Recognise the responsibilities of data controllers, data processors and data protection officers
  • Understand how to ensure data security and report personal data breaches
  • Be familiar with the consequences of non-compliance

Audience

This course is designed for all
employees who handle personal
data as part of their job. It is
suitable for professionals in
various sectors, including finance,
healthcare, education, and any
organization that processes
personal data. No prior experience
or training in data protection is
required.

Classroom and Virtual training
options

Online Course Materials

Duration

½ Day

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