GDPR (General Data Protection Regulations) Awareness
This course provides staff with a practical introduction to the principles of GDPR and their role in protecting personal data. Delegates will explore key legal definitions, types of data, and the difference between confidentiality and data protection. The course also covers consent, accountability, data breaches, subject access requests, and practical steps to improve compliance. Suitable for all staff handling personal or sensitive information.
| Course Number | Course Validity | Course Duration | Course Assessment | Course Accreditation | Course Approvals |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S1 | 3 Years | 3 Hours | Continuous | - | - |
- Welcome, introductions, and housekeeping
- What is data protection and why it matters
- Understanding GDPR and key terminology
- Consent, accountability, and sharing decisions
- The 8 principles of data protection
- Data storage, security, and destruction
- Subject access requests and data breach prevention
- Online safety, CCTV, and the role of the ICO
- Group case studies and practical improvement steps
- Recap, Q&A, and course evaluation
