Level 2 Data Protection and Data Security

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Level 2 Data Protection and Data Security

Data protection and Data Security compliance is an essential legal requirement for all organisations. Since the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) came into force in May 2018, it is more vital than ever that anyone who works with personal data understands the laws and acts in compliance. Failure to process personal or sensitive data securely and lawfully can lead to severe penalties. Making sure that your employees are acting compliantly and handling data correctly is essential in any sector.

COURSE CONTENT

Current data protection legislation, and how it is applied
Organisational procedures concerning data
Possible threats to ICT systems and data, and how to protect against them
Consequences of not protecting data, and the impact of possible breaches.

ELIGIBILITY

Age 19+
Applicants aged between 19 – 23 must hold a prior level 2 or above qualification in any subject except the subject they wish to apply for.
Applicants over 23 do not need any entry qualifications
Lives in England
British Citizen or have been living within the EU for 3 years for purposes other than study
Able to supply ID at induction
Provide residency evidence if not a British citizen

Benefits

Achieve a nationally recognised Level 2 qualification
Improve your knowledge of data protection and the importance of keeping data secure
Further your professional development with skills that are vital for anyone who handles data
Learn at a time that suits you, without the need to attend college

What You will Learn

Understanding the key data legislation that organisations are required to comply with.
Understand the purpose of the Data Protection Act, explain the purpose and how it differs from the GDPR.
Understanding of organisational procedures concerning data, including steps organisations might take to protect the data they hold and the importance of doing so.
Understand threats to ICT systems and data
Understand common threats to ICT systems and data and ways to protect ICT systems from these threats.
Understand how to protect their own devices and data.
Understand the consequences of not protecting data