GDPR Awareness
About GDPR Awareness Training
This course is for anyone who handles personal data as part of their job. The course teaches you how to process data under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Upon completion, you will understand the meaning of the regulations and how to follow these rules when controlling data.
Course Length
Our GDPR Awareness training course is 3 hours long and completed in a half-day. Our courses are structured to allow breaks for learners to eat and rest.
Certificate Validity
The GDPR Awareness training certificate lasts 12 months (1 year). Before expiry, you’ll need to re-enrol to receive a new certificate.
Delivery Methods
Our most popular form of training is held in-house, where we send a trainer out to your premises for a face-to-face session (for groups of up to 12). We also run the GDPR Awareness training course online. Ask about our webinar sessions.
Topics Covered
Please see our course outline here. During this GDPR Awareness training course, you will learn the 8 Data Protection Act principles, information commissioner’s office responsibilities, legal rights regarding personal data, and more…
Cost/Pricing
Pricing can vary depending on location, dates, group size (where applicable), and more factors. For a free email quotation, please contact our advisors directly on 0800 781 2041 or leave an enquiry.
How Do You Get Certified
This course is designed with your convenience in mind. You can choose an in-house group course for up to 12 delegates, delivered either face-to-face or through a webinar option, at a time and place that works best for you. Prefer a different setting? Join one of our scheduled courses at locations across the UK. Once you complete the course, you’ll receive a certificate to showcase your achievement.
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GDPR Awareness Course Outline
- Introduction.
- The 8 Data Protection Act principles.
- Information Commissioner’s Office responsibilities.
- Legal rights with regards to personal data.
- Enforcement of the Data Protection Act.
- Ways in which to ensure compliance.
Speak with one of our training consultants for free advice and additional information.
GDPR Awareness FAQs
What is GDPR?
GDPR stands for General Data Protection Regulation. It is a legal framework that sets guidelines for the collection and processing of personal data of individuals who live in the European Union (EU).
Does the GDPR apply to every workplace in the UK?
The GDPR applies to every business in the UK and was set into law through the Data Protection Act of 2018. GDPR training for staff is mandatory for those with certain ISO certifications.
How many principles are there in the GDPR?
There are seven key principles to GDPR. These include; Lawfulness, fairness and transparency; Purpose limitation; Data minimisation; Accuracy; Storage limitation; Integrity and confidentiality (security); Accountability.
Who enforces the GDPR in the United Kingdom?
The GDPR is enforced by the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) . The ICO is an independent body that can impose fines on organisations if they do not follow procedures.
Who needs GDPR training?
This course is useful for any members of staff who encounter personal data within their role, such as those working within human resources, accounting, marketing and many more.
What are the main points covered?
The course covers the data protection act and the legislation around it, as well as people’s legal rights with regards to the collection and processing of personal data.
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