Description
🛡️ Introducing GDPR – Online Course
📜 CPD Approved & Certified | 🛡️ Protect data, build trust GDPR Training | 💼 Essential for UK workplace compliance | ⏱ Duration: 60 minutes
Course Overview:
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is the most significant data privacy reform in recent history, setting the standard for how personal data must be processed, protected, and respected across the UK and Europe.
This CPD-certified online training course provides frontline staff and those handling personal data with a clear understanding of GDPR requirements. It explains the roles and responsibilities of Data Controllers, Data Processors, and Data Protection Officers, and introduces key concepts such as the Seven Principles of GDPR, the Eight Rights of Individuals, and the Six Lawful Bases for Processing Data.
Learners will also be guided through how to handle data responsibly, construct an effective privacy policy, and respond to potential data breaches—ensuring that their actions support compliance and reduce organisational risk.
Key Skills Gained:
- Understanding the core principles and scope of GDPR
- Knowledge of the roles of Data Controllers, Processors, and Data Protection Officers
- Ability to identify lawful bases for processing personal data
- Familiarity with the Eight Data Subject Rights
- Knowing how to recognise and respond to data breaches
- Understanding how to audit and document data handling practices
- Awareness of non-compliance risks and penalties#
- Confidence in applying GDPR principles to day-to-day operations
Course Modules:
| Module | Name | Pass Mark |
| 1 | Introduction | 70% |
| 2 | Data Processing | 70% |
| 3 | Types of Data | 70% |
| 4 | Data Subjects’ Rights | 70% |
| 5 | Data Breaches | 70% |
Learning Objectives:
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
âś… Define what GDPR is and why it matters in all industries
âś… Understand how personal and sensitive data must be handled
âś… Describe the rights individuals have under GDPR
âś… Identify potential data risks and how to avoid or report breaches
âś… Ensure everyday work processes meet GDPR compliance standards
Target Audience:
- Frontline staff handling customer or employee data
- HR and recruitment professionals
- Managers and team leaders
- Anyone with access to personal, sensitive, or special category data
- Employees working in healthcare, education, retail, social care, or administration
System Requirements:
- Browser: Latest version of Chrome, Firefox, Edge, or Safari
- Video: Up-to-date video drivers
- Memory: 1GB+ RAM
- Internet: Broadband connection (3Mb+ recommended)
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