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Data Protection Course - BCS Foundation
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Data Protection Course - BCS Foundation

By Duco Digital Training

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Highlights

  • On-Demand course

  • 23 hours

Description

Do you need a qualification in data protection or are you thinking about learning more about data protection for your organisation?

The BCS Foundation Certificate in Data Protection is a Level 2 - 3 certified course designed for those who need to have an understanding of data protection, and the GDPR in particular, to do their job and knowledge of data protection law would be effective in their role.
You will learn the knowledge of Data Protection and Privacy, Information Governance, risk and compliance, Data Management, Project Management, Directors/Senior Managers with Data Protection responsibilities, Legal and procurement, Marketing and Sales professionals, Information Security and IT and Human Resources.If you are interested in learning data protection at levels 3 -4 , please read about the BCS Practitioner course in Data Protection.


This course includes 'Pass Assist', a unique package of support to equip learners with knowledge and confidence to pass your BCS exam, including: 

  • Practice exam papers

  • A series of videos to get the best out of the course, make a learning plan and preparing for the exam

  • Tutor support - use the discussion forum, email or What’s App to ask questions.

Online, self-study, global access to study in any country

COURSE FEATURES

  • Study time: 23.5 hours

  • Gain Industry Skills

  • 12 months course access

  • Includes exam

  • Job and Career Support

  • Tutor support

  • Learn Online - Study at home or work

  • Aligned to SFIAPlus
    IT Industry Framework

  • Globally Recognised BCS Certificate

  • Free 1 year BCS Membership**new BCS members.

Data Protection Course - BCS Foundation

The BCS Foundation Certificate in Data Protection is a globally recognised professional qualification which will help develop your knowledge and understanding in these specific subjects:

Course Subjects You Learn

1. AN INTRODUCTION TO THE HISTORY OF DATA PROTECTION IN THE U.K.

  • Demonstrate an awareness around personal data rights in the EU and the UK.

  • Describe the territorial scope and jurisdiction of the UK GDPR (Article 3).

2 PRINCIPLES OF DATA PROTECTION AND APPLICABLE TERMINOLOGY

  • Define the following key items of terminology:
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  • Describe the following data protection principles.

3. LAWFUL BASES FOR PROCESSING OF PERSONAL DATA.

  • Explain the lawful basis to process Personal Data listed under (Article 6) of the UK GDPR
    and as displayed below:
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  • Describe the conditions permitted for processing special category data listed under
    Article 9 of UK GDPR/ Schedule 1 of the DPA.

4. ACCOUNTABILITY PRINCIPLE.

  • Identify the accountability obligations (Article 5 (2) and Article 24) UK GDPR.

  • Describe the purpose of a Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA) UK GDPR.

  • Explain the process of conducting a DPIA (Article 35) UK GDPR and identify when risks
    arising from a DPIA may need prior consultation with the ICO (Article 36) UK GDPR.

  • Identify the importance of keeping a record of processing activity (RoPA) (Article 30) UK
    GDPR.

  • Outline the interplay with privacy notices (Article 13 & 14) UK GDPR.

  • Demonstrate how to adopt a ‘data protection by design and by default’ approach (Article
    25) UK GDPR.

  • Identify suitable information security measures (Article 32) UK GDPR.

  • Explain the designation, position and tasks of the Data Protection O!cer (DPO) (Article
    37 to 39) UK GDPR.

  • Explain the role of the DPO and compliance monitoring.

5. OBLIGATIONS OF CONTROLLERS, JOINT CONTROLLERS AND DATA PROCESSORS

  • Identify the controller and processor obligations.

6. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS UNDER UK GDPR.

  • Explain the principles of data transfers under UK GDPR and the impact of data transfers
    to and from the European Union (EU).

7. DATA SUBJECT RIGHTS.

  • Explain the key rights granted to individuals (Articles 12 to 17 and 21 to 22) UK GDPR.
    Specifically, the candidate will be required to explain data subject rights in relation to:
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  • Explain the fundamental rights of other information requests.

  • Explain the impact of AI on data rights.

8. INDEPENDENT SUPERVISORY AUTHORITIES (ISAS) AND THE INFORMATION
COMMISSIONER’S OFFICE (ICO).

  • Express awareness of the role of ISAs under EU GDPR. (Article 57 & 58 EU GDPR).

  • Explain the role of the ICO.

9. BREACHES, ENFORCEMENT AND LIABILITY.

  • Explain the obligation and requirements surrounding the reporting of personal data
    breaches (UK GDPR Articles 33 and 34).

  • Identify the powers of the ICO that can be imposed as a result of a data protection breach
    or data protection complaint (Article 58 UK GDPR).

  • Describe liabilities

10. PRIVACY AND ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS (EC DIRECTIVE) REGULATIONS
(PECR) 2003 AND SUBSEQUENT AMENDMENTS.

  • Identify the relationship between the UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018 and PECR in
    respect of marketing. (Email phone, SMS, in-app messaging, push notifications).

Study Easily Online with Duco Digital

• Work through online course content which is easy to follow, understand and in a logical format• Login to continue your course and monitor your progression easily at-a-glance• Book your online exam to take at home or in an office, no need to visit a test centre• Multiple choice exam• Test paper included with practice questions• Tutor support available 9 am - 5 pm weekdays GMT• Start today!

Meet Our Instructor
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Darren is the Company Director of Duco Digital Training and a BCS Accredited Trainer in Data Protection. He has over 30 years of experience in international marketing, computing projects, training students for organisations and governments in AI, marketing and sales in Europe, SE Asia and the Middle East and is currently researching and studying a PhD in AI Ethics.If you have any questions about choosing the right course for your career, please contact us.

Who is BCS?

Recognised globally by corporations, academics and IT professionals, BCS is the British Computer Society, more commonly known as the Chartered Institute for IT.

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They have over 60,000 members in 150 countries, and a wider community of business leaders, educators, practitioners and policy-makers all committed to their mission of leading the IT industry through its ethical challenges, to support the people who work in the industry, and to make IT good for society.

We're here to help you pass your course and grow your career; study with Duco Digital Training, the UK's leading online BCS accredited training provider.

Why should I take this course?

This Level 2- 3 Foundation professional certification in Data Protection will help develop your career if you need to have an understanding of data protection, and the GDPR in particular, to do your job; or if knowledge of the law in this area would enhance your effectiveness in your job.

The salary range for UK jobs in data protection is £34,140 - £65,000, so now is a great time to gain a qualification.
Have a question? - contact us
If you have any questions, please contact us or message us on What'sApp.We're here to help you pass your course and grow your career; study with Duco Digital Training, the UK's leading online BCS accredited training provider.

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