This course explains what the Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA 2018) is and how to comply with it. It includes:
• Key definitions, incl. ‘Data controllers’ and ‘Data processors’
• Personal data and special categories of personal data
• The seven data protection principles
• Lawful bases for processing personal data
• Individual rights
• Accountability and governance
• Transfer of data
• Processing for the purpose of law enforcement
• Personal data breaches
• Children’s personal data
• Exemptions
By completing this course, the learner will be able to:
• State what the Data Protection Act 2018 is and explain why it is so important
• Describe the different categories of data
• List the seven data protection principles
• Explain the standards for consent and lawful processing of data
• List the eight rights of individuals in relation to their personal data
• Describe the accountability principle for data controllers and processors
• Explain the requirements for transferring data
• Provide an overview of processing for the purpose of law enforcement
• Explain the breach notification requirements
• State the requirements for the safeguarding of children's data
• List the exemptions to the processing of personal data
Course Duration
Target Audience
Anyone who needs an awareness of data protection legislation within the UK
Available in
Non-Audio
Delivered Via
Internet
