UK GDPR Training and Awareness
UK GDPR training raises awareness of the requirements of the General Data Protection Regulation and the responsibilities of employers and employees to protect personal data.
Training helps organisations to mitigate the risk of data breaches by promoting best practices in data handling and management. The course covers the rights of data subjects, the legal grounds for data processing, and practical steps to comply with the law.
By embedding core data protection principles into organisational culture, general data protection training helps to build trust with stakeholders and enhances an organisation’s reputation.
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UK GDPR Training and Awareness
UK GDPR training helps organisations to mitigate the risk of data breaches by promoting best practices in data handling and management.
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What are the benefits of our mental health awareness training course?
- Ensures employees understand the importance of data protection and the specific requirements of the UK GDPR, reducing the risk of data breaches.
- Covers the roles and responsibilities defined under the regulation and the rights of data subjects.
- IOSH Approved, CPD Certified and SCORM Compliant training.
- Developed by our health and safety professionals who have extensive experience of high-risk environments.
- Online GDPR training and awareness course can be completed at the participant’s own pace, at a time that suits them.
Course duration
UK GDPR online training takes approximately 30 minutes to complete.
Course accreditations
Our accreditations mean you can be confident that we deliver high-quality, effective eLearning that forms part of a professional development programme.
We pride ourselves on our extensive certification and accreditation. We’re CPD Certified and this course is SCORM compliant which means it can be integrated as part of your existing LMS or used as part of our SHINE learning management system.
Learn more about our health and safety accreditations.
Who should take this course?
Our UK GDPR course online is for anyone who handles personal information in an online or offline capacity.
UK GDPR FAQs
Why should my organisation invest in GDPR training?
The training helps organisations mitigate the risk of data breaches, promotes a culture of data protection, and ensures compliance with legal requirements, which can help avoid costly fines and reputational damage.
How does this course benefit employees?
Employees will gain a clear understanding of their responsibilities under UK GDPR, reducing the risk of unintentional data breaches and improving overall data management practices.
What if I already have some GDPR knowledge? Will I still benefit from this course?
Yes, even if you have prior knowledge, the course provides a comprehensive overview of the UK GDPR requirements and practical steps for compliance, which can reinforce your existing understanding and highlight any gaps.
Is there a discount if I need to train a large team?
Yes, we offer volume discounts for businesses that need to train multiple employees. Please contact us to discuss your requirements, and we can provide pricing based on your team size.
How quickly can this training be rolled out to my team?
Once purchased, the course can be accessed immediately through our SHINE platform or integrated into your existing LMS, allowing employees to begin training right away.
How can this course help us with compliance?
The course provides essential knowledge that supports compliance by educating employees on the rights of data subjects, lawful processing, and how to handle data responsibly, reducing the risk of violations and associated penalties.
Is the training relevant to non-technical staff?
Yes, the course is designed for anyone who handles personal data, whether online or offline, including administrative staff, HR, marketing, and more.
What kind of support can I expect if I encounter issues with the course?
We offer full technical support to ensure a smooth experience, whether you’re using our SHINE platform or integrating the course into your LMS. Additionally, our customer support team is available to answer any questions related to course content or compliance.
What happens if someone fails the course
assessment?
Participants who don’t pass the assessment on their first attempt can review the course material and retake the assessment. The course is designed to support learning, with interactive elements and quizzes to reinforce understanding throughout.
Can I monitor employee progress throughout the training?
Yes, if using the SHINE platform, you can track employees’ progress, view completion rates, and download certificates for compliance records.
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Assessment
At the end of the online GDPR course there are 10 multiple choice questions to answer, and the pass mark is 80%.
Certificate
If you complete the UK GDPR training course on SHINE, you will receive a certificate on successful completion of the course which is downloadable as a PDF file.
Course aims
By the end of data protection training, participants will understand:
- The purpose of the UK GDPR and the rights of data subjects.
- How organisations are accountable under the UK GDPR.
- Key roles and responsibilities, including the role of a data protection officer (DPO).
- Ways organisations can enhance their data security.
Course Overview
1. What is data protection?
Introduction to the Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA), the UK GDPR and the role of the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).
2. What is the UK GDPR?
The key principles of the UK GDPR, possible sanctions for breaches and how the ICO make decisions.
How the UK GDPR helps to protect people’s personal data.
3. What is personal data?
The legal definition of personal data.
Examples of ‘personal data’ and ‘sensitive personal data’, and how to decide whether data falls under these categories.
4. What is data processing?
What data processing means under UK GDPR and examples of data processing.
5. Roles under UK GDPR?
An explanation of the following roles defined in the UK GDPR: controller, processor, data subject.
6. Regulations and duties
What policies and documents an organisation needs to comply with UK GDPR.
7. Key UK GDPR terms
Definitions of key terms used in the UK GDPR such as ‘pseudonymisation’ and what they mean in practice.
8. Principles of data protection
Introduction to the principles of data protection:
- Lawfulness, fairness and transparency
- Purpose limitation
- Data minimisation
- Accuracy
- Storage limitation
- Integrity and confidentiality
- Accountability
9. Lawful bases for processing
An in-depth look at the lawful basis for processing personal data including consent, performance of a contract, legal obligation, vital interests, public task, legitimate interests.
Processing special category data in compliance with GDPR.
10. Accountability
How the UK GDPR gives the ICO power to hold organisations to account for failing to comply.
How to ensure your organisation co-operates with the ICO through data processing activities and record keeping.
The purpose of keeping records to comply with the UK GDPR.
11. Data protection by design
What data protection by design mean and examples when it could apply.
What data protection by default entails and ensuring you only process data that is necessary for your purpose.
12. Data protection officer (DPO)
When to appoint a data protection officer (DPO).
What skills and knowledge a DPO needs to carry out their role effectively.
13. Data protection impact assessment
When to carry out a data protection impact assessment (DPIA) and what constitutes ‘high-risk’ data processing activities.
14. Data breaches
When to report a data breach to the ICO in compliance with the UK GDPR.
The importance of keeping records of data breaches even when an incident does not need to be reported by law.
15. Personal data security guidance
How organisations are required to be transparent about the collection, use and safeguarding of personal data.
The dangers to be aware of with cloud-based environments and ways to enhance security.
How the UK GDPR restricts sending data outside the EU and EEA.
16. Individual rights
A detailed look at the seven rights of individuals under UK GDPR and what these mean in practice.
How the UK GDPR strengthens the rights of individuals to have power over their data.
Course screenshots
Fully interactive. Clear and simple. Created by experts.
How is it delivered?
The UK GDPR training course is delivered online or through a computer network to each trainee at their desktop, laptop or mobile device.
We can also provide the course to be integrated into a SCORM compliant LMS.
Training can be completed at the employee’s own pace by “bookmarking” and recording progress and returning to the training later.
SHINE – compliance record keeping
The Praxis42 Digital Platform SHINE is our advanced eLearning management system and helps organisations deliver effective online learning for their employees.
A cost-effective tool for compliance record-keeping, SHINE allows you to view and manage employee training records easily. Individual training certificates can be printed as proof of compliance for audits or visits from enforcing agencies.
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