Course Details

This module will take approximately 30 minutes to complete and is designed to aid learners understanding of data security awareness.

• This includes learning the definitions of data security and data security awareness, and how to apply this knowledge to day-to-day working activities, especially concerning data-related tasks.
• This course outlines the relevant legal frameworks and standards surrounding data security and why they are important.
• The course also covers potential data breaches that can occur, and how to deal with these incidents.

The course contains a case study and an assessment to test learners' understanding, with a requirement of 80% to pass.

Objectives

After completing this course, learners will be able to:

• Describe what is meant by the terms data security and data security awareness. 
• Identify the relevant legal frameworks and standards around data security.​
• Understand what GDPR and the Data Protection Act and why they are important.​
• Deal with potential breaches and incidents.​

Topics covered