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BCS Foundation Certificate in Data Protection

What you'll learn

On this accelerated BCS Foundation Certificate in Data Protection course, you will explore the application of current data protection laws, including the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), UK GDPR and the UK Data Protection Act 2018.

In just 1day, you’ll hold a recognised qualification in data protection. You’ll also learn how to:

  • Gain an understanding of the key changes that the GDPR and the Data Protection Act (2018) bring to data protection.
  • Gain an understanding of the new rights available to data subjects and the implications of those rights with the GDPR and Data Protection Act (2018).
  • Gain an understanding of individual and organisational responsibilities under the GDPR and the Data Protection Act (2018), particularly the need for effectiveness record keeping.
  • Gain an understanding of the increased obligations faced by data controllers and data processors as a result of the GDPR coming into force and the Data Protection Act (2018) being enacted.
  • Be better placed to support their organisation in processing customer data in compliance with the GDPR and the Data Protection Act (2018).

At the end of this course, you’ll sit the BCS exam, and achieve your BCS Foundation Certificate in Data Protection certification. Through Firebrand’s Lecture | Lab | Review methodology, you’ll get certified at twice the speed of the traditional training and get access to courseware, learn from certified instructors, and train in a distraction-free environment.

Audience

This course is ideal for:

  • Anyone who needs to understand data protection and GDPR in particular.

Curriculum

10 modules
  • Module 1: An Introduction To The History Of Data Protection In The UK
  • Module 2: Principles Of Data Protection And Applicable Terminology
  • Module 3: Lawful Bases For Processing Of Personal Data
  • Module 4: Accountability Principle
  • Module 5: Obligations Of Controllers, Joint Controllers And Data Processors
  • Module 6: International Data Transfers Under UK GDPR
  • Module 7: Data Subject Rights
  • Module 8: Independent Supervisory Authorities (ISAS) And The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
  • Module 9: Breaches, Enforcement And Liability
  • Module 10: Privacy And Electronic Communications (EC Directive) Regulations (PECR) 2003 And Subsequent Amendments

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this accelerated course. Some knowledge of data protection law would be an advantage to the candidate, as well as basic working knowledge of IT and GDPR.

Exam info

At the end of this accelerated course, you’ll sit the following exam at the Firebrand Training centre, covered Certification Guarantee:

BCS Foundation Certificate in Data Protection exam

  • Duration: 1 hour
  • Format: Closed book; Multiple Choice
  • Number of questions: 40 questions
  • Passing score: Pass mark is 26/40 (65%)
  • Domains:
    • An Introduction to the History of Data Protection in the U.K. (6%)
    • Principles of Data Protection and Applicable Terminology. (15%)
    • Lawful bases for processing Personal Data. (10%)
    • Accountability Principle (21.5%) Syllabus Area
    • Obligations of Controllers, Joint Controllers and Data Processors. (7.5%)
    • International Data Transfers under EU and UK GDPR. (7.5%)
    • Data Subject Rights. (12.5%)
    • Independent Supervisory Authorities (ISAs) and the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO). (7.5%)
    • Breaches, Enforcement and Liability (7.5%)
    • Privacy and Electronic Communications (EC Directive) Regulations (PECR) 2003 and subsequent amendments. (5%)

Course Dates

Sorry, there are currently no dates available for this course. Please submit an enquiry and one of our team will contact you about potential future dates or alternative options.

FAQs

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Yes, we do provide courses suitable for beginners. However, Firebrand's accelerated courses aren't easy and it's essential that you are interested and actively pursuing a career in IT.

Traditional training providers usually run their courses from 9am to 5pm. At Firebrand Training we maximise the number of learning hours to minimise the number of training days, so you’ll be back to your job as quickly as possible. You don’t waste time travelling to several courses and finding an exam centre after that.

Firebrand's accelerated courses are constantly reviewed. We ask our delegates for feedback after every course. We are official partners with leading vendors and therefore, we're provided with certification changes and updates, which we can then implement in our course delivery at a very early stage. This feedback is then analysed in view of changes or discrepancies. We will then address the topics mentioned and have a panel of subject matter experts provide us with valuable suggestions for improvement and solutions.

If you need to learn new skills and you want to be able to put them into practice quickly, then Firebrand is the right training company for you.

Our unique accelerated training method means that we are your fastest way to learn. By delivering training for up to 12 hours per day, seven days per week, with exam centres on-site, we ensure that you are trained and certified quicker than anywhere else, having spent less time out of the office away from the day job.

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