The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) Training Course is designed to provide employees, managers, and data handlers with a comprehensive understanding of GDPR and its implications for organisations operating within the UK and the European Union. This course covers the key principles of data protection, the legal responsibilities of organisations, and the rights of individuals regarding their personal data. Participants will learn how to ensure compliance with GDPR, avoid data breaches, and implement best practices for data management. The course also highlights the consequences of non-compliance, including potential fines and reputational damage.
 
Course Content:
 
Introduction to GDPR: Overview of the General Data Protection Regulation, its purpose, and its importance in protecting personal data.
Key Principles of GDPR: Detailed explanation of the seven key principles of GDPR, including lawfulness, fairness, transparency, data minimisation, accuracy, storage limitation, integrity, and confidentiality.
Roles and Responsibilities: Understanding the roles and responsibilities of data controllers, data processors, and data protection officers within an organisation.
Legal Basis for Processing Data: Identifying the legal bases for processing personal data, including consent, contract, legal obligation, vital interests, public task, and legitimate interests.
Rights of Data Subjects: Explanation of the rights of individuals under GDPR, including the right to access, rectification, erasure (the "right to be forgotten"), restriction of processing, data portability, and the right to object.
Data Breach Management: Procedures for identifying, reporting, and managing data breaches, including notification requirements and the role of the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO).
Data Impact Assessments (DPIAs): The importance of conducting Data Protection Impact Assessments for high-risk data processing activities and how to carry them out effectively.
Data Security Measures: Best practices for ensuring data security, including encryption, pseudonymisation, and regular data audits.
Cross-Border Data Transfers: Understanding the rules and restrictions on transferring personal data outside the European Economic Area (EEA) and the mechanisms for ensuring compliance.
GDPR in Practice: Practical guidance on implementing GDPR within an organisation, including creating data protection policies, training staff, and maintaining records of processing activities.
Consequences of Non-Compliance: Overview of the potential fines and penalties for non-compliance with GDPR, as well as the reputational risks associated with data breaches.
 
Learning Outcomes: By the end of the GDPR Training Course, participants will be able to:
 
Understand GDPR Fundamentals: Demonstrate a clear understanding of the purpose and scope of GDPR, including its key principles and objectives.
Identify Roles and Responsibilities: Recognise the roles and responsibilities of data controllers, data processors, and data protection officers within their organisation.
Determine Legal Basis for Processing: Identify the appropriate legal bases for processing personal data in various situations, ensuring compliance with GDPR.
Respect Data Subject Rights: Understand and respect the rights of individuals under GDPR, including how to respond to data subject requests effectively.
Manage Data Breaches: Implement effective procedures for managing and reporting data breaches, minimising potential harm and ensuring timely notification to the ICO.
Conduct DPIAs: Carry out Data Protection Impact Assessments for high-risk data processing activities, identifying and mitigating potential risks.
Implement Data Security Measures: Apply best practices for data security, ensuring that personal data is protected from unauthorised access, loss, or destruction.
Navigate Cross-Border Data Transfers: Understand and comply with the rules governing cross-border data transfers, ensuring the protection of personal data outside the EEA.
Apply GDPR in Practice: Implement GDPR requirements within their organisation, including developing data protection policies, training staff, and maintaining compliance records.
Avoid Non-Compliance Consequences: Understand the serious consequences of non-compliance with GDPR, including the potential for significant fines and reputational damage.
 
Upon successful completion of this course, participants will receive a certificate of achievement, demonstrating their knowledge and understanding of GDPR. They will be equipped to ensure their organisation’s data protection practices are fully compliant with GDPR, safeguarding personal data and reducing the risk of breaches.