BCS Practitioner Data Protection
*Updated Summer 2023* | 100% Pass Rate | Includes Exam | Free 1 year BCS Associate membership
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Summary
- BCS Certification - Free
- Exam(s) / assessment(s) is included in price
- Tutor is available to students
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Overview
** Course recently refreshed to reflect recent changes in data protection regulations**
Learn about data protection for local authorities and public authorities, AI and processing of personal data, data protection implications for employment practices code, international data transfers, more information about PECR, Freedom of Information requests, obligations of controllers.
Do you need a qualification in data protection or are you thinking about learning more about data protection for your organisation?
The BCS Practitioner Certificate in Data Protection is a level 3-4 certified course designed for those with some data protection responsibilities in an organisation and wish to achieve and demonstrate a broad understanding of the law and progresses from what is taught in our BCS Foundation Certifictae in Data Protection.
You will learn the knowledge of UK data protection law, incorporating the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA 18), as well as the EU General, Data Protection Regulation (EU GDPR), along with an understanding of how they are applied in practice.
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BCS Practitioner Certificate in Data Protection
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Digital certificate - Included
The certificate is usually available to download from the BCS portal within 48 hours of passing the exam along with a link to claim your free one year BCS Associate membership* (*new BCS members only)
Description
Refreshed course includes data protection for local authorities and public authorities, AI and processing of personal data, data protection implications for employment practices code, international data transfers, more information about PECR, Freedom of Information requests, obligations of controllers.
Do you need a qualification in data protection or are you thinking about learning more about data protection for your organisation?
The BCS Practitioner Certificate in Data Protection is a level 3-4 certified course designed for those with some data protection responsibilities in an organisation and wish to achieve and demonstrate a broad understanding of the law and progresses from what is taught in the BCS Foundation Certificate in Data Protection.
You will learn the knowledge of UK data protection law, incorporating the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA 18), as well as the EU General, Data Protection Regulation (EU GDPR), along with an understanding of how they are applied in practice.
This version of the syllabus has been updated to take into account the UK’s withdrawal
from the EU and following the EU-UK Trade and Cooperation Agreement that was signed in December 2020. It also includes the two adequacy decisions published 28 June 2021 by the EU Commission in respect of the UK regarding transfers under the EU GDPR; and to transfers under the Law Enforcement Directive (LED).
Who is this course for?
This Practitioner professional certification in Data Protection, certified at levels 3-4, will help develop your career if you have some data protection responsibilities in an organisation and wish to achieve and demonstrate a broad understanding of the law.
While data protection training is valuable across all sectors given the digital nature of today's world, there are certain sectors where it is particularly critical:
• Health
• Information Technology (IT) and Cybersecurity
• Finance and Banking
• Retail and E-commerce
• Education
• Government and Public Services
• Telecommunications
• Advertising
• Researchers
• Cyber Security
It's important to note that virtually all sectors can benefit from data protection training, as data has become a crucial part of nearly every industry.
Requirements
- This course is recommended for those who have previously studied our BCS Foundation in Data Protection course or have 1 - 2 years in a role with experience and responsibility for data protection. Please contact us if you are unsure about your suitability for this course.
- An internet connection with a mobile/tablet or laptop is required.
Career path
The salary range for UK jobs in data protection is £34,140 - £65,000, so now is a great time to gain a qualification.
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