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Certificate in Understanding Data Protection and Data Security Level 2

at Boston College, Boston · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeCertificate110 hours

What the college says

Data protection compliance is an essential legal requirement for all organisations. Following the introduction of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in May 2018, it is vital that anyone working with personal data understand the laws and acts in compliance. The aim of this qualification is to enhances knowledge and understanding of GDPR. Your studies will include topics such as: Current Data protection legislation and how it is applied, Organisational procedures concerning data, Possible threats to ICT systems and data and how to protect against them, Consequences of not protecting data and the impact of possible breaches, This qualification is a nationally recognised Level 2 qualification and demonstrates your competency to employers. It can be used to update and continue your professional development, (CPD) and provide you with a more in depth understanding of GDPR, It is also suitable for anyone with a personal interest in this topic.

What you need to get on

You will need to be aged be 19+ as at 31st August prior to the start of the current academic year. You will also need to have at least a Level 1 qualification in English/Literacy or equivalent. To assist in completion of this qualification, it may help to be working in, or have access to, the chosen sector. If you already have a higher-level qualification in this specialism, it may impact on your eligibility.

How you are assessed

Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.

What this level means

The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

The provider describes this as being for learners aged 19 and over.

Where it runs

  • Boston College

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