General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) Online Course

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Gain essential GDPR knowledge in just 1 hour. This CPD-accredited online course gives you the practical skills to understand, apply, and comply with the General Data Protection Regulation. Whether you’re an individual, a business owner, part of a team, or require training for your employees, enrol today to earn GDPR certification.

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• Instant Online Access: Start learning right away, anytime, on any device
• Free Digital Certificate: Download or print immediately upon passing
• Unlimited Exam Retakes: No extra charge for retaking the final quiz
• Team Training Discounts: Save up to 84% when you buy for your team
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Course Overview

Your GDPR Course Overview

Duration: 1 hour
Level: Introductory (Level 1)
CPD Points: 1

This course covers:

• • What is GDPR, and why does it matter?
  • Principles of data protection and lawful processing
  • Key rights of individuals under GDPR
  • Roles and responsibilities for compliance
  • How to handle subject access requests (SAR)
  • Managing data breaches and reporting procedures
  • Consent, special categories, and security best practices

Lessons

Course Content

Detailed Course Content

Unit 1

• • General Data Protection Regulation – Course Introduction
  • What is General Data Protection Regulation?
  • Joint Working
  • Principles of Data Protection
  • What is Personal Data?
  • Special Personal Data Categories
  • Scope, Roles, & Responsibilities
  • Employee Responsibilities
  • Section 170 (1) of DPA2018
  • Equality Impact Assessment
  • Lawful Bases for Processing
  • Individual Rights
  • Subject Access Requests (SAR)
  • Security Breaches
  • Explicit & Unambiguous Consent

Who is this for?

Who Should Take This Course?

This training is ideal for:

• Data Protection Officers & Compliance Officers
• Legal, HR, and Marketing Professionals
• IT & Information Security Specialists
• Business Owners & Entrepreneurs
• Anyone handling personal data or seeking GDPR awareness

Perfect for:

• Inductions
• Refresher training
• Demonstrating compliance
• Building foundational GDPR knowledge

Assessment and Certification

Assessment & Certification: Simple, Flexible, and Fully Accredited

Completing your course and earning your certificate couldn’t be easier:

• Finish with a Short Multiple-Choice Quiz: Just a 70% pass mark
• Unlimited Free Retakes: No stress, no extra cost, and no rush
• Get Your CPD-Accredited Certificate Instantly: Receive a PDF version ready to download or print
• Prefer a Physical Certificate? We offer professional hard copy certificates for a small fee

With flexible learning, unlimited attempts, and instant certification, you can build your skills and confidence, all at your own pace, with support every step of the way.

General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) FAQ

General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best GDPR certification?

This course is CPD-accredited and widely recognised for professional development. For advanced certification, consider Practitioner-level or PECB Certified Data Protection Officer courses.

What are the 7 basic principles of GDPR?

The 7 principles of GDPR are:

1. Lawfulness, fairness, and transparency
2. Purpose limitation
3. Data minimisation
4. Accuracy
5. Storage limitation
6. Integrity and confidentiality
7. Accountability

How much does it cost to get GDPR certified?

Our course is just £9.47 + VAT, with discounts for teams. Advanced certifications may cost more.

When will I receive my General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) course?

Your course is instantly allocated to you upon completion of your purchase.

Is the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) course CPD accredited?

Yes, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) course has been assessed and awarded a CPD accreditation by the CPD standards office.

Do I receive a General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) certificate

Upon successful completion of the quiz at the end of the course, you will be instantly awarded a CPD accredited General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) course certificate to download or print at home for free. We also have an option for you to request a hard copy of the certificate sent to your home or work address.

Can I retake the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) course to improve my grade?

Yes, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) course comes complete with unlimited exam retakes

Is this General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) course ideal for refresher training, induction or to improve your knowledge?

Yes, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) course will aid refresher training. It will give evidence of an understanding for staff induction. It will evidence awareness and improve your knowledge aiding your current skillset. A certificate is awarded upon completion.

Can I purchase this General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) course for other persons than myself?

We offer a complimentary learner management system to view the learner’s course progress, view quiz results and certification. We also offer a dedicated compliance matrix to aid with audits and inspections.

How long does the course take?

Most learners complete the course in about 1 hour.

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