General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) Online Course

General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) – Online Course

Course overview
This online course develops awareness of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), helping learners protect information, recognise common risks and follow appropriate security and reporting procedures. It explains the principles of data protection, lawful bases for processing, individuals’ rights and the responsibilities of those who handle personal data. The course takes one hour and is CPD accredited.

Please note: This is an introductory, Level 1 course that builds foundational awareness of GDPR. It does not replace advanced data protection qualifications or any role-specific training an employer may require, and it does not constitute legal advice.

What the course covers
• What the General Data Protection Regulation is and why it matters
• Joint working
• The principles of data protection
• What personal data is, and special categories of personal data
• Scope, roles and responsibilities, including employee responsibilities
• Section 170(1) of the Data Protection Act 2018
• Equality impact assessment
• Lawful bases for processing
• Individual rights
• Subject access requests (SARs)
• Security breaches and reporting procedures
• Explicit and unambiguous consent

Who is it for?
The course is written at an introductory level for anyone who handles personal data or wants GDPR awareness. It is appropriate for:
• Data protection officers and compliance officers
• Legal, HR and marketing professionals
• IT and information security specialists
• Business owners and entrepreneurs
• Anyone handling personal data

It can be used for induction, refresher training, demonstrating compliance or building foundational GDPR knowledge.

Practical benefits
• Understand key information-security and confidentiality principles
• Recognise common threats, errors and warning signs
• Handle personal and sensitive information appropriately
• Know how to respond to subject access requests and report breaches
• Support organisational compliance through good record keeping
• Receive a CPD-accredited certificate for your records

What learners will be able to do
• Understand key information-security and confidentiality principles
• Recognise common threats, errors and warning signs
• Handle personal or sensitive information appropriately
• Use safer day-to-day security practices
• Recognise suspicious requests or activity
• Understand when information may be shared lawfully
• Report breaches, incidents or concerns promptly
• Support organisational compliance through good record keeping

Is this training a legal requirement?
The supplied information does not state that this specific course is a legal requirement. The course covers GDPR, including the principles of data protection, lawful processing, individuals’ rights, subject access requests and breach reporting, and refers to Section 170(1) of the Data Protection Act 2018. Employers should confirm the data protection training their own role and setting require.

Assessment and certificate
Learners complete a short multiple-choice quiz with a pass mark of 70% and can retake it as many times as they need at no extra cost. On successful completion, they can download or print a CPD-accredited certificate for free. A hard copy can also be requested for a fee. The course is allocated instantly after purchase and can be studied on any device at the learner’s own pace. A complimentary learner management system lets organisations view course progress, quiz results and certification, and a compliance matrix is available to support audits and inspections.