Understanding Data Protection & Data Security Distance Learning Level 2 - Bridgwater & Taunton College

Course Overview

Unit 1- Understand current data protection legislation

Summary: The aim of this unit is to provide learners with an overview of the key data legislation that organisations are required to comply with. The learner will understand the purpose of the Data Protection Act, explain the purpose and how it differs from the GDPR.

Unit 2 – Understand organisational procedures concerning data

Summary: The aim of this unit is to provide learners with an understanding of organisational procedures concerning data, including steps organisations might take to protect the data they hold and the importance of doing so.

Unit 3 – Understand threats to ICT systems and data

Summary: This unit provides learners with knowledge of common threats to ICT systems and data and ways to protect ICT systems from these threats. Learners will also understand how to protect their own devices and data.

Unit 4 – Understand the consequences of not protecting data

Summary: This unit aims to ensure learners understand the consequences of not protecting data.

Assessment Methods

Upon enrolment you will be provided with learner support materials that will give you the knowledge and understanding required to undertake the assessments. To be awarded the qualification you need to successfully complete all of the workbooks.

As you work through the learning materials you will have the support of a knowledgeable assessor/tutor who will give you support, advice and guidance on the course content as well as providing robust feedback on the work you complete.

Course Summary

Course Title Understanding Data Protection & Data Security Distance Learning Level 2
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