Understanding Data Protection and Data Security - Level 2

Why should I study this programme?

• Achieve a free nationally recognised Level 2 qualification
• Improve your knowledge of data protection and the importance of keeping data secure
• Further your professional development with skills that are vital for anyone who handles data
• Learn at a time that suits you, without the need to attend college

What will I learn?

• 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.

You must be aged 19 or over and not on any other funded training programme to study this course.

How long is this course?

12 weeks

When does this course start?

There are several enrolment dates throughout the year. Please apply for further details.

How many hours / days per week is this course?

This course is online

Fee information

Adult (19+) learners

Depending on your age, course, educational history and personal circumstances, there may be options available for you to receive a course fully-funded by the government. Our fee calculator will help give you an idea on whether you'll be able to have your course fee waived or covered by an Advanced Learner Loan.

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Learners with an active Education, Health & Care Plan

If you are aged 19 - 24 at the start of your course and have an active Education, Health & Care Plan (EHCP), any course up to and including level 3 will be fully-funded by the government. This means you will not have a course fee to pay and any equipment considered essential to complete your course will be provided by the college.

What qualification will I achieve?

CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Data Protection and Data Security

How is my course assessed?

All assessment is completed online.