iCQ Level 2 Certificate in Data Protection and Data Security Principles

Course Overview:
The primary purpose of this qualification is to provide learners with a solid understanding of data protection regulations and the essential practices required to ensure data security. Covering topics such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), data handling procedures, cybersecurity principles, and the importance of safeguarding sensitive information.

Learners will develop the skills needed to implement effective data protection strategies in various industries, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and promoting secure data management.

Qualification: Level 2 Certificate in Data Protection and Data Security Principle

Total Credits: 13
Minimum Guided Learning Hours: 11
Awarding Body: iCQ
Course Duration: 2 months

Entry Requirements: You don’t need any formal qualifications to enrol on this course. Learners will need to produce full and articulate answers to questions. Learners will need to have a good standard of written and verbal communication skills.

 

    • Understanding threats to ICT systems and data

    • Understanding data protection legislation

    • Understand the consequences of not protecting data

    • Learning the principles of organisational data procedures

  • Assessment method

    The qualification will be assessed by a portfolio of evidence. Your personal assessor will conduct monthly meetings via Teams to review and develop your progress towards the qualification.

    All assessments need to be passed, and each will directly assess the knowledge, skills and behaviours of the qualification

  • After this programme, you could progress to the Level 3 Certificate in Principles of Business and Administration or Level 3 Diploma in Business Administration