Data Protection Practitioner

Gain practical knowledge of core data protection principles, compliance responsibilities, and how to manage information securely in today’s digital workplace.

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Course Overview

This comprehensive 11-week program provides the knowledge and skills necessary to understand data protection regulations, implement compliance strategies, and manage data privacy in various organizational contexts.

Modules you will cover:

  • Introduction to Data Protection and GDPR
  • Information Security Management
  • Data Governance and Privacy Frameworks
  • Risk Assessment and Mitigation
  • Incident Response and Reporting
  • Compliance Auditing and Monitoring
  • Data Ethics and Privacy Impact Assessments
  • Capstone Project
    • 16 weeks
    • 100% online
    • Flexible

    Why learn Data Protection?

    Develop essential skills to safeguard sensitive information and ensure compliance with evolving data protection regulations.

    The key activities that Data Protection Practitioner graduates perform include:

    • Understanding legal and regulatory frameworks
    • Implementing data security measures
    • Managing risk and compliance
    • Responding to data breaches
    • Improved organizational trust
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    Receive Career Support and Develop wider skills

    Benefit from LinkedIn profile reviews, networking, and interview opportunities. Monthly newsletters and events provide additional skill development, covering communication, problem-solving, emotional intelligence, and growth mindset.

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    Prerequisites

    Designed for beginners and professionals alike, this program suits those seeking to upskill in data protection.

    The tools a student needs are as follows:

    • A working laptop running Windows 10 or more, MacOS or any major distribution of Linux.
    • A working microphone and video camera.
    • A stable internet connection.
    • Chromebooks, tablets and phones are not conducive to undertaking the sessions.

    Curriculum

    Week 0: Induction

    Week 1: Foundations of Data Protection & Information Governance

    Week 2: Policies & Data Management

    Week 3: Records of Processing Activities

    Week 4: Training & Awareness

    Week 5: Information Requests

    Week 6: Data Breach Management

    Week 7: Risk Analysis & Reporting

    Week 8: Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs)

    Week 9: Auditing & Compliance Checks

    Week 10: Continuous Improvement

    Week 11: Applied Case Studies

    Week 12: Industry Tools & Frameworks

    Week 13: Capstone Project – Planning

    Week 14: Capstone Project – Delivery

    Week 15: Capstone Presentations

    Week 16: Career Development & Next Steps

    Outcomes

    • Completion certificate from Purple Beard Training.
    • Access to the alumni community.
    • Option to take an advanced certification exam.
    • Qualification for roles like Data Protection Officer, Privacy Consultant, and Compliance Analyst
    • Job search support for up to 6 months
    • Capstone project: Data Privacy Strategy

    Funding & Eligibility

    Unlike our competitors, we take pride in our tuition transparency and strive for affordability and equity in all our programmes.

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    £2,500

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    Pay a small deposit and spread the cost into monthly instalments.

    £276/month

    • 12 monthly installments of £276
    • £200 commitment fee
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