Data Protection Act

Section	Information
Course Name:	Data Protection Act
Course Code:	Data_Protection_Act
Course duration:	30 minutes
Course introduction:	This engaging course explains what the key differences are between the old data protection regime and the new one. It also explains why and how the law has changed and what the improvements are. The course also talks about why it is important to keep personal data secure, the improved rights for individuals and the consequences should you not keep personal data secure.
Course objectives:	This course will enable you to: Understand the principles and purpose of the Act Understand the key terminology associated with the Act Know what is classified as sensitive personal data Know how to process sensitive personal data Know the eight data protection principles Know how to ensure that personal data is securely kept Know what to do when giving out personal information over the phone Know the rights of data subjects Learn about ‘Subject Access Requests’ Learn what can happen if a data controller fails to respond to a request Know what to do if a request requires the disclosure of health information Understand the key difference between the Data Protection Act and the Freedom of Information Act

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