This course is tailored for everyone working in a school setting, providing a comprehensive overview of Data Protection and its significance in the education sector.

Our goal is to equip you with a solid understanding of this topic, so by the end of this course, you’ll be able to:

1. Recognise how Data Protection relates to your daily tasks in your school.
2. Grasp the key terms, definitions and concepts of Data Protection.
3. Understand best practices to keep personal data secure and confidential.
4. Identify potential data breaches and learn the appropriate steps to take in case they occur.

1. What is Data Protection?
2. Mastering the key terms and definitions of Data Protection!
3. Local regulations – what are they, and why is it important?
4. What makes data personal – a school’s perspective!
5. The Lifecycle of Personal Data in a school.
6. Collection of Personal Data
7. Care of Personal Data.
8. Individual’s Autonomy over Personal Data.
9. The CIA Triad – Confidentiality, Integrity and Availability.
10. Classroom Confidential – how to keep data secure in the classroom!
11. The secure school office – how to keep data secure in the office!
12. Digital Data Protection – how to keep electronic data secure!
13. Incidents, data breaches and when to report!

1. Deepen your knowledge and skills in Data Protection and its applications in education.
2. Gain the skills and confidence to uphold individual rights and keep personal data safe.
3. Stay up-to-date with the latest best practices and trends in data protection.
4. Earn a certificate of completion to showcase your achievement and commitment to professional development.

1. Self-paced learning: Complete the course at your own pace and schedule.
2. Real-world examples: Explore real-world examples of Data Protection in education, and discover how to apply these concepts to your own teaching practice.
3. Interactive multimedia content: Engage with a variety of multimedia content, including videos, interactive exercises, and quizzes.
4. Accessible on any device: Learn on your desktop, laptop, tablet, or mobile device.
5. 12-month access: Once you’ve enrolled, you’ll have 12 months to access the course content and materials so that you can review and refresh your knowledge at any time.