Course overview
The purpose of this qualification is to allow learners to demonstrate an understanding of data protection and data security. Students will gain an understanding of current data legislation, steps organisations might take to help protect data, how to protect their own data, how to protect ICT systems from common threats and will gain an understanding of the consequences of not protecting data and systems.
This qualification covers:
Understanding current data protection legislation
Understanding organisational procedures concerning data
Understanding threats to ICT systems and data
Understanding the consequences of not protecting data
Course information
Assessment involves completion of relevant work booklets or online units which are completed as distance learning and submitted to the college.
Upon completion of the course, students can apply for other distance learning programmes or where appropriate use their newly acquired knowledge in practice.
- You must be at least 19 years old.
- You must have lived within England for a minimum of three years and/or have residency status.
- The course is free, but a £120 withdrawal or non-completion fee applies if you do not complete your course.
To apply, click the ‘Apply Now’ button and fill in an online application form.
For any further enquiries, contact distancelearning@stockton.ac.uk
All learning materials will be provided to suit your requirements: fully online, fully paper-based or a combination of both.
