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Understanding Data Protection And Data Security NCFE Level 2 Certificate (Distance Learning)

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Overview

Understanding Data Protection & Data Security NCFE Level 2 Certificate (Distance Learning)

This qualification aims to develop your understanding of data protection legislation. It will enable you to recognise the threats to data security and will cover how to counter them.

All of the Level 2 courses are free. These courses last up to 16 weeks and you can start them at any point throughout the year, and complete them in your own free time.

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Course information

Need to know

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

n/a.

WHAT QUALIFICATION WILL I GAIN?

You can gain:

  • NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Data Protection And Data Security
HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?

Online written assignments.

Course content

What will I study?

The units you will study are:

  • Understand current data protection legislation, and how it is applied
  • Understand organisational procedures concerning data
  • Understand possible threats to ICT systems and data, and how to protect against them
  • Understand the consequences of not protecting data, and the impact of possible breaches

Next steps

There are several next steps that you can take. You can go on to study another Level 2 distance learning course or a Level 3 one.

Related courses include:

NCFE LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE IN UNDERSTANDING SAFEGUARDING AND PREVENT

NCFE LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE IN PRINCIPLES OF CYBER SECURITY

Alternatively, you could enrol on to our Access to Higher Education course or other further education courses (subject to entry requirements).

Additional information

Please note that an administration charge of £100 will be charged if learners do not complete the course within the allocated 16 weeks.

Any questions?

If you would like to find out more about this course, please email: distancelearning@bedford.ac.uk.

Available Courses
Distance Learning Generic BCG
Starts: Various
Type: Distance Learning
Length: 24 weeks
Day(s): Flex
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Disclaimer

Whilst every effort is made to ensure the information on the Website is correct, some details may be subject to change. The Bedford College Group reserves the right to make amendments to the courses, dates, fees or other details, and to make cancellations or changes if numbers are insufficient. In the unfortunate situation that we have to cancel a course we will refund your fees in full, but we regret we are not able to offer any refund if you withdraw from your course or fail to start, and you will be liable to pay any outstanding fees that may be due.

Additional Learning Support

If you have a specific learning difficulty or disability, are deaf or hearing impaired, our Additional Learning Support team are on hand to give you assistance whenever you need it. Email: ALSteam@bedford.ac.uk or call us on 01234 291333.

Financial Support

For information regarding financial support, please visit the Financial Support section to see the support you may be entitled to apply for.

Accessibility

We have access arrangements in place to help students with disabilities or any other particular needs. Call us on 01234 291000 or 01536 413123 for more information.

Any questions?

If you would like to find out more about this or other courses, please use our Livechat below, email info@bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk or call us on 0345 658 8990.