Course Outline
Module 1 – Introduction to Data Privacy
• What is data privacy?
• Why data protection matters
• Understanding personal data
• Examples of personal and sensitive information
Module 2 – GDPR & Irish Data Protection
• Introduction to GDPR
• Data Protection Act 2018
• Key data protection principles
• Roles and responsibilities within an organisation
Module 3 – Handling Personal Data
• Collecting and using personal information
• Secure storage and access
• Sharing personal data safely
• Email and communication considerations
• Good data handling practices
Module 4 – Data Subject Rights
• Understanding individual rights
• Right to access personal data
• Right to correction and deletion
• Other key data subject rights
• Responding to data privacy requests
Module 5 – Data Security & Privacy Risks
• Common data privacy risks
• Passwords and access controls
• Working with devices and digital systems
• Remote working and data protection
• Preventing unauthorised access
Module 6 – Data Breaches
• What is a personal data breach?
• Common causes of data breaches
• Recognising potential breaches
• Reporting a breach
• Employee responsibilities following an incident
Module 7 – Privacy in the Workplace
• Practical workplace scenarios
• Managing confidential information
• Good privacy habits
• Common mistakes to avoid
• Building a culture of data protection
Final Assessment
• 20-question final assessment
• 70% pass requirement
• Certificate of Completion upon successful completion
Who the Course Is For
This course is suitable for:
• All employees and new starters
• Managers and supervisors
• HR and People teams
• Administrative and office staff
• Employees who handle personal or customer information
• Customer service and support teams
• Employees working remotely or using company IT systems
• Anyone who accesses, stores or shares personal data as part of their role
Course Outcome
On completion of the course, participants will be able to:
• Explain the basic principles of data privacy and GDPR
• Identify personal and special category data
• Understand the key principles of data protection
• Handle personal information securely in the workplace
• Recognise common data privacy and security risks
• Understand basic data subject rights
• Identify and report potential personal data breaches
• Apply good data protection practices in their day-to-day work
Certification
On successful completion, learners receive a:
Data Privacy Foundations – Certificate of Completion
