Free Level 2 Understanding Data Protection and Data Security Course in Loughton. Classes run at Epping Forest Campus, part-time during the day. The course runs over 44 weeks, so you can fit study around other commitments. You'll cover how data protection law works, how organisations handle personal data, and how to keep data secure. This understanding data protection and data security qualification is open to adults aged 19 or over.
Who this course is for
19 plus
What you will learn
You'll learn the key principles of UK data protection law, including the UK GDPR.
You'll understand how organisations collect, store, and use personal data.
You'll identify the risks to data security and how to reduce them.
You'll explore the rights individuals have over their personal data.
You'll learn how to respond to a data breach and who to report it to.
You'll understand the responsibilities of staff and employers around data handling.
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based sessions at Epping Forest Campus. Learning is assessed through written assignments and knowledge-based tasks. There are no exams. You'll work through the course units at a manageable pace over 44 weeks, with support from your tutor throughout.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Epping Forest Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Data administrator, managing records and ensuring compliance with data rules.
Office administrator, handling personal data securely in day-to-day work.
HR assistant, supporting staff records and data protection processes.
Customer service advisor, handling customer data in line with legal requirements.
Records manager, overseeing how an organisation stores and destroys data.
Compliance support officer, helping teams follow data protection policies.
What you could study next
Level 3 Certificate in Data Protection, for a deeper understanding of compliance and legal obligations.
Level 3 Award in Information Assurance, covering broader information security principles.
Level 3 Business Administration Qualification, which builds on data handling skills in a wider office context.
These qualifications can support progression into compliance, records management, or data governance roles.
