Free Level 2 Understanding Data Protection and Data Security Course. Study online, at your own pace, over 26 weeks. This free understanding data protection and data security course fits around your existing commitments. You do not need to travel to a centre. You will cover the principles of data protection law, how organisations handle personal data securely, and the responsibilities that come with handling information at work. The course is free for learners aged 16 to 18 years old. If you are 19 or over, fees may apply.
Who this course is for
UCS College Group offers a wide range of courses across its four colleges and also offsite.
Courses cover many areas and can be used for different purposes
such as furthering personal development and career opportunities.
They can also be for recreational purposes. For individual
course details please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected]
Entry requirements
Entry Requirements vary depending on the course, please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected] for details.
What you will learn
You'll understand the key principles of UK data protection law, including the UK GDPR.
You'll learn how organisations collect, store, and share personal data lawfully.
You'll identify the risks of data breaches and how to prevent them.
You'll understand your responsibilities when handling personal or sensitive information at work.
You'll learn how to respond correctly when a data protection issue arises.
You'll explore the rights individuals have over their own data.
How you will learn
You study entirely online, working through course materials at a pace that suits you. Assessment is through written assignments or knowledge-based tasks completed online. You submit your work digitally. There are no exams to sit in person. Contact University Centre Somerset at [email protected] to confirm the specific assessment format for this course before you start.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. University Centre Somerset will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Data entry administrator, handling personal records carefully and lawfully.
Office administrator, managing confidential information day to day.
HR assistant, supporting staff records and data compliance.
Customer service advisor, handling customer data in line with policy.
Records manager, organising and protecting organisational data.
Healthcare administrator, working with sensitive patient information.
Compliance support officer, helping teams meet data protection rules.
What you could study next
Level 3 Certificate in Data Protection: deepens your legal knowledge and is suited to roles with more responsibility for compliance.
Level 3 Award in Information Governance: useful if you work in health, social care, or the public sector.
Level 3 Business Administration Qualification: broadens your skills if you work in an office environment where data handling is part of a wider role.
