Can you tell your DPA from your GDPR? What about whether you are processing personal data? In this session, you will learn the basics of Data Protection law, as well as gaining practical advice to help your organisation.

Who is this session for?

This session is suitable for anyone who has an interest in, or responsibility for, dealing with or handling personal data in their organisation.

What are the session aims?

The session aims to give attendees a basic grounding in the Data Protection Act 2018, and practical guidance about processes your organisation should have in place.

How will this session be delivered?

This engaging three-hour session will be delivered via MS Teams.

What will I learn?

After the session, learners should be able to:

• describe the principles of the Data Protection Act 2018
• understand the legal basis for processing personal data
• understand how to deal with a Subject Access Request
• be able to create Data Protection Impact Assessments, Privacy Notices, and information sharing agreements.

Who will deliver this session?

This session will be delivered by Stewart Nicolson, an experienced trainer and Career Connect’s own data protection officer, with many years of experience.