Data Privacy Awareness Course

In an age where personal and organizational data is increasingly valuable, understanding data privacy is essential. This Data Privacy Awareness course is designed to educate participants on how to handle data responsibly, ensure its protection, and navigate legal requirements. Whether you’re a student, hospital staff member, or part of a non-technical team, this course will provide valuable insights into the importance of data security, data rights, and the regulatory landscape. Participants will learn about data collection practices, maintaining data integrity, and the right to delete data, making them well-prepared to manage data privacy challenges.
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Learning Format

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Course Highlights

Importance of Data Security

  1. Understand the growing relevance of data security in protecting personal and organizational data.
  2. Learn how breaches of data privacy can impact individuals and institutions.

Data Collection Practices – Notice and Consent

  1. Explore the ethical and legal practices behind data collection, focusing on providing proper notice and obtaining informed consent.
  2. Learn how data is collected, shared, and used by companies and organizations.

Classification of Data

  1. Gain knowledge on different types of data, including personal, sensitive, and non-sensitive information.
  2. Understand how to classify data correctly to apply appropriate levels of security.

Sensitization on Keeping Data Correct

  1. Learn the importance of maintaining the accuracy of data and avoiding errors that could lead to misinformation or breaches.
  2. Understand methods to ensure data integrity throughout its lifecycle.

Right to Delete Data

  1. Understand individuals’ right to request the deletion of their personal data under privacy regulations.
  2. Learn the processes and requirements involved in ensuring data can be securely erased when requested.

Legal and Regulatory Requirements

  1. Familiarize yourself with the legal frameworks that govern data privacy, including national and international laws.
  2. Learn about key regulations such as GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) and their implications for data handling.

How This Course Will Benefit You

Protect Your Data

This course equips you with the knowledge to take control of your personal data. By understanding how data is collected, classified, and managed, you can make informed decisions about who has access to your data and how it’s used.

Empowerment Through Privacy Rights

Learn about your privacy rights, including the right to be informed and the right to request the deletion of your personal data. This empowers you to protect your privacy more effectively.

Contribute to a Safer Digital Environment

By understanding the importance of data accuracy and security, you will contribute to a safer and more trustworthy digital environment for yourself and others.

Flexible Schedule

Our Flexible Schedule offers you control over the course duration—finish in a day or spread it over three months. Fixed modules ensure structured learning, tailored entirely to your availability.

Batch Size: Up to 20 participants

Why Choose This Course?

The “Data Privacy Awareness” course equips participants to safeguard personal data, understand privacy rights, and maintain data integrity. This certification enhances your ability to protect sensitive information and contribute to a safer digital environment.

Course Curriculum

Course Modules

1 Exercises • 1 Learning Materials
  • Understanding the critical role of data security
  • Risks associated with data breaches
  • Protecting personal and sensitive information from unauthorized access
  • What notice and consent mean in data privacy
  • How companies collect, use, and share personal data
  • Importance of being informed and providing consent before data sharing
  • Learning the differences between personal, sensitive, and confidential data
  • Understanding the protection levels for each data type
  • Handling and safeguarding classified data responsibly
  • Importance of maintaining accurate and up-to-date data
  • Risks of using incorrect or outdated data
  • Best practices for ensuring data accuracy and reliability
  • Understanding the right to delete personal data
  • Legal frameworks protecting the right to be forgotten
  • How to request data deletion from companies and platforms
  • Assessment to ensure understanding of key data privacy concepts
  • Certification in Data Privacy Awareness for successful participants
  • Summary of major takeaways and actionable steps to protect personal data

Course Instructor

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Jyothi Ramaswamy

15 Courses • 5 Students
Jyothi Ramaswamy is a seasoned cybersecurity professional with over 25 years of experience at Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), including 15 years in information security and cybersecurity. She holds a BTech in Electronics, an MS in Software Systems, and certifications like CISM, CRISC, and CRISP. Jyothi specializes in security awareness programs and risk management.

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Who Should Enroll

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School / College Students

This course is tailored for students in schools and colleges, providing essential knowledge about data privacy rights and responsibilities. Learn how to protect your personal information online, understand the implications of sharing data, and develop safe digital habits to safeguard your privacy in the digital age.
02

Hospital Staff

Designed for hospital staff, this course focuses on the importance of data privacy in healthcare settings. Learn how to handle patient information securely, comply with legal requirements, and implement best practices to protect sensitive data while ensuring quality patient care.
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Non-Technical Staff in Colleges

This course is aimed at non-technical staff in colleges, providing an understanding of data privacy principles relevant to your roles. Gain insights into managing personal and institutional data securely, recognizing potential privacy risks, and fostering a culture of data protection within the educational environment.
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General Public

This course is designed for the general public, offering essential knowledge about data privacy and protection. Learn how to safeguard your personal information online, understand your rights regarding data usage, and adopt practical measures to enhance your privacy in an increasingly digital world.

Assessment & Certificate

Upon completion of the program and successfully passing the assessment, learners will receive a GCA certificate. The certificate will also indicate the number of hours, which can be used toward meeting Continuing Professional Education (CPE) requirements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

We have answered all common questions below that you might have about the course. For any further queries, Kindly contact at team@gcalearning.com

You will learn the essentials of data privacy, including the importance of data security, notice and consent practices, data classification and protection, and how to maintain accurate data. The course also covers privacy rights, including the right to delete personal data under the “right to be forgotten.”

This course is intended for the general public to manage and protect personal data in everyday life, students to understand data privacy and safeguard personal information in the digital world, faculty to gain insights into protecting both personal and student data in academic settings, and hospital staff to learn best practices for maintaining the privacy and security of sensitive patient data.

No prior knowledge is required. This course is designed to introduce participants to fundamental data privacy concepts and provide practical guidance on managing personal information.

Yes, participants will receive a GCA certificate upon successfully completing the course and passing the assessment. The certificate will also indicate the total hours completed, which can count toward Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits.

Registration can be completed through the official course website. For further details or assistance, contact the program coordinator via the provided email or phone number.

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