Qualification Number 603/4459/3

Minimum entry age 19

Guided Learning Hours 110

What does this qualification cover?

The qualification aims to:

The purpose of this qualification is to enable learners to demonstrate understanding of data security and protection. The qualification will help learners progress to a work role where data protection and data security knowledge is required.

Who is it suitable for?

This qualification is suitable for learners aged 19 and above.

What are the entry requirements?

There are no specific recommended prior learning requirements for this qualification.

How is this qualification structured?

The qualification is made up of four mandatory units:

• Unit 1 Understanding threats to ICT systems and data
• Unit 2 Understanding data protection legislation
• Unit 3 Understand the consequences of not protecting data
• Unit 4 Principles of organisational data procedures

How is it assessed?

This qualification is assessed via an internally assessed and externally verified portfolio of evidence.

Funding for our qualifications

This qualification is available fully funded under the Adult Skills Fund stream and is free to the candidate.