General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
GDPR: Privacy at Work
Understand GDPR responsibilities, secure personal data, and respect privacy rights in workplace environments.
Duration
38 Minutes
Modules
5
Languages
English
Certificate
Instant PDF
Why This Course Matters
Protecting privacy and ensuring compliance in a data-driven workplace
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is one of the world’s most comprehensive data privacy laws, protecting the personal information of EU citizens. Whether you handle employee records, customer data, or supplier details, compliance isn’t optional — it’s a legal requirement.
This course explains what GDPR is, who it applies to, and how it affects day-to-day work. By following correct practices for processing, storing, and protecting personal data, learners will safeguard individuals’ rights while avoiding costly legal consequences for their organisation.
About the Course
Through five concise video modules, this course combines legal guidance with practical advice for everyday data handling. Accessible on all devices, it allows learners to progress at their own pace and offers an instant certificate upon completion — ideal for compliance records and audits.
Ensure Your Workplace is GDPR Compliant
Equip your team with the knowledge to protect data, respect privacy rights, and meet legal obligations under GDPR.
What You’ll Learn
To make your learning experience as effective as possible, we’ve carefully structured each course into bite-sized modules. You’ll see a clear overview of every module, including its duration and the key topics it addresses, so you can easily navigate your safety training journey.
Module 1: What is GDPR?
⏱ Duration: 4 minutes 40 seconds- Origins, purpose, and scope of GDPR
- Key definitions and concepts
Module 2: Data Processing and Security
⏱ Duration: 7 minutes 59 seconds- Lawful bases for processing personal data
- Practical data protection and security measures
Module 3: Exemptions and the Right to…
⏱ Duration: 11 minutes 42 seconds- Data subject rights under GDPR
- Understanding lawful limitations and exemptions
Module 4: Codes of Conduct and Contracts
⏱ Duration: 8 minutes 42 seconds- Documenting compliance
- Contractual responsibilities and best practices
Module 5: Data Breaches and HR Records
⏱ Duration: 7 minutes 07 seconds- Steps to take when a breach occurs
- HR record-keeping and legal obligations
Assessment and Certification
Multi-choice questionnareAfter completing each module in a course, learners will be prompted to take a short quiz to verify understanding. Upon successful completion of all modules, participants will receive a PDF certificate, ideal for training records and workplace audits.
Who Should Attend?
Designed for Every Industry, Every Role
Managers & Team Leaders
Oversee operations involving personal data and ensure compliance.
HR Staff
Handle sensitive employee records while meeting privacy requirements.
All Employees Handling Data
Apply correct data processing and security measures in daily tasks.
Data Protection & IT Security Roles
Manage and protect organisational data systems in line with GDPR.
Testimonials
See what our customers are saying about us
The email reminders that help people remain compliant save valuable time for everyone. The support we have received has been second to none – truly impressive.
TATA Chemicals
As a company we have really benefitted from the compliance element of our user portal. The ability to quickly check if someone attending site is inducted and certified to complete the work is invaluable.
TATA Chemicals
We’d like to sincerely thank PowerPlus for their support throughout the creation of our Contractor Approval Process on our portal – it has been truly invaluable.
Lancashire Renewables
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