Training & Certification
GDPR Certification for Law Firms
Designed specifically for solicitors and other employees working in law firms.
Why is this certification needed?
Due to the nature of work that solicitors undertake and the vast amount of special category information they handle on a daily basis, regulatory compliance is a necessity. However, not all training is created equal, and it is vital that the level of data protection training undertaken by those handling sensitive data is fit for purpose.
Our barrister-designed GDPR Certification course is a fast, effective way to ensure you are equipped to meet legally required compliance standards quickly and easily, and are able demonstrate this to clients.
Our GDPR Certification for Law Firms gives you everything you need to meet the ICO’s annual training requirements and demonstrate your ongoing commitment to compliance.
This Certification offers the following:
Select one of the options below to see the features of this Certification.
Training
- GDPR Training Module
- sector-specific
- accessible online 24/7
- simple and straight-forward language
- annually updated
- minimum 1 CPD hours
- certificate
- Real Life Examples
- Randomised Multiple-Choice Exam
Access to all materials for 12 months.
Business Support
- Live Monthly Support Events
- Assistance with Data Security Queries
- Client Care Manager
- In-house Awareness Events
Access to all materials for 12 months.
Business Advantage
- Marketing Badge
- Private Business Portal
- 100% Control for the Client
- Automated Progress Reports
- Automatic Reminders
- Limited Admin Required
Access to all materials for 12 months.
Who is this Certification designed for?
Solicitors and law firm employees who:
- Handle large volumes of sensitive personal data.
- May have an increased responsibility and risk under the legislation.
- Want a fast, effective way to meet legislative and regulatory standards.
- Want to remain or become competitive within their specialist area.
- Wish to ensure robust regulatory compliance to avoid fines.
- Are keen to protect the professional reputation of their firm.
The benefits of achieving this Certification are:
- Protection of your professional reputation – for yourself and your law firm.
- Mitigation against ICO fines and disciplinary action by your regulator.
- Reduced exposure to data breaches or cyber attacks.
- Ensuring current and future clients that their personal data is protected.
- Continued work from government bodies and other supplies who require a high-level of compliance.
- Ability to meet your compliance requirmeents, quickly and effectively.
Frequently Asked Questions.
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What's included in this Certification?
- Data protection module specifically tailored for employees of law firms.
- Specialist GDPR exam and certificate of completion
- Trained Professional Certification badge (if pass mark is achieved)
- 12 months access with flexible, technology-led learning
- Access to monthly GDPR training & support clinics
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What topics does the data security training module cover?
- The logic behind data protection legislation
- Introduction to and history of GDPR
- Key definitions under UK GDPR
- Definitions of the UK GDPR principles and their practical use
- The rights of data subjects
- Subject access requests
- The ICO and its powers
- Data breaches and how to handle them
- Risks of a data breach
- Sample crisis situations
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Does this Certification meet ICO training requirements?
Yes. The Certification course provides appropriate training for solicitors or law firm employees handling a high level of personal data. It includes a test with a minimum pass mark and a Certificate of Achievement for all who achieve success.
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How long is my Certification valid for?
Your Certification will be valid for twelve months from the date of completion.
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