Certificate in Understanding Data Protection and Data Security Level 2

Want to know how organisations protect personal information and comply with legal requirements?

Our NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Data Protection and Data Security helps you develop core knowledge about data protection laws such as GDPR, organisational procedures, data threats, and the consequences of security breaches.

In our data-driven world, handling personal data responsibly is a must. This qualification is essential for anyone working with data, whether in business, health, administration, or digital roles - helping you build credibility and confidence.

What will you learn?

Course title: NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Data Protection and Data Security

Course ref: 603/3639/0

This qualification helps you:

• Explain the key principles of current data protection legislation and its relevance in the workplace
• Describe the steps organisations can take to help protect data and maintain compliance
• Gain an understanding of how to protect your own data in both personal and professional contexts
• Identify common threats to ICT systems and describe methods to protect against them
• Recognise the potential consequences of failing to protect data and systems
• Apply knowledge of data protection and data security to support your role in the workplace or progression into related employment

Your course is divided into manageable units:

• Unit 1: Understand Current Data Protection Legislation
• Unit 2: Understand Organisational Procedures Concerning Data
• Unit 3: Understand Threats to ICT Systems and Data
• Unit 4: Understand the Consequences of not Protecting Data

No exams required you’ll complete assessment activities that demonstrate your knowledge and skills.

Why learn with us?

• Flexible online learning – study anywhere, anytime, and fit learning around your lifestyle.
• Maximise learning & development budgets – employers can improve retention, morale, and CPD outcomes.
• 80% achievement rate – achieve a nationally recognised NCFE CACHE qualification.
• Dedicated tutor support – expert guidance every step of the way.
• Achieve in as little as 10 weeks - by committing 5–10 hours per week.

What our learners say

“It was a fantastic course and I would recommend it for anyone wanting to get in to cyber security.’’ Online Course Learner.

Where could this qualification lead?

Successful learners often progress to:

• Certificate in Principles of Business Admin Level 2
• Certificate in Principles of Team Leading Level 2
• Certificate in Principles of Customer Service Level 2
• Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship
• Level 3 Customer Service Apprenticeship

This course is also a great step toward careers in:

• Data Entry Clerk
• Administrative Assistant
• Customer Service Advisor
• IT Support Assistant
• Compliance Assistant
• Volunteer Roles (such as charities, volunteer admin assistant, reception volunteer or library volunteer)

Course Requirements

This course requires a basic level of English and Mathematics proficiency. By purchasing this course, you confirm that you meet these requirements.

Proof of Identification: Our operations team will contact you directly to request a copy of your identification for the purpose of registering you with the awarding body.