Protecting Information e-learning

Free for those who work in UK government

This project stemmed from the final report of the Data Handling Review, published by the Cabinet Office in June 2008, which requires all civil servants with access to protected personal data are trained in information risk awareness.

Information is vital to all of us in our work and we are all responsible for protecting the information that we use. This e-learning will help you think about some of the situations you may face, and how you must take responsibility for using information safely.

The learning is split into two levels:

Level 1 is designed for all staff and will provide you with a comprehensive guide to why information is so important, the risks to its safety, and what you can do to protect it. It should take you about 1 hour 20 minutes to complete, including the assessment.

Level 2 is designed for those who have a specific responsibility for handling information, and is particularly aimed at Information Asset Owners and line managers, although it is also relevant for others such as those in policy, project and procurement roles. It will help you understand more about your role in ensuring that the information for which you are responsible is properly protected and used. This should take around an hour to complete including the assessment.

To register please select this link: https://protectinginfo.nationalschool.gov.uk/

If you have would like any further information or have problems accessing the modules please contact us at: virtualschoolpi@nationalschool.gsi.gov.uk