Why Choose ILP for Training?

We are dedicated wholly to information management. However, we don’t just train in information management, we practice it as well. Put simply we “practice what we teach”. This means that the training you receive from us will be up to date and practical. We simplify and demystify complex subjects, helping your organisation achieve compliance.

All of our trainers are highly experienced and deliver practical, down to earth, cost effective training.
Please check with individual course details for CPD information.

All you need to do is decide if you come to us (Scheduled Training) or we come to you. (Bespoke Training)

Our Scheduled courses are held throughout the United Kingdom but are always centrally located, on major road or rail networks. Alternatively, we can deliver training programmes at your premises. Bespoke training can represent great value for money if you have a larger volume of staff with similar training requirements; it eliminates staff travelling expenses and reduces time away from the office. Please talk to us about bespoke training service.

Bespoke/In-house Training   Scheduled Training
You choose the course content, the venue and the date

Enrol on one of our Information Law courses

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Why choose bespoke training?

  • Staff travel and accommodation costs are eradicated.
  • Ideal for simultaneously training a larger volume of staff with similar training needs.
  • focussed training and materials specific to the unique needs of your organisation.
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  • Your costs and staff time away from the office can be dramatically reduced,
  • Your staff are provided with a valuable opportunity to share ideas/interact with each other.

Email us to talk about bespoke training:
training@theinformationlawpractice.com

or telephone us: 01386 793632

Why choose us for scheduled training?

  • All of our trainers are experts and practitioners. Unlike manyother training companies, our trainers don’t just train – they also practice what they teach.
  • We understand your sector and provide focussed training, specifically in the areas we know you find most difficult.
  • Our “No – nonsense” focussed training demystifies data protection and its related subjects.
  • Practical workshops and group problem solving sessions.
  • Clear and useful handouts to accompany your training.
What Training Do We Provide?

Our courses cover all aspects of information management and information law, from introductory courses right through to advanced updates: Click here for details of our courses.

We train in…

Data Protection
Freedom of Information
The Environmental Information Regulations
Handling Subject Access Requests
Records Management, including electronic records
Keeping your data and records secure
Web sites and e - marketing
The Re-Use of Public Sector Information Regulations 2005
Data Protection in the context of human resources and employment law
Data Protection and Freedom of Information for schools
The law relating to direct marketing – How to get it right
The Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000

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Who should attend our training courses?

Information and Data Protection Officers, Compliance Managers, In - house Solicitors or Counsel, Head Teachers; Records Managers; Human Resources Managers; Practice Managers.

Standard Courses

Here is a list of the major courses we provide. Simply, click on the course subject to find out more about the course content.


Data Protection

Data Protection Level 1 (Introductory) (ref. DP-01)
A one day course, ideal for those new to data protection [find out more] [link to PDF].

Data Protection Level 2 (Intermediate) (ref DP-02)
A one day course, ideal for those who need to build on their basic knowledge [find out more] [link to PDF].

Data Protection Level 3 (Advanced) (ref DP-03)
A one day course, ideal for those who need to update their knowledge [find out more] [link to PDF].

Data Protection for All (ref DP-04)
A half day briefing, ideal for induction of staff and high volume audiences; due diligence for organisations [find out more] [link to PDF].

Data Protection - Handling Subject Access (ref DP-05)
A one day course that will teach you everything you need to know on handling subject access requests under the Data Protection Act. By looking at practical examples we will explain how to handle a request competently and the relevant timescales and other rules; the complex legal exemptions that allow you to refuse a request or part of it; how to deal with third party personal data.

Data Protection – the difficult issues (ref DP-06)
A one day course dealing with the more challenging issues such as Exemptions; interface with Freedom of Information; vexatious and repeated requests [find out more] [ link to PDF].

Data Protection for Local Authorities (ref DP-07)
A one day course tailored to data protection practitioners within Local Authorities. Part seminar and part workshop, we examine the sort of queries you face day in day out, including those which cause most problems.

Data Protection and Freedom of Information for Maintained Schools (ref DP-08M)
A half day course aimed at Head teachers, Deputy Head teachers, Governors, Bursars and Data Protection Managers covering all the main issues facing maintained schools such as who can have access to pupil information and when you can refuse access; Fair Processing Notices; CCTV; photographs; the school website; Pupil fingerprinting and other biometrics; subject access; [find out more] [link to PDF].

Data Protection for Private Schools (ref DP-08P)
A half day course aimed at Head teachers, Deputy Head teachers, Governors, Bursars and Data Protection Managers covering all the main issues facing private schools such as who can have access to pupil information and when you can refuse access; Fair Processing Notices; CCTV; photographs; the school website; Pupil fingerprinting and other biometrics; subject access; marketing and promotion of the school.

Data Protection - Focus on Children’s Services (ref DPCS-01)
A one day course specifically focussing on Data Protection and related laws in Children’s Services. Ideally suited for local authority child care solicitors or social workers.

Data Protection for Good Business (ref DPB1)
 A one day course specifically for business. By attending this course you will understand exactly what your business’s legal obligations are and what could happen if the Act is breached. Data protection is good for business; compliance instils your clients with confidence, reduces customer complaints and stops you breaking the law.

  • How to recognise and deal with a Subject Access Request
  • Can my customers insist that I stop marketing them
  • What are the 8 principles under the Act?
  • What happens if I breach the Act?
  • The criminal offences under the Act
  • Am I a Data Controller?
  • Do I need to register with the Information Commissioner?
  • What rights do my clients have under the Act?
E – Commerce, Marketing

E – Commerce, Marketing and Data Protection (Ref ECOM-01)
A one day course to which will clearly explain how to ensure that your website and marketing (including postal and e-marketing) complies with data protection and its related laws. The course also covers the relevant aspects of The Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003 (PECA) and the Electronic Commerce (EC Directive) Regulations 2002.
Freedom of Information

Level 1 (Introduction) (ref FOI-01)
An overview of all the crucial requirements of the Act; Ideal for those new to Freedom of Information.

Level 2 (Intermediate) (ref FOIA-02)
Ideal for those with some experience of FOIA; Handling FOIA requests; The exemptions; Compliance with the Codes of Practice; Enforcement by the Information commissioner.

Level 3 (Advanced) (ref FOIA-03)
A one day course, suitable for those with some practical knowledge or experience in Freedom of Information. Here you can glean the latest guidance and case law, to ensure that the way you handle requests remains bang up to date; dealing with vexatious or repeated requests; understanding the more difficult exemptions; interface with data protection; charging regimes; FOIA requests in the context of third party litigation; FOIA requests for data relating to the deceased; interface with requests for access to social services or health records and other “Public Interest Immune” documents.

FOIA for All Staff (ref FOIA-04)
A half day briefing, ideal for induction of new employees and or and high volume audiences; due diligence for organisations.

FOIA – the difficult Issues (ref FOIA-05)
Understanding the trickiest exemptions; interface between Data Protection and Freedom of Information; Difficult and vexatious requests; the charging regime.
The Environmental Information Regulations

The Environmental Information Regulations (ref EIR 01)
The Environmental Information Regulations: The Works
Freedom of Information and the Environmental Information Regulations – Understand the Difference.
Re-Use of Public Sector Information Regulations

Re-Use of Public Sector Information Regulations 2005 (ref RPSI-01)
Re-Use of Public Sector Information Regulations 2005 – The Works.

Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000

Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000 (ref RIPA –01)
Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act – Total Compliance.

Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000 – SPOC Accredited Training Course* (ref RIPA –02)
Accredited training course for SPOC’s – delivered by accredited SPOC trainers on behalf of ILP.
Records Management

Records Management – Level 1 (Introductory) (Ref RM-01)
A one day course providing a comprehensive.
 
Records Management – Level 2 (Intermediate/Advanced) (Ref RM-02)
A one day course for those already familiar with the fundamentals of Records Management.
Information security
Information and Data Security (Ref IS-01 or IS-02)
A one day introductory course on information security delivered by a leading expert in security. Essential understanding for all those involved in records management and keeping your organisation’s information safe and secure. The follow up course ( Ref IS-02) builds upon the foundations laid in the introductory course.
How to Book

By Phone
01386 793632

By Post
Complete the booking form and post to

The Information Law Practice
Training Division
Mistletoe House
Rous Lench
Evesham
Worcestershire
England
WR11 4UW

By Fax            
Complete the booking form and fax to
01386 661111
   
Current Programme

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Name of Course: Data Protection and Freedom of Information for Schools  Course Reference: DPF/Bham
Date/Time: 07-03-2012 13:30  Location: Birmingham University
Cost: 135  CPD: n/a
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Our essential legal briefing on data protection and freedom of information , specifically for schools is coming to the Midlands. This session is ideal for newcomers to the subject and as a refresher for those who have been before. The law has moved on and is set to change again so come and join us to get prepared and update your knowledge. We look at the basic law of data protection and FOI, access to pupil records, the law on keeping data secure, pupil photography and CCTV and social networking. You will also learn the school\'s basic obligations under the Freedom of Information Act and how to handle a FOI request. The venue is Birmingham University which has its own rail station and free car park for our delegates.
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Name of Course: Data Protection and Freedom of Information for Birmingham Schools  Course Reference: DPF/Bham
Date/Time: 07-03-2012 13:30  Location: Birmingham University
Cost: 135  CPD: n/a
More Details...
Our essential legal briefing on data protection and freedom of information , specifically for schools is returning to Birmingham. This session is ideal for newcomers to the subject and as a refresher for those who have been before. The law has moved on and is set to change again so come and join us to get prepared and update your knowledge. We look at the basic law of data protection and FOI, access to pupil records, the law on keeping data secure, pupil photography and CCTV and social networking. You will also learn the school\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\'s basic obligations under the Freedom of Information Act and how to handle a FOI request. The venue is Birmingham University which has its own rail station and free car park for our delegates.
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