Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) Compliance

In this course, you will learn what is POPIA and why it has been introduced into law. You will also learn how it affects everyone within a business including yourself, as an employee/r.

Formative assessment

None.

Summative assessment

Informal assessment at the end of the course.

Course outline

During this course a learner will learn the following:

  • POPIA Introduction
  • What does POPIA mean
  • What is personal information
  • Does POPI apply to my business
  • What can happen if we do not comply?
  • What does the act require from my business?
  • The Information Officer’s responsibilities
  • What are IT’s responsibilities
  • What are my responsibilities

Course information

Study in your own time, at your own pace via our E-Learning offering. Selected NOSA Colleges also offer fully equipped computer and internet facilities so that you can start a career in health and safety. A free service accessible to registered students.
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Target Groups: IconTarget Groups:All employees
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Receive online training delivered through video conferencing learning.

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This course is delivered in-person at selected NOSA Colleges across the country. Benefit from an interactive, classroom-based experience guided by experienced facilitators.

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NQF Level: IconNQF Level:None
Prerequisites: IconPrerequisites:None
HUB Availability: IconHUB Availability:Online Computer HUBs available at NOSA College Centurion, Tyger Valley and Westville.
Target Groups: IconTarget Groups:All employees
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