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ONLINE DELIVERY OVERVIEW

Our online Privacy Principles course provides an introduction to privacy law in Australia, focusing on the Privacy Act 1988 and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs). Developed using information from the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC), the course is designed to equip participants with the knowledge to understand, implement, and manage privacy practices within their organisation.

Participants will explore the key concepts of the Privacy Act, including the difference between personal and sensitive information, the role of consent, and an overview of the 13 APPs. The course also covers practical strategies for handling personal and sensitive information, such as collection, use, disclosure, secure storage, and proper disposal. Additionally, it outlines the privacy responsibilities of individuals, organisations, and government agencies, including implementing governance frameworks, recognising data breaches, and responding appropriately under the Notifiable Data Breaches (NDB) scheme.

This flexible online format allows participants to progress at their own pace, making it ideal for busy professionals.

THIS COURSE IS IDEAL FOR

  • Small to medium-sized organisations and business owners.
  • Government and public sector employees
  • Office staff (HR professionals, IT personnel, Compliance Officers, Finance and Legal teams)
  • Healthcare and aged care workers.
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Detailed Information About this Course
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LEARNING OUTCOMES

This is a non-accredited training course. Students who complete this course will receive a Certificate of Completion. This certificate is issued by Pinnacle Safety and Training (RTO 40496).

ASSESSMENT INFORMATION

This course includes a series of knowledge check questions embedded throughout the content to reinforce learning and support understanding of key concepts. At the end of the course, participants will complete a final quiz designed to assess their retention of information and overall comprehension of privacy principles and obligations.

PREREQUISITES & ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Age requirements

Participants must be at least 15 years of age. Participants under the age of 18 must have consent from a parent or legal guardian to enrol and participate in this course. Consent will be obtained during the enrolment process, and a signed consent form must be submitted prior to the start of training. Refer to our FAQ for more information. 

Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital skills (LLND)

Participants are required to have at least a Year 10 level of numeracy, literacy and communication skills and be able to read and write in English. This course requires a basic level of computer literacy to navigate the online learning system and complete required activities.

RESOURCES

To complete this course, participants require:

  • A desktop or laptop computer, with:
  • Internet browser (Chrome recommended)
  • Reliable internet connection
  • Ability to play sound
  • PDF reader

Smartphones and tablets are not supported due to compatibility issues with some applications. Refer to our FAQ for more information.

COURSE WORKLOAD

This course is delivered online and is entirely self-paced, allowing you to complete the content in your own time and at your convenience, within the 3-month enrolment period. Participants need to ensure that they allow sufficient time in a quiet, focused study environment to fully absorb the content and complete the assessment tasks.