About this Course
The Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) has been a critical regulatory framework since its full implementation on July 1, 2020. Understanding and complying with this complex act is a daunting task that requires specialized knowledge and tailored solutions for your organization.
Our course, presented by technical expert Lettie Janse van Vuuren CA(SA), offers a comprehensive guide to becoming POPIA compliant. Structured into digestible modules, the course covers everything from basic compliance checklists to industry-specific requirements and practical applications.
Delivered through the SA Accounting Academy's online platform, this course allows you to maintain a work-life balance while enhancing your professional skills and ensuring your organization's compliance with POPIA.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the Fundamentals of POPIA: Gain a solid understanding of the Protection of Personal Information Act, its history, and its implications for businesses and organizations.
- Navigate Compliance Requirements: Master the use of compliance checklists and understand the steps required to become fully compliant with POPIA.
- Implement Data Protection Measures: Learn the best practices for protecting personal information, including data encryption, secure storage, and data recovery procedures.
- Customize Compliance for Specific Industries: Acquire the skills to adapt POPIA compliance measures to the unique needs of various sectors such as healthcare, education, and finance.
- Conduct Gap Analysis: Be proficient in performing a gap analysis to identify areas where your organization falls short of POPIA compliance and needs improvement.
- Develop and Update Policies: Understand how to create, review, and update POPIA compliance policies based on the findings from your gap analysis.
- Train Stakeholders: Learn how to train internal stakeholders on their roles and responsibilities in ensuring POPIA compliance.
- Manage Information Security: Understand the essentials of information security safeguards and how to implement them in your organization.
- Understand the Role of Information Officers: Gain insights into the responsibilities, obligations, and registration requirements of Information Officers and Deputy Information Officers under POPIA.
- Prepare for Audits: Equip yourself with the knowledge and tools to be well-prepared for a compliance audit by regulatory bodies.
- Solve Industry-Specific Challenges: Learn how to address and solve POPIA-related challenges that are unique to specific industries, including financial practices.
- Stay Updated: Keep abreast of the latest guidelines, updates, and best practices in POPIA compliance.
By achieving these objectives, you will be well-equipped to implement and monitor POPIA compliance measures effectively, thereby minimizing risks and ensuring that their organizations meet all legal obligations.
Delivery
The course is delivered through the SA Accounting Academy online learning platform. It is divided into 10 modules that are easily digestible. In this way you can maintain a work-life balance whilst studying and improving your professional skills.
Is this for you?
In this course, we aim to equip you with the knowledge of what you need to do to become POPIA compliant. We provide a POPIA Compliance Checklist to you free of charge and will address the most important aspects to consider during implementation.
Lecturer
Lettie Janse van Vuuren CA(SA)
Lettie is a Chartered Accountant, Registered Auditor, as well as an Assessor and Moderator. She joined SA Accounting Academy in November 2017 as Head of Technical. As a professional trainer and webinar host, she is able to hold the attention of an audience with her relaxed and humorous presentation style. She has a unique ability to communicate with delegates at their respective levels of knowledge and experience. Over the last 20 years, she has trained thousands of partners, managers, trainee accountants and other professionals. She is responsible for researching, compiling and presenting our MCLU (Monthly Compliance and Legislation Updates). She was the Professional Development Manager at SAICA for 4 years and in charge of accrediting new training offices and monitoring existing ones (including the moderation of training offices and trainee assessments).
Prerequisites / Admission Requirements
Anyone can attend this course. There are no minimum entry requirements.
Assessments
Your assessments will be in the form of exercises and activities that you will need to complete during the training.
Assessment and Certification
Successful completion (i.e. completion of all modules) of this course will lead learners to be awarded with a certificate of completion.
Curriculum
- Module 1: The Compliance Checklist
- Module 2: Considerations on the Remainder of Your Checklist
- Module 3: Protection and Recovery of Data
- Module 4: Specific Industry Focus
- Module 5: Recap Session
- Module 6: 8 Conditions of POPIA Part 1
- Module 7: 8 Conditions of POPIA Part 2
- Module 8: The Latest Guidance for Information Officers
- Module 9: How to Solve POPIA Challenges Facing Financial Practices
- Module 10: Final Readiness Check
For more information on what will be covered in the curriculum please download the prospectus.
About SA Accounting Academy
The SA Accounting Academy is an accredited private QCTO, SAICA - AT(SA) and ICB qualifications provider. We are committed to providing our students with the highest quality training and support, to ensure that your skills and knowledge are up to date and ready to face the challenges of the modern workplace. Qualifications and courses delivered are designed to ensure that you reach your professional goals and advance your career. With our experienced faculty, staff, and resources, you can be confident that you will receive the highest quality of training.
SAAA is a Level 2 B-BBEE contributor, with 125% procurement recognition. Training spend on certain solutions can be allocated against the Skills Development element of the B-BBEE Scorecard through accredited and nonaccredited training or claimed through SETA grants. In addition, 25% of your Skills Expenditure can be claimed on non-accredited training or courses.
Course Fees
The course fee is R 5 633.00 and consists of:
Educational Resources:
- Online Materials: Access a wealth of online resources, from e-books to webinars, enhancing your learning experience.
Learning Support:
- Formative Assessments: Reinforce your understanding with assessments on different topics.
- Learner Forum: Engage in meaningful peer-to-peer interactions through our dedicated learner forum. Share insights, ask questions, and collaborate on projects to enhance your learning experience.
- Continuous Support: Our dedicated team is always on standby to assist with any academic or administrative queries, ensuring a smooth learning process.
Flexibility and Convenience:
- Study Online: Complete your course and take your assessments online, giving you the freedom to learn from anywhere.
Payment Methods
Debit / Credit Card or Instant EFT
You can pay directly on our website for an easy, secure, and instant transaction. During promotional periods, customers can take advantage of additional savings. This is the fastest and most efficient option, saving both time and money.
EFT / Bank Deposit
You can make a payment directly into our bank account using your Online Banking App, Online Banking services, or by visiting your local bank branch.
Your Company / Employer
It may be beneficial for your company to invest in training for its staff members. As there are financial and tax advantages for doing so, please speak with your employer or Training / HR manager about the possibility of paying for this training.
Third Party
If you have someone who is willing to pay for your studies, such as a parent or relative, they can either log in and pay on our website or they can pay via any of the payment options above on your behalf.
Payment Options
Option 1: Once off payment
- R 5 633.00
Corporate Training Solutions
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Drawing inspiration from modern training methodologies, our corporate solutions are interactive, adaptable, and focused on real-world applications. We prioritize hands-on learning, ensuring your team can immediately apply their newfound knowledge in practical scenarios.
Interested in a bespoke corporate training experience? Reach out to us at corporate@accountingacademy.co.za or call 010 593 0466. Together, let's design a training program that elevates your team's capabilities and aligns with your organizational goals.
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