Navigating State and International Privacy Regulations
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Navigating State and International Privacy Regulations
This course is part of IAPP CIPP/US Privacy Professional Certification Prep Specialization
Instructor: Wiley Skills Network
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What you'll learn
Analyze state-level privacy laws and their implementation.
Evaluate international privacy standards and regulations.
Apply knowledge of workplace and state privacy laws in global privacy scenarios.
Skills you'll gain
- Financial Regulations
- Data Collection
- Risk Management Framework
- Labor Compliance
- General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
- Regulatory Compliance
- Cybersecurity
- Data Import/Export
- Legal Risk
- Disabilities
- Regulation and Legal Compliance
- Data Management
- Personally Identifiable Information
- Law, Regulation, and Compliance
- Data Security
- Information Privacy
- Human Resource Policies
- Compliance Management
- Financial Data
- Risk Management
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May 2026
3 assignments
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In todayβs globalized world, understanding workplace and international privacy regulations is crucial for professionals navigating privacy concerns. This course focuses on workplace privacy laws, state-level privacy regulations, and international standards that shape privacy practices worldwide. It explores privacy policies, their significance in the workplace, and how they align with international frameworks.
Through this course, learners will gain practical knowledge to navigate workplace privacy issues, understand state privacy laws, and assess international regulations. By the end, learners will be able to apply privacy policies and practices in their professional environments and understand how state and international laws affect businesses. What sets this course apart is its blend of theory and real-world case studies. Learners will not only dive into the legal frameworks but also examine how these laws are implemented in various workplace scenarios, ensuring that learners can confidently manage privacy challenges. This course is ideal for professionals working in privacy management, HR, or legal departments, and those looking to expand their understanding of privacy regulations at both the state and international levels. A basic understanding of privacy principles is recommended but not mandatory. This course is part three of a three-course Specialization designed to provide a comprehensive learning pathway in this subject area. While it delivers standalone value and practical skills, learners seeking a more integrated and in-depth progression may benefit from completing the full Specialization From IAPP CIPP / US Certified Information Privacy Professional Study Guide Copyright @ 2021 by John Wiley & Sons, Inc. All rights reserved. Published by John Wiley & Sons, Inc., Hoboken, New Jersey. Published simultaneously in Canada and the United Kingdom. Used by arrangement with John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
In this section, we examine federal workplace privacy laws, focusing on data collection, employee rights, and compliance with regulations like the ADA and ECPA to ensure responsible data handling.
What's included
1 video8 readings1 assignment
1 videoβ’Total 1 minute
- Workplace Privacy - Overview Videoβ’1 minute
8 readingsβ’Total 80 minutes
- Introductionβ’10 minutes
- Civil Rights Act of 1964β’10 minutes
- Employee Background Screeningβ’10 minutes
- Drug and Alcohol Testingβ’10 minutes
- Technologiesβ’10 minutes
- Requirements under the ECPAβ’10 minutes
- Data Handling in Misconduct Investigationsβ’10 minutes
- Records Retentionβ’10 minutes
1 assignmentβ’Total 10 minutes
- Workplace Privacy Fundamentalsβ’10 minutes
In this section, we examine state privacy laws, their interaction with federal regulations, and key areas like data breach notification and financial data protection, emphasizing compliance and risk management strategies.
What's included
1 video8 readings1 assignment
1 videoβ’Total 1 minute
- State Privacy Laws - Overview Videoβ’1 minute
8 readingsβ’Total 80 minutes
- Introductionβ’10 minutes
- Data Securityβ’10 minutes
- California Electronic Communications and Privacy Act (2015)β’10 minutes
- California Privacy Rights Actβ’10 minutes
- New Jersey Personal Information and Privacy Protection Act (2017)β’10 minutes
- Data Breach Notification Lawsβ’10 minutes
- Key Differences Among States Todayβ’10 minutes
- Marketing Lawsβ’10 minutes
1 assignmentβ’Total 10 minutes
- State Privacy Laws Overviewβ’10 minutes
In this section, we examine cross-border data transfer strategies, GDPR compliance, and mechanisms for resolving multinational privacy conflicts to ensure legal and operational effectiveness.
What's included
1 video5 readings1 assignment
1 videoβ’Total 1 minute
- International Privacy Regulation - Overview Videoβ’1 minute
5 readingsβ’Total 50 minutes
- Introductionβ’10 minutes
- Boundaries of GDPRβ’10 minutes
- Adequacy Decisionsβ’10 minutes
- Other Approved Transfer Mechanismsβ’10 minutes
- Global Privacy Enforcement Networkβ’10 minutes
1 assignmentβ’Total 10 minutes
- Global Data Protection Complianceβ’10 minutes
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