Freedom of Information Act training

This Freedom of Information Act training will promote an understanding of how freedom of information works in practice. It will also enable trainees to gain skills necessary for analysing and managing freedom of information requests in accordance with the law.

Why choose online Freedom of Information Act training?

Investing in Freedom of Information Act training is crucial to successfully navigate the complex regulatory landscape.

Compliance with FOIA not only upholds any legal obligations but also safeguards sensitive information and ensures transparency and accountability.

This Freedom of information training equips employees with the knowledge and skills needed to successfully handle FOIA requests and mitigates risks of fines and reputational damage.

Stay compliant

This Freedom of Information training ensures your business remains compliant with UK regulations.

Protect sensitive information

FOIA training equips employees to handle sensitive information correctly and appropriately, reducing the risk of accidental disclosures and breaches of privacy rights.

Learn anywhere, at any time.

This engaging and interactive Freedom of Information Act training is available through our Access Mobile Learning app, making it accessible to remote and lone workers, at any time.

Content you can trust

Our online FOIA training is written by subject matter experts and is regularly updated so ensure you get the most up to date information. This training is CPD accredited.

Learning objectives

At the end of this Freedom of Information Act training, learners will be able to:

Recognise the purpose of and identify the key principles underpinning the Freedom of Information Acts
State who the Freedom of Information Act applies to
Explain the provisions for making and handling requests under the Freedom of Information Act
Identify the criteria, fees and timescales relating to freedom of information requests

Course content

The Freedom of Information Act - Learn what the Freedom of Information Act is, including its key principles and who is affected.
Requests for information - Discover the rules for making FOI requests, your duties and obligations and guidance on responding to FOI requests.
Improving the FOI process - This section will cover key indicators of a vexatious request, exemptions, sending a refusal note, the publication scheme and the internal review process.

How the course works

This Freedom of Information training course will benefit all members of staff who wish to gain an understanding of the legislation and is advisable for staff working in Marketing, Administration and Customer Services.

Freedom of Information Act training is delivered online as an interactive course to each trainee on their computers, or portable device at any internet enabled location. The interactive course is engaging, informative and exciting to use.

Using up-to-date, modern graphical images, users will be faced with a selection of interactive elements and mini quizzes to test their knowledge.

Users will receive informative advice and guidance and will be tested on their understanding of the subject at the end of the course by completing the compulsory self-test element.

This course also features a risk checklist which asks the user a series of questions relating to their current working environment.

Accredited eLearning

Why use Access Learning for Freedom of Information Act training?

Credible content – our courses are accredited, endorsed and designed in partnership with subject matter experts.
Multi-platform learning - optimised for mobile and tablet, meaning less text and more engaging, easily accessible content.
True ‘bitesize’ microlearning – making your learning experience more manageable, efficient and relevant.
Learning pathways - split courses up into digestible topics to make it quicker and easier to find training in the flow of work.
Accessible - we are working to make our content more accessible and are designing content with reference to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines.
Updated and refreshed – Access Learning courses are regularly updated ensuring the most up to date and compliant content.