Iseb certificate in freedom of information - foundation

Course Summary
The BCS-ISEB Certificate is based upon all aspects of the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and the Freedom of Information Scottish Act (FOISA).
The developed course follows the latest ISEB syllabus and prepares delegates for the ISEB Certificate in Freedom of Information examination.
Audience
There is a need to provide adequate training on both Acts and their implications to public and private sector organisations, as well as to individuals.

Those experienced in Freedom of Information, as well as those new to the subject, need to be trained so that their organisations are assured compliance is continually addressed.

The ISEB Certificate in Freedom of Information provides a qualification that demonstrates confidence in those individuals with Freedom of Information responsibilities.
Aims and Objectives
The aim of this qualification is to promote an in-depth understanding of how Freedom of Information works in practice. The program places compliance in the context of good information and records management processes, rather than focusing on legal requirements,On attaining the Certificate, award holders will possess an appreciation of Freedom of Information in its widest context, as well as understanding the key differences between FOIA and FOISA. Delegates will be able to demonstrate with confidence links to associated legislation such as the Public Records Act, the Data Protection Act and Environmental Information Regulations. Award holders will also be able to develop practical procedures for the processing and monitoring of a request for information through to the application of exemptions to access and the public interest test.
Course Contents:

• Origins of the Acts
• 8 Duties of the Acts
• Who is affected by FOI?
  • Held Information
• Access
  • Process and Code of Practice
• Records Management
  • Process and Code of Practice
  • Electronic Records
  • Publication Scheme
• Environmental Information Regulations
  • Code of Practice
• Exemptions
  • [Including EIR exceptions]
  • Public Interest Test
• Enforcement
• Associated legislations
  • Re-use of Public Sector

This 5 day course is designed to engage with both interaction and involvement in mind, and is delivered using the following:·Presentations·Wordstorm
·Discussions·Debates·Tabletop Exercises·Question & Answer