Identity Theft Awareness Certification
Most people are aware that identity theft is a major problem, but most of us do not fully appreciate how easy it is for criminals to steal someone’s personal details and use them to commit fraud.
In this course, you will gain a solid understanding of how identity theft happens, what you can do to prevent it and the exact steps you need to take if you know or suspect that someone has stolen your information.
You will learn:
- The difference between identity theft and identity fraud and why it can have serious, long-term effects for victims
- Practical ways to safeguard your identity and the extra precautions you should take when moving home
- Protective measures that will keep your personal information private and how technology can leave you vulnerable to identity theft
- What to do if someone has stolen your identity
- The most common means by which criminals commit identity theft
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Duration 0.5 hours
Modules 6
Certificate of completion
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Course FAQ
Who can take the Identity Theft Awareness Certification course?
There are no entry requirements to take the course.
What is the structure of the course?
The course has 5 modules and should take 30 minutes. Each module takes between 15 and 45 minutes on average to complete, although students can spend as much or as little time as they feel necessary on the modules.
Where / when can the course be studied?
The course can be studied at any time and from any internet-connected device.
Is there a test at the end of the course?
Once you have completed the course there is a multiple choice test. The questions will be on a range of topics found within the modules. The test, like the course, is online and can be taken at a time and location of your choosing.
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