The Hidden Risk

Whenever you copy & paste, upload documents or even just chat freely to AI tools You are sharing data with a 3rd party. AI tools are transforming productivity in the workplace, but they also carry serious data security and compliance risks.

AI Data Security Essentials

Course Overview


Whenever you copy & paste, upload documents or even just chat freely to AI tools You are sharing data with a 3rd party. AI tools are transforming productivity in the workplace, but they also carry serious data security and compliance risks.

This course equips you and your team with the knowledge and tools to use AI safely, ethically, and legally. Whether you’re in HR, compliance, operations or simply using AI to work smarter, this training gives you a practical framework for secure use of AI in any workplace setting.

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

✅ Identify and mitigate common data risks when using AI tools

✅ Understand how AI systems handle, retain, and process your input

✅ Recognise the legal and ethical responsibilities (GDPR, AI Act, DPA 2018)

✅ Apply safe prompt techniques and redaction strategies

✅ Use a daily workflow to remain compliant with organisational policies

✅ Confidently demonstrate safe and informed AI usage in a professional setting



Testimonials -

"The need for this training came about after I discovered something alarming. A member of staff had uploaded a client document into ChatGPT to help rewrite it for an admin task. Days later, we realised that same information could be surfaced through a public AI query. It wasn’t malicious. They genuinely thought they were being efficient. But it could have been a serious data breach. That’s when it hit me: people across businesses are using AI tools without understanding the data risks. This course exists to fix that. It’s a practical, non-technical guide to help professionals use AI tools like ChatGPT, Copilot or Gemini safely, without putting clients, companies, or careers on the line." - Steve W. Digital Learning Manager - SSCG


Course Curriculum


  Introduction
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  Understanding AI & Data Risks
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  Compliance & Legal Requirements
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  Creating a Secure AI Culture in the Workplace
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  Everyday Best Practice
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Module 1 & 2


Course Intro – What you’ll learn, why AI data security matters in every role, and how this course helps you protect sensitive information from day one.


Intro to AI – Understand how AI works with data, where risks arise, and why data handling is different from traditional software.


Module 3 & 4


Common AI Data Risks – The most frequent causes of leaks and misuse, from oversharing in prompts to poor access controls—and how to stop them.


Safe Use of AI Tools – Work confidently with AI apps using privacy-first settings, safe prompting patterns, and guardrails that protect your organisation.


AI and Compliance – GDPR, privacy, and policy essentials for AI: lawful bases, DPIAs, DSRs, processor vs controller, and practical do’s & don’ts.


Module 5 & 6 + Downloads


Real World Case Studies - Short breakdowns of AI-related incidents: what went wrong, the impact, and the simple safeguards that would have prevented them.

Everyday Best Practice – Safe prompts, minimal-data habits, model settings, red-flag checks, and a daily checklist to keep you compliant and secure.

  • Secure Prompt Writing Guide PDF
  • Daily AI Data Security Checklist PDF
  • Redaction checklist PDF


Your instructor

Mike Chapman brings with him a robust background in the field of tech education and training, reinforced by a career dedicated to understanding and teaching the nuances of protecting information in an ever-evolving digital landscape. With a particular focus on the implications of artificial intelligence for data protection, Mike has developed a skill set that is both highly technical and strategically forward-looking. His experience stretches over several years of hands-on work combating cyber threats, which has granted him insight into the complexities of safeguarding sensitive information against increasingly sophisticated attacks.

As the architect and educator of the "AI Data Security (Essentials) Course," Mike is deeply committed to empowering students with the critical knowledge needed to navigate the challenges of AI in the realm of data protection. His teaching approach is rooted in real-world applications, blending theoretical concepts with practical exercises that reflect his passion for the subject. Mark's dedication to this field is not just about imparting knowledge; it's about cultivating a generation of professionals who are as passionate about data security as he is, ensuring a safer digital future for all.