The LICQual Level 1 Certificate in PCI-DSS Compliance for Business is an essential entry-level course designed to provide businesses with the foundational knowledge and skills needed to ensure compliance with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI-DSS).
This course is ideal for professionals seeking to understand the importance of safeguarding payment card data and mitigating the risks associated with handling sensitive financial information. Whether you’re a business owner, compliance officer, or IT specialist, this qualification will equip you with the tools necessary to protect customer data and meet global security standards.
In today’s digital economy, data breaches and cyber threats are becoming increasingly common, and PCI-DSS compliance is crucial for any business that processes, stores, or transmits payment card information. The LICQual Level 1 Certificate in PCI-DSS Compliance for Business introduces the core principles of PCI-DSS, focusing on the standard’s key requirements for securing payment data.
This course will cover the basics of PCI-DSS, including risk management, secure payment processing, and encryption methods, offering practical insights into compliance strategies.
Through this qualification, learners will gain an understanding of the compliance process and its significance in the global business landscape. You’ll learn how to assess risks, implement secure systems for handling payment card data, and create a compliance roadmap for your organization.
The course is structured to provide clear, actionable steps that businesses can apply immediately to ensure their practices align with PCI-DSS regulations, offering protection against data breaches and enhancing customer trust.
By completing this course, you’ll be prepared to navigate the complexities of PCI-DSS compliance, ensuring your business remains secure, efficient, and aligned with global standards.
Course Overview
Qualification Title
LICQual Level 1 Certificate in PCI-DSS Compliance for Business
Total Units
6
Total Credits
12
GLH
36
Qualification #
LICQ2200247
Qualification Specification
To enrol in the LICQual Level 1 Certificate in PCI-DSS Compliance for Business Course, candidates must meet the following entry requirements:
- Educational Requirements: There are no formal educational qualifications required for entry into the LICQual Level 1 Certificate in PCI-DSS Compliance for Business. However, basic literacy and numeracy skills are necessary to engage with the course materials and assessments effectively.
- Experience: This course is suitable for individuals with little to no prior experience in PCI-DSS compliance. It is designed for beginners or those starting their journey into payment card data security. However, experience in business operations, IT, or compliance roles is beneficial.
- English Language Proficiency: As the course is delivered in English, learners must have a sufficient level of English proficiency to understand the course content and engage in assessments. For non-native English speakers, an equivalent IELTS score of 5.5 or another recognized qualification is recommended.
- Age Requirement: Candidates must be at least 18 years of age at the time of enrolment.
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Qualification# |
Unit Title |
Credits |
GLH |
|---|---|---|---|
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LICQ2200247-1 |
Introduction to PCI-DSS and the Role of Compliance |
2 |
6 |
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LICQ2200247-2 |
Understanding Payment Card Transaction Flows |
2 |
6 |
|
LICQ2200247-3 |
PCI-DSS Core Requirements and Global Standards |
2 |
6 |
|
LICQ2200247-4 |
Identifying and Assessing Risks in Payment Systems |
2 |
6 |
|
LICQ2200247-5 |
Basic Data Protection and Encryption for Cardholder Data |
2 |
6 |
|
LICQ2200247-6 |
Developing Initial PCI-DSS Compliance Action Plans |
2 |
6 |
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
Introduction to PCI-DSS and the Role of Compliance
- Understand the purpose and importance of PCI-DSS in protecting payment card data and ensuring secure payment processing.
- Recognize the key role of compliance in maintaining business reputation, security, and legal standing in the payment card industry.
Understanding Payment Card Transaction Flows
- Identify and describe the flow of payment card transactions from initiation to completion, including the key stages and entities involved.
- Recognize the potential vulnerabilities within payment card transaction flows and their relevance to PCI-DSS compliance.
PCI-DSS Core Requirements and Global Standards
- Demonstrate knowledge of the core PCI-DSS requirements and how they align with global security standards for protecting cardholder data.
- Understand the various global standards and frameworks that influence PCI-DSS compliance, including the requirements for secure systems.
Identifying and Assessing Risks in Payment Systems
- Identify common risks and threats to payment systems, including vulnerabilities that could expose cardholder data.
- Conduct basic risk assessments to understand the impact of security threats on payment systems and how to address them.
Basic Data Protection and Encryption for Cardholder Data
- Explain the importance of data protection, encryption, and tokenization in securing payment card data.
- Demonstrate basic techniques for protecting sensitive cardholder data, including encryption and secure storage practices.
Developing Initial PCI-DSS Compliance Action Plans
- Develop a simple compliance action plan to begin the process of aligning business operations with PCI-DSS requirements.
- Recognize the steps needed for initial compliance, including documentation, risk assessments, and basic control implementation.
This diploma is ideal for:
- Individuals new to PCI-DSS compliance or looking to gain foundational knowledge in payment card data security.
- Business owners, managers, and compliance officers who are responsible for ensuring payment card data protection in their organizations.
- IT professionals and system administrators interested in understanding the core principles of PCI-DSS and how to secure payment systems.
- Individuals working in industries such as retail, e-commerce, and finance, where secure payment processing is critical.
- Anyone involved in handling, processing, or storing payment card data and looking to ensure compliance with Professionals seeking to develop a basic understanding of risk assessment and data protection for payment card systems.
- Employees in customer service, finance, or operations roles who need to be aware of PCI-DSS requirements to protect cardholder data.
Assessment and Verification
All units within this qualification are subject to internal assessment by the approved centre and external verification by LICQual. The qualification follows a criterion-referenced assessment approach, ensuring that learners meet all specified learning outcomes.
To achieve a ‘Pass’ in any unit, learners must provide valid, sufficient, and authentic evidence demonstrating their attainment of all learning outcomes and compliance with the prescribed assessment criteria. The Assessor is responsible for evaluating the evidence and determining whether the learner has successfully met the required standards.
Assessors must maintain a clear and comprehensive audit trail, documenting the basis for their assessment decisions to ensure transparency, consistency, and compliance with quality assurance requirements.