Act Now Training is delighted to announce the launch of the Information and Records Management Practitioner Certificate.  

Effective information and records management is vital for all organisations. It ensures compliance with legal requirements, enhances decision-making, mitigates risks, preserves institutional memory, supports accountability and facilitates efficiency.  

This new certificate programme meets the need of information management professionals to equip themselves with practical skills to navigate the full information and records lifecycle. The course is one of the outcomes of our work to develop a comprehensive IG skills and competency framework.  

Course Content and Format 

Our comprehensive course syllabus has been designed by leading records management specialists. By the end of the course, delegates will gain skills in, amongst other things, legal frameworks and terminology to data auditing, retention schedules, and digital preservation.  

Scott Sammons will be teaching the first course starting in November. Scott is a recognised expert on records management. He was previously the Chair of the Information and Records Management Society (2016-2020) and now leads the IRMS work on accreditation. Scott said: 

“Records management is essential good business practice as well as a key component of compliance with IG legislation such as GDPR and FOI. Using practical hands on teaching methods, I aim to inspire delegates to implement records management best practice in their workplace.” 

The course is structured over four days, approximately one day per  month, and can be undertaken online or in the classroom. Each day includes engaging discussions, exercises and case studies. Upon completion, delegates must submit a practical assessment within 30 days. Personal tutor support is provided, throughout the course, together with comprehensive training materials. 

Special Introductory Price 

Whether you are a records manager, Freedom of Information Officer or Data Protection Officer this practitioner level certificate will teach you the theory of records management alongside practical hands-on application. The first course starts in October with a special introductory price. Places are limited, so please book now  to avoid disappointment.