# Freedom of Information and Privacy Acts Course (Self-Paced)

Canonical URL: <https://www.graduateschool.edu/courses/freedom-of-information-and-privacy-acts-course-self-paced>

## Overview

Learn how to respond to Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Privacy Act (PA) requests. Become skilled at the proper release of records to the public while safeguarding necessary information.

## What you'll learn

- Advise managers on which records can remain undisclosed.
- Respond fairly to the public's right to know.
- Keep personal information private.
- Keep proprietary corporate information private.
- Sanitize information to make records releasable.
- Know where to get advice on cases too close to call.
- Observe procedural requirements (tracking, denial letters, etc.).
- Determine when and how to charge fees for FOIA and PA records.

## Curriculum

**Module 1: The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)**

- Understand the purpose, scope, and applicability of FOIA in federal agencies.
- Learn the procedures for submitting and processing FOIA requests.
- Identify the nine FOIA exemptions and three exclusions, and when they apply.
- Review timelines, appeal processes, and agency responsibilities for compliance.

**Module 2: The Privacy Act**

- Understand the objectives and scope of the Privacy Act in protecting personal information.
- Identify requirements for collecting, maintaining, and disclosing records in federal systems.
- Learn about system of records notices (SORNs) and how they support compliance.
- Review exemptions, individual rights, and agency obligations under the Act.

## Pricing

**Tuition:** $1299