Every call, text, or message you send to a customer can carry compliance risk, making a strong understanding of the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) essential. This course introduces key TCPA requirements and enables you to navigate customer communication in a compliant and responsible manner.

Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA)
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3 hours to complete
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What you'll learn
Explain the purpose of the TCPA and its role in protecting consumers from unwanted communications
Identify communication methods and scenarios where TCPA requirements apply
Apply compliant calling and messaging practices across customer service, sales, and marketing interactions
Evaluate communication scenarios against TCPA requirements, including consent, timing, and contact method
Skills you'll gain
- Regulatory Compliance
- Legal Risk
- Law, Regulation, and Compliance
- Telemarketing
- Telephone Skills
- Call Center Experience
- Informed Consent
- General Sales Practices
- Direct Marketing
- Telecommunications
- Regulatory Requirements
- Compliance Reporting
- Customer Communications Management
- Outbound Calls
- Risk Analysis
- Record Keeping
- Compliance Management
- Lead Generation
- Compliance Training
- Phone Sales
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May 2026
Assessments
9 assignments
Taught in English
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