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
- Lead Generation
- Call Center Experience
- Risk Analysis
- Record Keeping
- Outbound Calls
- Customer Communications Management
- Compliance Reporting
- Compliance Management
- Telecommunications
- Regulatory Requirements
- General Sales Practices
- Phone Sales
- Compliance Training
- Law, Regulation, and Compliance
- Telemarketing
- Telephone Skills
- Informed Consent
- Legal Risk
- Direct Marketing
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May 2026
Assessments
9 assignments
Taught in English
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