ILR specification: 2021 to 2022

Contact preference type: Field

Definition

The type of restriction on the use of the learner record

Reason Required

To take into account learners' wishes about the use of their data. The data held in this field is used by the FE Choices.

Schema Definitions

XML Entity Name
ContPrefType
Field Length
3
Data type
RestrictedString
Minimum occurrences
1
Maximum occurrences
1

Collection Requirements

  • Collected for all learners

Attribute Codes

Code Title Definition
RUI Restricted use indicator

Restricted use indicator

PMC Preferred method of contact

Preferred method of contact

Notes

  • Information about restrictions on the use of the learner's record should be captured using the opt- in questions detailed in the ILR Privacy Notice.

  • You should make sure that all learners have seen the Privacy Notice which informs them about how their data will be used. The Privacy Notice can be found on the ILR homepage.

  • It is important that this field is returned in accordance with the learner's wishes and with their input. It should not be completed systematically by providers.