Security and privacy training is typically required every year after the initial training.

Core requirement

Most organizations and regulatory frameworks expect ongoing security and privacy training, not a one‑time class. In many common exam or quiz contexts, the correct answer to “After the initial training, how often must Security and Privacy Training be completed?” is “every year.”

Why it’s usually annual

  • Threats, regulations, and internal policies change frequently, so knowledge must be refreshed on a recurring basis.
  • Laws and frameworks often require training at hire and then at least annually, plus additional training after major policy or technology changes.

Best‑practice perspective

  • Many compliance programs treat annual training as the baseline, then add extra short refreshers or micro‑trainings during the year.
  • Some security experts recommend even more frequent touchpoints (for example, every 4–6 months) to keep employees’ awareness from fading.

Important caveat

The exact requirement for you can depend on your organization, industry, or law (for example, HIPAA, PCI‑DSS, GLBA, FISMA, or state data‑security rules). Always follow your organization’s official policy and any applicable regulatory guidance, even if it is stricter than “every year.”

TL;DR: After the initial training, plan on completing required security and privacy training at least once per year , or more often if your organization’s policy says so.