GDPR CERTIFIED DATA PROTECTION OFFICER
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
Course Duration
05 Days / Self-Paced
Learning Method
eLearning
Delivery Language
English
Course Certification
ACCESS
Online / 24/7
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The PECB GDPR Certified Data Protection Officer eLearning training course is designed to develop the knowledge, skills, and competence required to perform the role of a Data Protection Officer (DPO) within a GDPR compliance programme.
The course provides an in-depth understanding of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the responsibilities of the DPO, data protection compliance requirements, and the practical measures organizations can implement to protect personal data.
After completing the training course, participants can take the corresponding PECB examination. Candidates who successfully pass the examination may apply for the applicable PECB Data Protection Officer credential, subject to meeting the relevant certification requirements.
As data protection becomes increasingly important, organizations must ensure that personal data is appropriately protected and that applicable regulatory requirements are effectively addressed. Failure to comply with data protection requirements can affect individuals' fundamental rights and freedoms and expose organizations to financial, reputational, and compliance risks.
The PECB Certified Data Protection Officer training course develops the knowledge and skills required to serve as a Data Protection Officer (DPO) and support organizations in meeting the requirements of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
Through practical exercises, participants develop the competence required to perform the DPO role, including informing and advising organizations, monitoring GDPR compliance, and cooperating with supervisory authorities.
After completing the training course, participants can take the examination and, upon successfully passing it, apply for the PECB Certified Data Protection Officer credential, subject to meeting the applicable certification requirements.
This training course is intended for:
- Managers or consultants seeking to prepare and support an organization in planning, implementing, and maintaining a GDPR compliance programme
- Data Protection Officers and individuals responsible for maintaining conformity with GDPR requirements
- Members of information security, incident management, and business continuity teams
- Technical and compliance experts preparing for a Data Protection Officer role
- Expert advisors involved in the security of personal data
By completing this training course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the concepts of the GDPR and interpret its requirements
- Understand the content and relationship between the GDPR and other regulatory frameworks and applicable standards, including ISO/IEC 27701 and ISO/IEC 29134
- Develop the competence required to perform the role and daily responsibilities of a Data Protection Officer within an organization
- Develop the ability to inform, advise, and monitor GDPR compliance and cooperate with supervisory authorities
The training course covers the following areas:
Section 1: Training course objectives and structure
Section 2: General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
Section 3: Core considerations for the GDPR
Section 4: Designation of the DPO
Section 5: Analysis of the GDPR compliance programme
Section 6: Relationship with top management
Section 7: Data protection policy
Section 8: Records of processing activities
Section 9: Risk management process
Section 10: Data protection impact assessment
Section 11: Documentation management
Section 12: Evaluation of data protection controls
Section 13: Data protection and technology
Section 14: Awareness, training, and communication
Section 15: Incident management and personal data breaches
Section 16: Monitoring and measuring compliance
Section 17: Data protection internal audit
Section 18: Treatment of nonconformities
Section 19: Continual improvement
Section 20: Closing of the training course
The GDPR Certified Data Protection Officer eLearning training course is delivered through the myPECB platform and becomes available after participants log in using their PECB account.
The eLearning experience combines video-based training delivered by experienced trainers with the regular course materials. Additional editable resources may also be provided, depending on the course, including case studies, exercises, and correction keys.
Quizzes are incorporated throughout the course to increase interaction with the training material and reinforce understanding.
The training course is available 24/7, allowing participants to study according to their own schedule. Both the training and examination can be completed online, with the examination taken through PECB Exams.
The PECB Certified Data Protection Officer examination meets the requirements of the PECB Examination and Certification Program (ECP) and covers the following competency domains:
Domain 1: Data protection concepts, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and compliance measures
Domain 2: Roles and responsibilities of accountable parties for GDPR compliance
Domain 3: Technical and organizational measures for data protection
Specific information regarding examination type, available languages, and other examination details is subject to PECB's current Examination Rules and Policies.
After successfully passing the examination, candidates may apply for one of the applicable PECB Data Protection Officer credentials. The certificate is issued once all requirements for the selected credential have been met.
PECB Certified Provisional Data Protection Officer
- Professional experience: None
- Data protection experience: None
- Other requirement: Signing the PECB Code of Ethics
PECB Certified Data Protection Officer
- Professional experience: 5 years, including 2 years of work experience in Data Protection
- Data protection activities: A total of 300 hours
- Other requirement: Signing the PECB Code of Ethics
Your enrolment includes:
- Official PECB GDPR Certified Data Protection Officer eLearning training
- Access through the myPECB platform
- Video-based training delivered by experienced trainers
- Official PECB training materials containing more than 450 pages
- Practical examples and learning activities
- Quizzes and knowledge checks
- Online PECB examination
- Examination and certification fees included in the training course price
- 35 CPD credits
- Eligibility to apply for the applicable PECB Data Protection Officer credential after passing the examination and satisfying the certification requirements
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