GDPR - Certified Data Protection Officer Training Course
The PECB Certified Data Protection Officer training course equips you with the essential knowledge and skills needed to effectively serve as a data protection officer in the implementation of GDPR compliance programs.
Why should you attend?
As data protection becomes increasingly important, organizations must ensure they safeguard this valuable information. Non-compliance with data protection regulations not only infringes on individuals' fundamental rights and freedoms but also poses significant risks to an organization's credibility, reputation, and financial stability. This is where the skills of a data protection officer are crucial.
The PECB Certified Data Protection Officer training course will provide you with the expertise to act as a Data Protection Officer (DPO), helping organizations meet the requirements of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
Through practical exercises, you will gain mastery over the DPO role and become competent in informing, advising, and monitoring GDPR compliance, as well as collaborating with supervisory authorities.
Upon completing the training course, you can take the exam. If you pass, you can apply for the “PECB Certified Data Protection Officer” credential. The internationally recognized “PECB Certified Data Protection Officer” certificate will demonstrate your professional capabilities and practical knowledge in advising controllers and processors on meeting their GDPR obligations.
Who should attend?
- Managers or consultants aiming to prepare and support an organization in planning, implementing, and maintaining a compliance program based on the GDPR
- DPOs and individuals responsible for ensuring conformance 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 focused on personal data security
Learning objectives
- Understand the principles of the GDPR and interpret its requirements
- Comprehend the content and interrelation between the General Data Protection Regulation and other regulatory frameworks and applicable standards, such as ISO/IEC 27701 and ISO/IEC 29134
- Acquire the competence to perform the role and daily tasks of a data protection officer within an organization
- Develop the ability to inform, advise, and monitor GDPR compliance and work with supervisory authorities
Educational approach
- This training course combines theoretical knowledge with best practices for fulfilling the DPO role.
- Lecture sessions are complemented by practical exercises based on a case study, including role-playing and discussions.
- Participants are encouraged to interact and engage in discussions and exercises.
- Practice exercises and quizzes mirror the certification exam format.
General Information
- Participants will receive comprehensive training course materials with over 450 pages of explanatory information and practical examples.
- An Attendance Record worth 31 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits will be issued to those who complete the training course.
Course Outline
Day 1:
- Introduction to the GDPR concepts and principles
Day 2:
- Designation of the DPO and analysis of the GDPR compliance program
Day 3:
- DPO operations
Day 4:
- Monitoring and continual improvement of GDPR compliance
Day 5:
Certification exam preparation
The “PECB Certified Data Protection Officer” exam complies with the PECB Examination and Certification Program (ECP) requirements. The exam 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 the GDPR compliance
- Domain 3: Technical and organizational measures for data protection
At the end of the course we will issue delegates with an exam voucher, which allows them to schedule an exam online on a date to suit using the PECB online exams app.
In case candidates fail the exam, they can retake the exam within 12 months following the initial exam for free. This applies only to the candidates who have attended the training course.
Requirements
Participants attending this training course are required to have a fundamental understanding of the GDPR and comprehensive knowledge of data protection requirements.
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