General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) training courses

GDPR training courses and qualifications

Get to grips with the GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) with our expert-developed training courses. Wherever your organisation is based, if you handle, store or process personal data of people in the EU or UK, you need to comply with the EU and/or UK GDPR. Make sure your organisation can pass a GDPR compliance audit and can withstand scrutiny following a data breach. Learn the right skills for your role and sector, and work towards professional DPO (data protection officer) status.

UK data protection law is currently being revised. We are following the progress of the Data Protection and Digital Information (No.2) Bill through parliament and will keep you updated on how it might affect your data processing obligations. Stay up to date.

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GDPR training

Get a grounding in the GDPR with Foundation and Practitioner-level training courses.

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DPO training

Take DPO training to gain specific skills and learn the universal principles of data protection.

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C-DPO (provisional)

Pass the C-DPO exam to receive Certified DPO (provisional) status until you have the qualifying CPD points and experience.

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Certified DPO

Attain fully certified status by submitting evidence of three years’ work experience in data privacy and 50 CPD points.

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Certified DPO Expert

Pass the DPO Expert exam and submitting further evidence of in-role experience and CPD points to gain this advanced status.

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Certified DPO Master

Reach the zenith of professional status as a DPO, recognising your skills and commitment to professional development (coming soon).

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Foundation and Practitioner training courses

Certified GDPR Foundation Training Course

This foundation-level GDPR course provides a complete introduction to the Regulation, and an overview of the implications and legal requirements for organisations, including responding to individuals (data subjects) exercising their rights, DPIAs (data protection impact assessments) and data breach reporting.

Duration: 1 day


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Certified GDPR Practitioner Training Course

This advanced-level course builds on the GDPR Foundation qualification to give you the knowledge and skills to build, implement and manage a GDPR compliance programme, and fulfil the DPO (data protection officer) role.

All participants must pass the GDPR Foundation the exam before attending this course.

Duration: 4 days


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Certified DPO training courses

Being the appointed DPO for your organisation is a considerable responsibility. When challenged by data breaches, DSARs (data subject access requests) or compliance audits, you will need to lead your organisation to respond quickly, and in accordance with the protocols set out in the GDPR. Prepare yourself, however large or small your organisation, and take the first steps on a fascinating professional pathway.

Our renowned instructor-led training courses are consistently 5-star-rated. Take them Live Online from anywhere (standard or accelerated) or work flexibly with self-paced learning.

Certified Data Protection Officer (C-DPO) Training Course

Gain the knowledge and skills to fulfil the DPO role under the GDPR with this four-day certificated training course.

All participants must pass the GDPR Foundation exam before attending this course.

Duration: 4 days


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Certified Data Protection Officer (C-DPO) Accelerated Training Course

This training course prepares individuals who have completed the certified GDPR Foundation and Practitioner training courses for the C-DPO exam.

All participants must pass the GDPR Foundation and GDPR Practitioner exams before attending this course.

Duration: 2 days


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Certified GDPR Foundation and Practitioner and Data Protection Officer (C-DPO) Accelerated Combination Training Course

This course is ideal if you are looking to advance your knowledge and take the next step in your GDPR career by becoming a DPO. This combination course will equip you with in-depth knowledge of the GDPR and the skills you need to meet the Regulation’s DPO requirements.

Duration: 7 days


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Certified GDPR Practitioner and Data Protection Officer (C-DPO) Accelerated Combination Training Course

This course is ideal if you’re looking to advance your knowledge and now want to take the next step in your GDPR career by becoming a DPO. This combination course will equip you with in-depth knowledge of the GDPR and the skills you need to meet the Regulation’s DPO requirements.

All participants must pass the GDPR Foundation exam before attending this course.

Duration: 6 days


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Focused data protection training courses and workshops for specialists and teams

We can also help you address your GDPR compliance gaps with training on the DPA 2018 and DPIAs.

Data Protection Act 2018 Training Course

The DPA 2018 complements the UK GDPR by filling in certain gaps, and sets out data processing regimes that fasl outside the GDPR’s scope. This one-day course will provide you with an overview of the differences between the GDPR and the DPA 2018 and how they work together.

Duration: 1 day


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Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA) Workshop

This one-day workshop covers when and how to conduct a DPIA under the GDPR. It uses a real-life case study to demonstrate best practices and methodologies, including the application of a DPIA tool to help assess and address privacy risks.

Duration: 1 day


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GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018 Staff Awareness E-learning Course

Comply with Article 39 of the GDPR and demonstrate that you’re continualy training your staff on their responsibilities with this course.

Simple and easy to use, this online course introduces the GDPR, explains how the Regulation relates to the DPA 2018 and covers the key compliance obligations for organisations.

Duration: 45 minutes


GDPR Challenge E-learning Game

Embed GDPR knowledge fast and effectively with this fun and interactive GDPR refresher game, covering five essential GDPR compliance areas.

Employees are challenged to solve typical GDPR questions across a range of business scenarios and industries. 

Duration: 10 minutes


Learn from anywhere with GDPR training online

Our delivery methods allow you to learn from anywhere and always get the full benefit of a classroom session. 

Thanks to our high-quality conferencing platform, you can now join a live, in-venue training course from the comfort of your home or office, or you can attend in-person and interact with learners from around the world. 

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Learn your way with our flexible delivery methods

We want you to learn, qualify and progress, and we are committed to providing learning options for all scenarios: deadline- driven, career- orientated, company-wide or interest- led.

Instructor-led public courses

Structured learning, with clear direction and guidance from expert practitioners:

  • Focused learning.
  • Delivered by expert practitioners.
  • Peer support.
  • In-the-moment insights.

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Self-paced online learning

Learn and absorb material in a way that works for you:

  • Study at your own pace.
  • Cost-effective.
  • Bite-sized learning.
  • Fits around you.

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Classroom venues

Take our instructor-led public courses in a training venue:

  • Network with attendees.
  • Focus without distractions.
  • Speak directly to trainers.
  • Lunch and refreshments included.

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Unique blended learning courses

The most effective learning method for professionals:

  • Work around lifestyle challenges.
  • A more manageable programme.
  • Tailored, mastery-based learning.
  • Better learning outcomes.

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In-house and corporate training

Learning as a team and building a culture of awareness:

  • Unique to you.
  • Peace of mind.
  • Improve teamwork.
  • Maximise your budget.

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Staff awareness elearning

The key facts in under 40 minutes:

  • Roll out courses to all staff.
  • Add role-specific courses.
  • SaaS or SCORM packages.
  • Rich reporting features.

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