This course is ideal if you need to advance your knowledge and take the next step in your GDPR career by becoming a DPO. Under the GDPR, DPOs are required to have a level of expertise in national and European data protection law, as well as in-depth knowledge of the Regulation. They must also have a good understanding of how to build, implement and manage a data protection programme.
This self-paced online combination course gives you an introduction to the GDPR and equips you with the skills you need to meet the Regulation’s DPO requirements.
The Certified GDPR Foundation Self-Paced Online Training Course provides a comprehensive introduction to the GDPR, its implications and what it means for your organisation. It covers the six data processing principles, data subjects’ rights, securing personal data, reporting data breaches, and transferring personal data outside the UK.
Gain the knowledge and operational skills to fulfil the DPO role and understand how it fits with other departments in an organisation. The Certified Data Protection Officer (C-DPO) Accelerated Self-Paced Online Training Course uses practical examples and exercises to teach you how to monitor and maintain compliance with the GDPR.
Learn in easy, manageable bite-sized chunks, with short video modules.
Learn at a time, place and pace that suits you.
Comes with a learner guide to be read alongside the video modules and retained for future use.
Knowledge-check questions at the end of each module help you gauge what you’ve learned.
Developed by experienced privacy consultants and built on the foundations of our practical experience delivering data protection advice to organisations globally.
Taught by a real-world practitioner with extensive knowledge of implementing the requirements of the GDPR and maintaining compliance.
Staff who have been appointed DPO who require training to perform the role, or individuals who would like to become a DPO. Anyone with a basic knowledge of data protection regulation and practices who is looking to develop their career with a professional qualification:
Find out how the Certified GDPR Foundation and Data Protection Officer (C-DPO) Combination Training Course will help enhance your knowledge and start or boost your career.
These courses are essential components of the following learning path:
Please note that this course can be purchased with or without exams.
You’ll need a computer and a webcam for the duration of this course.
The self-paced online courses consist of modules of pre-recorded videos and exercises, which are available at any time for one year.
There are no prerequisites for taking the Certified GDPR Foundation Self-Paced Online Training Course.
You can only start the Certified Data Protection Officer (C-DPO) Self-Paced Online Training Course after first taking and passing the UK GDPR F exam.
We strongly recommend you purchase and read the following:
Candidates take the following exams set by the IBITGQ (International Board for IT Governance Qualifications) at the end of each course.
This course is equivalent to:
35
CPD points
Certified GDPR Foundation (UK GDPR F)
Certified Data Protection Officer (C-DPO Provisional)
To achieve the C-DPO Professional qualification awarded by the IBITGQ, you must provide evidence of at least 24 months of DPO work experience and 100 CPD learning hours.
All courses hold accreditations from IBITGQ (International Board for IT Governance Qualifications).
The Certified GDPR Foundation course is also accredited by and CIISec (The Chartered Institute of Information Security) and satisfies the CIISec Knowledge Areas requirements at Level 1: A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, B2 and C3.
As a premier personnel certification body, IBITGQ specialises in certifying individuals who demonstrate exceptional proficiency in IT governance practices.
IBITGQ maintains accreditation to the ISO/IEC 17024:2012 standard, a globally recognised benchmark for conformity assessment. Accreditation by the International Accreditation Service (IAS) further underscores the course's commitment to meeting stringent certification requirements.
ISO 17024 certification is esteemed within the industry and universally acknowledged by employers worldwide. By aligning with this standard, our course ensures that your qualifications are not only recognised but also highly valued by employers across diverse sectors.
Upon successful completion of the course, you have the opportunity to validate your professional expertise by registering your qualification on the esteemed IBITGQ/GASQ successful candidate register. This platform serves as a testament to your commitment to excellence in IT governance, setting you apart as a distinguished professional in the field.
Provisional exam results will be given immediately after completing the exam, confirmed results will be issued within 10 working days with your certificate to your email address.
Yes, if you are unsuccessful on the first attempt you can retake the exam for an additional fee. You can email us to schedule the retest for the exam.
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.
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Important information: Please read our examination guide before scheduling your exam.
All exams are delivered online using an automated proctor system managed by GASQ on behalf of IBITGQ (International Board for IT Governance Qualifications).
When you’re ready to take your exam, please log in to your My Account page, scroll down to the ‘Self-paced online training courses’ section and click the ‘Course completed’ button. A member of our team will be in touch to provide details of your exam booking procedure.
Exam candidates are required to have:
Please see our examination guide for exact specifications.
You are required to book your exam online at least 96 hours before the exam date.
Please be aware that you can reschedule your exam once (if needed) at least 48 hours before your booked exam date for no additional charge.