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GDPR – Certified Data Protection Officer

The PECB Certified Data Protection Officer training course enables you to acquire the necessary knowledge and skills and develop the competence to perform the role of the data protection officer in a GDPR compliance program implementation.

Why Should You Attend?

As data protection is becoming more and more valuable, the need for organizations to protect this data is also constantly increasing. Besides violating the fundamental rights and freedoms of persons, not complying with the data protection regulations can lead to risky situations that could harm an organization’s credibility, reputation, and financial status. This is where your skills as a data protection officer come into place. The PECB Certified Data Protection Officer training course will help you acquire the knowledge and skills to serve as a Data Protection Officer (DPO) so as to help organizations ensure compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) requirements. Based on practical exercises, you will be able to master the role of the DPO and become competent to inform, advise, and monitor compliance with the GDPR and cooperate with the supervisory authority. After attending the training course, you can sit for the exam, and if you successfully pass the exam, you can apply for the “PECB Certified Data Protection Officer” credential. The internationally recognized “PECB Certified Data Protection Officer” certificate will prove that you have the professional capabilities and practical knowledge to advise the controller and the processor on how to meet their obligations regarding GDPR compliance.

Who Should Attend?

• Managers or consultants seeking to prepare and support an organization in planning, implementing, and maintaining a compliance program based on the GDPR
• DPOs and individuals responsible for maintaining conformance with the GDPR requirements
• Members of information security, incident management, and business continuity teams
• Technical and compliance experts seeking to prepare for a data protection officer role
• Expert advisors involved in the security of personal data

Learning Objectives

• Understand the concepts of the GDPR and interpret its requirements
• Understand the content and the correlation 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 the data protection officer in an organization
• Develop the ability to inform, advise, and monitor compliance with the GDPR and cooperate with the supervisory authority

What is included in the PECB GDPR – Certified Data Protection Officer Course material

• This training course is based on both theory and best practices used in exercising the role of the DPO.
• Lecture sessions are illustrated with practical exercises based on a case study, which include role-playing and discussions.
• The participants are encouraged to communicate and engage in discussions and exercises.
• Practice exercises and quizzes are similar to the certification exam.

Prerequisites

Participants attending this training course are required to have a fundamental understanding of the GDPR and a comprehensive knowledge of data protection requirements.

Course agenda

• 1: Introduction to the GDPR concepts and principles

• 2: Designation of the DPO and analysis of the GDPR compliance program

• 3: DPO operations

• 4: Monitoring and continual improvement of GDPR compliance

• 5: Certification exam

General Information

• Participants will be provided with the training course material containing over 450 pages of explanatory information and practical examples.
• An Attendance Record worth 31 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits will be issued to participants who have attended the training course

• Please note that all PECB certification activities must be completed within 12 months from the date of enrollment by A&T. This includes (take the PECB exam (1st attempt), retake the exam (2nd attempt, if needed), apply for the PECB certificate, and be certified).

Download GDPR (CDPO) Candidate Handbook Download PECB Certified Data Protection Officer Brochure

1. What is the difference between Self Study, eLearning, and live online classes in terms of content delivery and interaction for PECB Courses?

All PECB E-learning has videos developed by PECB North America, trainers, along with PDF courseware, + 2 attempts at the PECB Exam. Not all courses are available in e-learning format. Please visit www.A&T.com to check availability. In all PECB Self Study Courses, enrolled by A&T, gives candidates PDF courseware + 2 attempts at the PECB Exam with 1 year validity. All PECB Live online courses have delivery of training using Zoom or MS Teams, in interactive sessions by PECB-approved trainers. Enrolled candidates also have PDF courseware + 2 attempts at the PECB Exam. A&T keeps all virtual live online training batches of small size ( 1 to 5 )  candidates, unless it is a private corporate batch.

2. Will the course material be provided as part of the program? If yes, could you specify whether it will be in digital or physical format?

All enrolled candidates will get access to the courseware from the PECB KATE app. Currently, PECB allows candidates to download PDF courseware. PECB reserves the right to change the delivery to a courseware format to only an online digital format, to avoid unauthorized distribution.

3. What are the timings for the PECB live online training sessions, and is there any flexibility in scheduling?

Yes, you can select your preferred dates and preferences of time zone. A&T offers multiple batches of PECB live online training in different time zones, worldwide.

4. What payment methods do you accept? Are Bank Transfer transactions supported?

We accept payments by credit card and bank transfers in multiple currencies worldwide. Read A&T PECB FAQs for more information.

1. What is the difference between Self Study, eLearning, and live online classes in terms of content delivery and interaction for PECB Courses?

All PECB E-learning has videos developed by PECB North America, trainers, along with PDF courseware, + 2 attempts at the PECB Exam. Not all courses are available in e-learning format. Please visit www.a&t.com to check availability. In all PECB Self Study Courses, enrolled by a&t, gives candidates PDF courseware + 2 attempts at PECB Exam with 1 year validity. All PECB Live online courses have delivery of training using Zoom or MS Teams, in interactive sessions by PECB-approved trainers. Enrolled candidates also have PDF courseware + 2 attempts at PECB Exam. a&t keeps all virtual live online training batches of small size ( 1 to 5 )  candidates, unless it is a private corporate batch.

2. Will the course material be provided as part of the program? If yes, could you specify whether it will be in digital or physical format?

All enrolled candidates will get access to the courseware from the PECB KATE app. Currently, PECB allows candidates to download PDF courseware. PECB reserves the right to change the delivery to a courseware format to only an online digital format, to avoid unauthorized distribution.

3. What are the timings for the PECB live online training sessions, and is there any flexibility in scheduling?

Yes, you can select your preferred dates and preferences of time zone. a&t offers multiple batches of PECB live online trainings in different time zones, worldwide.

4. What payment methods do you accept? Are Bank Transfer transactions supported?

We accept payments by credit card and bank transfers in multiple currencies worldwide. Read a&t PECB FAQs for more information. 1: Introduction to the GDPR concepts and principles 2: Designation of the DPO and analysis of the GDPR compliance program 3: DPO operations 4: Monitoring and continual improvement of GDPR compliance 5: Certification exam The “PECB Certified Data Protection Officer” exam complies with the PECB Examination and Certification Program (ECP) requirements. The exam covers the following competency domains: 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. For specific information about exam type, languages available, and other details, please visit the List of PECB Exams and the Examination Rules and Policies.

• 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

After successfully passing the exam, you can apply for the credential shown in the table below. You will receive the certificate once you comply with all the requirements related to the selected credential. For more information about the PECB Data Protection Officer certification scheme and the PECB certification process, please refer to the Certification Rules and Policies.

The requirements for PECB Data Protection Certifications are:

Credential	Exam	Professional experience	DPMS project experience	Other requirements
PECB Certified Provisional Data Protection Officer	PECB Certified Data Protection Officer Exam	None	None	Signing the PECB Code of Ethics
PECB Certified Data Protection Officer	PECB Certified Data Protection Officer Exam or equivalent	Five years: Two years of work experience in Data Protection	Data Protection activities: a total of 300 hours	Signing the PECB Code of Ethics

To be considered valid, these activities should follow best data protection practices and include the following:

Assisting in applying the GDPR requirements Monitoring a GDPR compliance program Providing advice on the data protection impact assessment Monitoring a data protection project with regard to the processing of personal data in alignment with the GDPR

• Certification and examination fees are included in the price of the training course
• Participants will be provided with the training course material containing over 450 pages of explanatory information and practical examples.
• An attestation of course completion worth 35 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits will be issued to participants who have attended the training course.

GDPR – Certified Data Protection Officer

The PECB Certified Data Protection Officer training course enables you to acquire the necessary knowledge and skills and develop the competence to perform the role of the data protection officer in a GDPR compliance program implementation.

Why Should You Attend?

As data protection is becoming more and more valuable, the need for organizations to protect this data is also constantly increasing. Besides violating the fundamental rights and freedoms of persons, not complying with the data protection regulations can lead to risky situations that could harm an organization’s credibility, reputation, and financial status. This is where your skills as a data protection officer come into place. The PECB Certified Data Protection Officer training course will help you acquire the knowledge and skills to serve as a Data Protection Officer (DPO) so as to help organizations ensure compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) requirements. Based on practical exercises, you will be able to master the role of the DPO and become competent to inform, advise, and monitor compliance with the GDPR and cooperate with the supervisory authority. After attending the training course, you can sit for the exam, and if you successfully pass the exam, you can apply for the “PECB Certified Data Protection Officer” credential. The internationally recognized “PECB Certified Data Protection Officer” certificate will prove that you have the professional capabilities and practical knowledge to advise the controller and the processor on how to meet their obligations regarding GDPR compliance.

Who Should Attend?

• Managers or consultants seeking to prepare and support an organization in planning, implementing, and maintaining a compliance program based on the GDPR
• DPOs and individuals responsible for maintaining conformance with the GDPR requirements
• Members of information security, incident management, and business continuity teams
• Technical and compliance experts seeking to prepare for a data protection officer role
• Expert advisors involved in the security of personal data

Learning Objectives

• Understand the concepts of the GDPR and interpret its requirements
• Understand the content and the correlation 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 the data protection officer in an organization
• Develop the ability to inform, advise, and monitor compliance with the GDPR and cooperate with the supervisory authority

What is included in the PECB GDPR – Certified Data Protection Officer Course material

• This training course is based on both theory and best practices used in exercising the role of the DPO.
• Lecture sessions are illustrated with practical exercises based on a case study, which include role-playing and discussions.
• The participants are encouraged to communicate and engage in discussions and exercises.
• Practice exercises and quizzes are similar to the certification exam.

Prerequisites

Participants attending this training course are required to have a fundamental understanding of the GDPR and a comprehensive knowledge of data protection requirements.

Course agenda

• 1: Introduction to the GDPR concepts and principles

• 2: Designation of the DPO and analysis of the GDPR compliance program

• 3: DPO operations

• 4: Monitoring and continual improvement of GDPR compliance

• 5: Certification exam

General Information

• Participants will be provided with the training course material containing over 450 pages of explanatory information and practical examples.
• An Attendance Record worth 31 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits will be issued to participants who have attended the training course

• Please note that all PECB certification activities must be completed within 12 months from the date of enrollment by A&T. This includes (take the PECB exam (1st attempt), retake the exam (2nd attempt, if needed), apply for the PECB certificate, and be certified).

Download GDPR (CDPO) Candidate Handbook Download PECB Certified Data Protection Officer Brochure

1. What is the difference between Self Study, eLearning, and live online classes in terms of content delivery and interaction for PECB Courses?

All PECB E-learning has videos developed by PECB North America, trainers, along with PDF courseware, + 2 attempts at the PECB Exam. Not all courses are available in e-learning format. Please visit www.A&T.com to check availability. In all PECB Self Study Courses, enrolled by A&T, gives candidates PDF courseware + 2 attempts at the PECB Exam with 1 year validity. All PECB Live online courses have delivery of training using Zoom or MS Teams, in interactive sessions by PECB-approved trainers. Enrolled candidates also have PDF courseware + 2 attempts at the PECB Exam. A&T keeps all virtual live online training batches of small size ( 1 to 5 )  candidates, unless it is a private corporate batch.

2. Will the course material be provided as part of the program? If yes, could you specify whether it will be in digital or physical format?

All enrolled candidates will get access to the courseware from the PECB KATE app. Currently, PECB allows candidates to download PDF courseware. PECB reserves the right to change the delivery to a courseware format to only an online digital format, to avoid unauthorized distribution.

3. What are the timings for the PECB live online training sessions, and is there any flexibility in scheduling?

Yes, you can select your preferred dates and preferences of time zone. A&T offers multiple batches of PECB live online training in different time zones, worldwide.

4. What payment methods do you accept? Are Bank Transfer transactions supported?

We accept payments by credit card and bank transfers in multiple currencies worldwide. Read A&T PECB FAQs for more information.

1. What is the difference between Self Study, eLearning, and live online classes in terms of content delivery and interaction for PECB Courses?

All PECB E-learning has videos developed by PECB North America, trainers, along with PDF courseware, + 2 attempts at the PECB Exam. Not all courses are available in e-learning format. Please visit www.a&t.com to check availability. In all PECB Self Study Courses, enrolled by a&t, gives candidates PDF courseware + 2 attempts at PECB Exam with 1 year validity. All PECB Live online courses have delivery of training using Zoom or MS Teams, in interactive sessions by PECB-approved trainers. Enrolled candidates also have PDF courseware + 2 attempts at PECB Exam. a&t keeps all virtual live online training batches of small size ( 1 to 5 )  candidates, unless it is a private corporate batch.

2. Will the course material be provided as part of the program? If yes, could you specify whether it will be in digital or physical format?

All enrolled candidates will get access to the courseware from the PECB KATE app. Currently, PECB allows candidates to download PDF courseware. PECB reserves the right to change the delivery to a courseware format to only an online digital format, to avoid unauthorized distribution.

3. What are the timings for the PECB live online training sessions, and is there any flexibility in scheduling?

Yes, you can select your preferred dates and preferences of time zone. a&t offers multiple batches of PECB live online trainings in different time zones, worldwide.

4. What payment methods do you accept? Are Bank Transfer transactions supported?

We accept payments by credit card and bank transfers in multiple currencies worldwide. Read a&t PECB FAQs for more information. 1: Introduction to the GDPR concepts and principles 2: Designation of the DPO and analysis of the GDPR compliance program 3: DPO operations 4: Monitoring and continual improvement of GDPR compliance 5: Certification exam The “PECB Certified Data Protection Officer” exam complies with the PECB Examination and Certification Program (ECP) requirements. The exam covers the following competency domains: 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. For specific information about exam type, languages available, and other details, please visit the List of PECB Exams and the Examination Rules and Policies.

• 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

After successfully passing the exam, you can apply for the credential shown in the table below. You will receive the certificate once you comply with all the requirements related to the selected credential. For more information about the PECB Data Protection Officer certification scheme and the PECB certification process, please refer to the Certification Rules and Policies.

The requirements for PECB Data Protection Certifications are:

Credential	Exam	Professional experience	DPMS project experience	Other requirements
PECB Certified Provisional Data Protection Officer	PECB Certified Data Protection Officer Exam	None	None	Signing the PECB Code of Ethics
PECB Certified Data Protection Officer	PECB Certified Data Protection Officer Exam or equivalent	Five years: Two years of work experience in Data Protection	Data Protection activities: a total of 300 hours	Signing the PECB Code of Ethics

To be considered valid, these activities should follow best data protection practices and include the following:

Assisting in applying the GDPR requirements Monitoring a GDPR compliance program Providing advice on the data protection impact assessment Monitoring a data protection project with regard to the processing of personal data in alignment with the GDPR

• Certification and examination fees are included in the price of the training course
• Participants will be provided with the training course material containing over 450 pages of explanatory information and practical examples.
• An attestation of course completion worth 35 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits will be issued to participants who have attended the training course.