Course Outline

The syllabus includes training objectives, details of modules and a recommended reading list:

The latest syllabus (PDF)

Please note: This certification is being refreshed in line with legislative updates in this space as of 30 April 2021. 

Changes to the syllabus (PDF)

Summary outline:

  • Context of data protection legislation.
  • Principles of data protection and applicable terminology
  • Lawful basis for processing of personal data
  • Governance and accountability of data protection within organisations
  • Interaction between Controller and Processor, and role of third parties
  • Transfers of personal data to third countries or international organisations
  • Data Subject Rights
  • The role of the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) and Independent Supervisory Authorities (ISAs) 9. Breaches, enforcement and liability
  •  Processing of personal data in relation to children
  • Privacy and Electronic Communications (EC Directive) Regulations (PECR) 2003

NobleProg is a BCS Accredited Training Provider.

This course will be delivered by an expert NobleProg trainer approved by BCS.

The price includes delivery of the full course syllabus by an approved BCS trainer and the BCS Practioner Data Protection exam (which can be taken remotely in your own time and is invigilated centrally by BCS). Subject to successfully passing the exam (multiple choice, requiring a score of at least 65% to pass) participants will hold the accredited BCS Practitioner Certificate in Data Protection.

Requirements

It's ideal if you hold the BCS Foundation Certificate in Data Protection, though this is not mandatory.

We strongly recommended that candidates attend an accredited training course and are fully familiar with GDPR and the syllabus and any recommended reading outlined in the syllabus.

 35 Hours

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  • Customisation of the learning experience to achieve your goals -
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    • Practical hands-on exercises containing data / scenarios recognisable to the learners
  • Training scheduled on a date of your choice
  • Delivered online, onsite/classroom or hybrid by experts sharing real world experience

Private Group Prices RRP from €11400 online delivery, based on a group of 2 delegates, €3600 per additional delegate (excludes any certification / exam costs). We recommend a maximum group size of 12 for most learning events.

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