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Course Outline

The syllabus covers training objectives, module details, and a recommended reading list:

The latest syllabus (PDF)

Please note: This certification is being updated in line with legislative developments in this area as of 30 April 2021.

Changes to the syllabus (PDF)

Summary outline:

  1. Context of data protection legislation.
  2. Principles of data protection and applicable terminology.
  3. Lawful basis for processing personal data.
  4. Governance and accountability for data protection within organisations.
  5. Interaction between Controller and Processor, and the role of third parties.
  6. Transfers of personal data to third countries or international organisations.
  7. Data Subject Rights.
  8. The role of the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) and Independent Supervisory Authorities (ISAs).
  9. Breaches, enforcement, and liability.
  10. Processing of personal data in relation to children.
  11. 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 Practitioner Data Protection exam (which can be taken remotely at your own pace and is centrally invigilated by BCS). Upon successfully passing the exam (multiple choice, requiring a minimum score of 65%), participants will be awarded the accredited BCS Practitioner Certificate in Data Protection.

Requirements

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

We strongly recommend that candidates attend an accredited training course and are fully familiar with the GDPR, the syllabus content, and any recommended reading materials outlined therein.

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