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

The latest syllabus (PDF)

Please note: This certification is being updated in accordance with legislative changes 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 of data protection within organizations.
  5. Interaction between Controller and Processor, and the role of third parties.
  6. Transfers of personal data to third countries or international organizations.
  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 covers the 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 convenience and is centrally invigilated by BCS). Upon successfully passing the exam (a multiple-choice format requiring a score of at least 65% to pass), participants will receive the accredited BCS Practitioner Certificate in Data Protection.

Requirements

It is advantageous to hold the BCS Foundation Certificate in Data Protection, although this is not a mandatory requirement.

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

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