Certified GDPR Foundation

The GDPR Foundation training enables delegates to understand how to define and implement a privacy compliance framework aligned to best practice. During this training course, you will be able to understand the fundamental privacy principles and become familiar with the role of the Data Protection team and the DPO.

At Foundational level, candidates prove they have understood the fundamental methodologies, requirements, best practice and management approach of a Privacy Compliance Framework.

Learning principles;

• Understand the General Data Protection Regulation requirements and the fundamental principles of privacy
• Understand the obligations, roles and responsibilities of the Data Protection Officer
• Understand the concepts, approaches, methods and techniques to effectively participate in the implementation process of a compliance framework with regard to the protection of personal data.

Educational approach;

Lecture sessions are illustrated with practical questions and examples

Practical exercises include examples and discussions

Practice tests are similar to the Certification Exam

Course Agenda

Day 1: Introduction to GDPR and Data Protection Principles

Day 2: The General Data Protection Regulation requirements and Certification Exam

There are no prerequisites for this course.

Refreshments & Lunch (Classroom courses only          

Course Slide Deck      

CPD Certificate                                                                

• Individuals involved in the processing of Personal Data and Information Security
• Individuals seeking to gain knowledge about the main privacy principles
• Individuals interested to pursue a career in Data Protection 

This course is Accredited by NACS and Administered by the IECB

Delegates sit a combined exam, consisting of in-course quizzes and exercises, as well as a final 40 question, multiple choice exam on Day 2 of the course. The overall passing score is 70%, to be achieved within the 60 minute time allowance.

Exam results are provided within 24 hours, with both a Certificate and a digital badge provided as proof of success.