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BCS - The Chartered Institute for IT
 Duration 35 hours

Course Outline

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

The latest syllabus (PDF)

Please note: This certification is being updated to reflect legislative changes effective from 30 April 2021.

Changes to the syllabus (PDF)

Summary outline:

  1. The context of data protection legislation.
  2. Data protection principles and applicable terminology.
  3. Lawful bases for processing personal data.
  4. Governance and accountability of data protection within organisations.
  5. The interaction between Controllers and Processors, including 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 mechanisms, 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 is delivered by a NobleProg expert trainer who has been approved by BCS.

The fee covers the delivery of the full course syllabus by an approved BCS trainer, along with the BCS Practitioner Data Protection exam. The exam can be taken remotely at your own convenience and is centrally invigilated by BCS. Participants who successfully pass the exam (a multiple-choice format requiring a minimum score of 65%) will receive the accredited BCS Practitioner Certificate in Data Protection.

Requirements

While not mandatory, holding the BCS Foundation Certificate in Data Protection is highly recommended as a strong foundation for this course.

Candidates are strongly advised to attend an accredited training course. It is essential to be thoroughly familiar with the GDPR, the course syllabus, and any recommended reading materials outlined within the syllabus.

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  • Flexible Schedule: Dates and times adapted to your team's agenda.
  • Format: Online (live), In-company (at your offices), or Hybrid.
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