EU GDPR Implementer & DPO Course

This GDPR Certification Course is an internationally-recognized online course for those wishing to implement and maintain a GDPR-compliant Personal Data Management System and/or to act as DPO - Data Protection Officer for their organization. The Course provides you with Knowledge of the Regulations together with their interpretation and application to enable you to check compliance with the Regulations with confidence.

 

Who should enroll in this GDPR Certification Course for Implementers and DPOs?

This GDPR Certification course is for you:

• If you wish to develop, implement and maintain an EU GDPR-compliant Personal Data Management System for your own organization or as an independent GDPR Adviser.
• If you wish to act as DPO – Data Protection Officer for your organization.
• If you are required to perform GDPR-compliance audits within your organization
• If you wish to improve your career prospects
• It is also recommended for management interested in GDPR Compliance

 

What will I learn from this GDPR Certification Course for Implementers and DPOs?

This comprehensive GDPR course covers all aspects of GDPR Compliance and is divided into two Modules…

 

• Module 0: Background and Introduction to EU GDPR - Gain a foundational understanding of the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), its objectives, scope, and impact on organizations handling personal data.
• Introduction to GDPR - Learn the origins, principles, and core requirements of the EU General Data Protection Regulation, including lawful processing and individual rights.
• GDPR Terms and Definitions - Understand key GDPR terminology such as “data controller,” “data processor,” “consent,” and “data subject rights.”
• EU GDPR Compliance Audit Checklist - Discover how to conduct GDPR compliance audits using structured checklists covering governance, accountability, and data protection measures.
• EU GDPR Compliance Requirements - Explore mandatory GDPR obligations, including privacy notices, data processing agreements, breach notification procedures, and cross-border data transfer rules.
• GDPR FAQs - Review common questions about GDPR compliance, enforcement, and maintaining lawful data management practices.
• GDPR Foundation Course Examination - Test your foundational understanding of GDPR principles, data protection obligations, and compliance auditing requirements.

 

• Module 2: EU GDPR Compliance

• The Role of the DPO – Data Protection Officer - Understand the responsibilities of the Data Protection Officer, including oversight, reporting, and ensuring organizational GDPR adherence.
• The Path to GDPR Compliance – Part 1: Initiation - Learn how to begin the compliance journey by assessing current data processing activities, mapping data flows, and identifying risks.
• The Path to GDPR Compliance – Part 2: Planning - Develop a compliance plan that includes gap analysis, stakeholder engagement, and implementation timelines.
• The Path to GDPR Compliance – Part 3: Implementation - Implement GDPR controls such as privacy by design, access control, consent management, and data breach response protocols.
• Special Circumstances Regarding GDPR - Examine special cases such as processing sensitive personal data, handling data of minors, and cross-border data transfers outside the EU.
• FAQs Regarding Maintaining GDPR Compliance - Review ongoing compliance practices, audit cycles, and continuous improvement measures to sustain data protection effectiveness.
• GDPR Implementer Certification Examination - Complete the final assessment to validate your practical understanding and readiness for GDPR implementation and compliance management.

 

What materials are included in this GDPR Certification Course for Implementers and DPOs?

This GDPR course comes with:

 

• EU GDPR Regulations 2016 (consolidated)
• EU Explanatory Note of processing of Personal Data
• EU GDPR Compliance Audit Checklist
• EU GDPR Readiness – 32 key issues
• EU GDPR Terms and Definitions
• Infographic: GDPR Compliance Roadmap
• GDPR Gap Analysis Tool
• GDPR Personal Data Asset Register
• GDPR Risk Assessment and Treatment Tool
• Infographic: Path to GDPR Compliance
• Procedures Template
• Relevant Skills for a DPO _ Data Protection Officer
• Sample Data Processing Agreement
• Sample GDPR Company Provacy Policy
• Sample GDPR Right to Erasure Form
• Sample Data Breach Procedute and Template (x 2)
• Data Protection Impact Assessment Template.

 

The Course provides the extra data protection expertise you need, including step-by-step instructions on implementing GDPR and detailed tuition on the role of the Data Protection Officers - DPO.The Course provides the extra data protection expertise you need, including step-by-step instructions on implementing GDPR and detailed tuition on the role of the Data Protection Officers - DPO.

 

How is this GDPR Certification Course for Implementers and DPOs delivered?

The GDPR certification course is delivered online from our Learning Management System (LMS), which is provided and maintained by Inquisiq, the Award-winning Learning Management System. All Lessons have a full resume and scaling capabilities. This means, for example, you can…

 

• Start a Lesson at work on your Work Station running on Windows 11,
• Continue the Lesson on the train home on your iPad running on iOS 15 and,
• Complete the Lesson at home on your Notebook PC running on Windows 10.

 

Are there any prequalifications to enroll in this GDPR Certification Course for Implementers and DPOs?

A minimum of a Secondary School Certificate (such as a GCSE (UK), Standard Grade (Scotland), High School Diploma, Baccalaureate or similar National Vocational Qualification) combined with 2 years’ work experience is recommended for this ISO 27001 Internal Auditor Program. You do not have to provide us with any evidence of your qualifications and experience. However, if you do not meet these requirements, you can expect to struggle with the program.