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Course Outline

The course curriculum outlines specific training objectives, module descriptions, and a recommended reading list:

The current syllabus (PDF)

Note: This certification has been updated to align with relevant legislative changes effective as of April 30, 2021.

Summary of syllabus revisions (PDF)

Key topics include:

  1. The context of data protection legislation.
  2. Core principles of data protection and relevant terminology.
  3. Lawful bases for processing personal data.
  4. Governance and accountability frameworks for data protection within organizations.
  5. Responsibilities and interactions between Data Controllers, Data Processors, and third parties.
  6. Transfers of personal data to third countries or international organizations.
  7. Rights of the data subject.
  8. The role of the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) and other Independent Supervisory Authorities (ISAs).
  9. Data breaches, enforcement mechanisms, and liability.
  10. Processing of personal data concerning children.
  11. The Privacy and Electronic Communications (EC Directive) Regulations 2003 (PECR).

NobleProg is an Accredited Training Provider for BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT.

Instruction is provided by a BCS-approved NobleProg trainer with specialized expertise.

Tuition covers comprehensive instruction on the full syllabus by a BCS-approved trainer and admission to the BCS Practitioner Data Protection examination. The exam may be completed remotely at the participant’s convenience under central proctoring by BCS. Upon achieving a passing score of 65% or higher on the multiple-choice assessment, participants will receive the accredited BCS Practitioner Certificate in Data Protection for government and public sector applications as appropriate.

Requirements

Possession of the BCS Foundation Certificate in Data Protection is preferred; however, this requirement is not absolute.

Candidates are strongly advised to complete an accredited training program and demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the examination syllabus, and all supplementary materials specified therein. This preparation ensures that professionals serving for government entities maintain the highest standards of compliance and data stewardship.

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