GDPR Certified Data Protection Officer eLearning Training Course (EN)

Master the knowledge and skills to serve as a Data Protection Officer (DPO) based on the requirements of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

€1290.00

Training : E-Learning - PECB GDPR Certified Data Protection Officer eLearning Training Course

Why this training?

As data protection is becoming more and more valuable, the need for organizations to protect these data is also constantly increasing. Besides violating the fundamental rights and freedoms of persons, not complying with the data protection regulations can lead to risky situations that could harm an organization’s credibility, reputation, and financial status. This is where your skills as a data protection officers come to place.

The PECB Certified Data Protection Officer training course will help you acquire the knowledge and skills to serve as a Data Protection Officer (DPO) so as to help organizations ensure compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) requirements.

Based on practical exercises, you will be able to master the role of the DPO and become competent to inform, advise, and monitor compliance with the GDPR and cooperate with the supervisory authority.

After attending the training course, you can sit for the exam, and if you successfully pass the exam, you can apply for the “PECB Certified Data Protection Officer” credential. The internationally recognized “PECB Certified Data Protection Officer” certificate will prove that you have the professional capabilities and practical knowledge to advise the controller and the processor on how to meet their obligations regarding the GDPR compliance.

Who is this training for?

This training is intended for:

  • Managers or consultants seeking to prepare and support an organization in planning, implementing, and maintaining a compliance program based on the GDPR 

  • DPOs and individuals responsible for maintaining conformance with the GDPR requirements 

  • Members of information security, incident management, and business continuity teams 

  • Technical and compliance experts seeking to prepare for a data protection officer role â Expert advisors involved in the security of personal data

Prerequisites

No advanced technical prerequisites are necessary, but a general knowledge of IT is recommended.

Educational objectives

Upon completion of the training, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the concepts of the GDPR and interpret its requirements

  • Understand the content and the correlation between the General Data Protection Regulation and other regulatory frameworks and applicable standards, such as ISO/IEC 27701 and ISO/IEC 29134

  • Acquire the competence to perform the role and daily tasks of the data protection officer in an organization 

  • Develop the ability to inform, advise, and monitor compliance with the GDPR and cooperate with the supervisory authority

Teaching Approach

  • Interactive training with a mix of theoretical lessons, concrete examples, case studies, and practical workshops

  • Use of real-life scenarios

  • Video courses: Included only for eLearning courses

Animation

  • Training led (in video) by cybersecurity experts with proven field experience.

The “PECB Certified Data Protection Officer” exam complies with the PECB Examination and Certification Program (ECP) requirements. The exam covers the following competency domains.

  • Domain 1: Data protection concepts, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and compliance measures

  • Domain 2: Roles and responsibilities of accountable parties for the GDPR compliance

  • Domain 3: Technical and organizational measures for data protection

English training course

  1. Exam Voucher: Included (valid for 12 months) + 2nd attempt 

    Official Training Certificate

    • Participants will receive an official certificate of attendance (useful for insurers and business partners).

    • Recognised by business partners and clients with a strong focus on cybersecurity.

  2. Exclusive Access to the THALENSIA Institute Community

    • FAQ & ongoing support for advice after the training.

      Regulatory updates (NIS2 alerts, GDPR, emerging cyber risks).

    • Breakfast & Networking: Connect with other executives facing similar challenges.

  3. Post-Training Follow-Up (for 3 months)

    • Ongoing support for 3 months, including reminders of key training messages.

  • Certification fees are included in the exam price.
    Participants will receive the course material, which contains over 450 pages of explanatory content, examples, best practices, exercises, and quizzes.

  • A Certificate of Completion for 31 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) units will be issued to participants who attend the training.

  • In the event of exam failure, candidates may retake it free of charge within 12 months of their first attempt.