Privacy & Data Protection
GDPR – Certified Data Protection Officer
Learn to serve as a Data Protection Officer (DPO) — informing, advising and monitoring GDPR compliance, and working with the supervisory authority. Self-paced on myPECB, with 24/7 access.
Veloraa Training
COURSE INFORMATION
Your Learning, at a Glance
- Price
- 799 USD
899 USD - Category
- Privacy & Data Protection
- Duration
- Self-paced; suggested pace: 4–6 weeks at 6–8 hours per week
- Format
- Self-paced online eLearning via myPECB
- Certification
- PECB Certified GDPR – Certified Data Protection Officer (subject to passing the exam and meeting certification requirements)
Course Overview
The Credential for People Who Make GDPR Compliance Work Day to Day
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) sets the rules for how organisations collect, use and protect personal data. Getting it wrong harms people’s rights and an organisation’s credibility, reputation and finances.
As a DPO, you inform and advise the controller and processor, monitor compliance, and act as the contact point for the supervisory authority. Veloraa delivers the official PECB curriculum online, with practical exercises that build the competence the role demands.
Who Should Attend?
Anyone who will lead, run or advise on GDPR compliance
No prior GDPR certification or legal qualification needed.
Learning Objectives
By the end of the course you will be able to:
- Interpret the GDPR - Understand GDPR concepts and interpret its requirements.
- Connect the frameworks - Relate the GDPR to ISO/IEC 27701, ISO/IEC 29134 and other standards.
- Take on the DPO role - Perform the role and daily tasks of a data protection officer.
- Build the programme - Analyse compliance, set the policy and keep records of processing.
- Manage privacy risk - Run risk management and data protection impact assessments.
- Handle breaches - Manage incidents and personal data breaches.
- Monitor compliance - Inform, advise and monitor compliance, including internal audit.
- Work with regulators - Cooperate with the supervisory authority.
Curriculum
Lessons follow the life of a GDPR compliance programme, from appointing the DPO to continual improvement. Quizzes throughout.
GDPR and the DPO Role4 Lessons
- 1. Course Objectives and Structure
- 2. The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
- 3. Core Considerations for the GDPR
- 4. Designation of the DPO
You Will Be Able To Understand the regulation, its core considerations and how a DPO is designated
Planning the Compliance Programme5 Lessons
- 5. Analysis of the GDPR Compliance Programme
- 6. Relationship With Top Management
- 7. Data Protection Policy
- 8. Records of Processing Activities
- 9. Risk Management Process
You Will Be Able To Analyse compliance, engage top management and set the foundations
Running Data Protection6 Lessons
- 10. Data Protection Impact Assessment
- 11. Documentation Management
- 12. Evaluation of Data Protection Controls
- 13. Data Protection and Technology
- 14. Awareness, Training and Communication
- 15. Incident Management and Personal Data Breaches
You Will Be Able To Assess impact, manage documentation and controls, and handle breaches
Monitoring and Improvement5 Lessons
- 16. Monitoring and Measuring Compliance
- 17. Data Protection Internal Audit
- 18. Treatment of Nonconformities
- 19. Continual Improvement
- 20. Course Close and Exam Preparation
You Will Be Able To Measure compliance, audit, fix nonconformities and prepare for the exam
Downloadable Resources: 450+ pages of course notes with explanatory information and practical examples, in editable formats.
What’s Included
- 20 video lessons Expert-led, with quizzes
- 450+ pages of notes Explanatory information & practical examples
- Exam voucher [Confirm retake policy with PECB]
- Certification fee No extra cost once you pass
- 35 CPD credits Attestation of completion
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I Need a Legal Background?
No. The course explains the regulation in practical terms. Experience in data protection counts towards the full DPO credential.
How Long Do I Have to Finish?
You get [ACCESS PERIOD] of unlimited access and study at your own pace. You can take the exam whenever you are ready.
Is the Exam Online?
Yes. You book it through PECB Exams and take it remotely.
What If I Fail the Exam?
[RETAKE POLICY — confirm with PECB before publishing]
Provisional DPO or Full DPO Credential — Which Will I Get?
Anyone who passes can apply for Provisional DPO. The full credential needs five years’ experience, two in data protection, and 300 hours of data protection activities.
Can My Team Enrol Together?
Yes. Veloraa offers corporate and bespoke programmes. Use the enquiry form below for group pricing.
Exam & Certification
Your Path to Certification
The online exam covers three competency domains. Exam and certification fees are included in the course price.
- Complete the eLearning
20 lessons and quizzes · earn 35 CPD credits
- Pass the Exam
Book online at a time that suits you
- Apply for Your Credential
Choose the level that matches your experience
- Sign the Code of Ethics
Then receive your PECB certificate
- Maintain It
Annual maintenance and continuing education
Exam Domains
- Data protection concepts, the GDPR and compliance measures
- Roles and responsibilities of accountable parties for GDPR compliance
- Technical and organisational measures for data protection
Credential Levels
| Credential | Experience | Project Activities |
|---|---|---|
| Provisional Data Protection Officer | None | None |
| Data Protection Officer This Course | 5 yrs (2 in data protection) | 300 hours |
Both levels require passing the PECB Certified Data Protection Officer exam (or equivalent) and signing the PECB Code of Ethics.
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