CDPO · Certified Data Protection Officer

After attending the training course, delegates sit an exam, and gain the “Certified Data Protection Officer” credential, which validates that you have the Legal and regulatory knowledge required of a key adviser and practical knowledge to advise organisations how to meet their obligations regarding GDPR compliance.

Learning Outcomes;

• Acquire a thorough understanding of the basic concepts and components of global Data Protection Regulation(s)
• Understand the link between the General Data Protection Regulation and ISO 27701
• Acquire a thorough understanding of the data protection by design requirements, particularly in relation to the protection of data
• Interpret the data protection requirements within the context of an organization
• Understand how to support an organization to plan, implement, manage, monitor and maintain ongoing compliance to the GDPR

Our approach 

• This training course is based on the practical application of best practices used in exercising the role of the DPO.
• Course modules include practical examples of the role of DPO.
• Delegates are encouraged to engage in discussions and exercises.
• A Case Study which brings the materials to life.

Course agenda  

• Day 1: Introduction to the GDPR Articles and Recitals 

• Day 2: The role of the DPO in the requirements of a GDPR compliance program 

• Day 3: The role of the DPO in business operations, monitoring and maintenance of the GDPR Compliance programme, plus the certification exam.

The Certified Data Protection Officer training course will help you acquire the skills to fulfil the role of Data Protection Officer (DPO), allowing you to help organizations understand and implement solutions that meet the compliance requirements of not only the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), but also a number of other regulatory requirements. For example, the course was updated in January 2026 to reflect the changes introduced by the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 and the upcoming EU AI Act. Although these regualtions are not yet fully implemented, it is important for DPO's to understand and prepare for them.

The course takes a practical look at Legal, Regulatory and Contractual requirements and advises on the mapping of risk mitigation strategies. In this way, delegates can master the role of the DPO and become competent to inform, advise, and monitor compliance with these requirements, as well as apply the acquired knowledge in practical terms.