Course Outline
The syllabus outlines the training objectives, details of each module, and includes a recommended reading list:
Please note: This certification is currently undergoing refreshment to align with legislative updates in this field as of 30 April 2021.
View changes to the syllabus (PDF)
These updates will be applied to exams conducted with a training provider starting from 31 July 2021. Exams administered by Pearson Vue will reflect the updated syllabus from 1 September 2021.
Any legislative changes occurring between 1 May and 31 October 2021 will be incorporated into the new version, scheduled for release in January 2022.
Summary Course Outline:
- An Introduction to the History of Data Protection in the U.K.
- Principles of Data Protection and Applicable Terminology
- Lawful Bases for Processing Personal Data
- Governance and Accountability for Data Protection within Organizations
- Obligations of Controllers and Processors
- Transfers of Personal Data to Third Countries or International Organizations
- Data Subject Rights
- Independent Supervisory Authority (ICO)
- Breaches, Enforcement, and Liability
- Privacy and Electronic Communications (EC Directive) Regulations (PECR) 2003
NobleProg is an Accredited Training Provider for BCS.
This course will be delivered by an expert NobleProg trainer who is approved by BCS.
The price covers the delivery of the full course syllabus by an approved BCS trainer, as well as the BCS Foundation Data Protection exam (which can be taken remotely at your convenience and is centrally invigilated by BCS). Upon successfully passing the exam (multiple choice, requiring a minimum score of 65% to pass), participants will be awarded the accredited BCS Foundation Certificate in Data Protection.
Requirements
While not mandatory, prior knowledge of data protection law, along with a basic working understanding of IT systems and GDPR principles, will be beneficial for delegates.
Testimonials (3)
Really enjoyed the topics covered and the way that the trainer ran the session
Richard
Course - BCS Practitioner Certificate in Data Protection
1. The BCS test exam questions were often incoherent or not related to the syllabus - which appears to be a trait of BCS course and exams 2. the subject matter was taught reading powerpoint slides full of text - the BCS should be providing at least some diagrammatic content and other visual aids especially as many people learn in very different ways - more than just reading text.
john - UKHO
Course - BCS Practitioner Certificate in Information Assurance Architecture (CIAA)
The variety of the information shared and the clarity to explain terms in plain English.