Competency

GDPR Compliance: A Practical Approach to Data Protection

This competency delves into the principles of personal data processing and explores the rights of data subjects in detail. Learn about the crucial role of personal data processors in compliance and protecting privacy.

5 Trainers

About

Course Overview:

This course explores the European General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), offering participants a thorough understanding of personal data processing, data subject rights, and the roles of data controllers and processors. The course emphasizes the importance of GDPR compliance, guiding participants through legal frameworks, the necessary documentation, and the rights and obligations of data handlers.

What You'll Learn:

  • Personal data processing principles under GDPR
  •  The rights of data subjects and conditions for consent
  • The role of data controllers and processors in GDPR compliance
  •  Automated decision-making and the right to object
  • Managing records of processing activities and data protection officers

Who Should Take This Course?

This course is perfect for:

  • Data protection officers (DPOs) and privacy professionals
  •  Compliance officers and auditors
  •  IT and security professionals
  •  Legal professionals specializing in data privacy
  •  Business leaders and managers responsible for GDPR compliance

What You'll Get:

  • Certification of completion
  •  Comprehensive knowledge of GDPR and personal data protection
  •  Practical strategies for implementing GDPR in organizations
  •  Access to global privacy and data protection networks
  •  Hands-on experience with data subject rights and processing activities

 

Module 1

Personal Data Processing Principles

  • Introduction to Data Protection (16 mins)
  •  General Provisions of the GDPR (15 mins)
  •  Personal Data Processing (Part I) (13 mins)
  •  Personal Data Processing (Part II) (14 mins)
  •  Take the Practice Quiz

Module 2

Data Subject Rights (Part I)

  • Conditions for Consent (15 mins)
  •  Consent Considerations and Sensitivities (13 mins)
  •  Data Subject Rights (14 mins)
  •  Right to Access (16 mins)
  •  Take the Practice Quiz

Module 3

Data Subject Rights (Part II)

  • Restriction, Notification Obligations, and Right to Object (13 mins)
  •  Right to Object (15 mins)
  •  Automated Decision-making (14 mins)
  •  Data Controllers (15 mins)
  •  Take the Practice Quiz

Module 4

Personal Data Processor

  • Processing Activity Records (15 mins)
  •  Obligations of the Processor (13 mins)
  •  Data Protection Officer (16 mins)
  •  CISO vs. DPO (14 mins)
  •  Take the Practice Quiz

Specialization · 4 modules             

4 Modules

100% Positive Reviews (24 reviews)

104 Lessons (4h 15m)

3,011 Students

Languages Available: Spanish, English, German, French

Exam

Certificate upon completion of the course

Tags

GDPR Data Protection

Data Privacy

Privacy Laws

Data Subject Rights

Personal Data

Processing Consent Management

Information Security

Information Security Management

ISO/IEC 27001

About the Trainer

Peter Geelen

Cybersecurity Specialist and Certified Ethical Hacker

Peter Geelen is a professional with over 25 years in Information Security and Cybersecurity. As Executive Director at CyberMinute and owner at Quest for Security, Peter focuses on ISO/IEC 27001 and other ISO certifications. Peter has developed a strong focus on ISO/IEC 27001 and other ISO certification mechanisms in recent years. Peter is a certified and accredited Lead Auditor for ISMS, QMS, BCMS, and supply chain security. As a certified trainer, Peter shares his expertise through teaching, mentoring, workshops, and speaking engagements. Passionate about cybersecurity legislation and certification, Peter drives progress in data protection for products, services, and processes.

 

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