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Training EXIN Data Protection Officer (DPO)

Prepare to fully take on the role of Data Protection Officer. Advanced training to lead GDPR, structure data governance and engage with the supervisory authority and data subjects.

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Certification EXIN Data Protection Officer

Why take this training?

The Data Protection Officer (DPO) plays a strategic role at the heart of organisational compliance. As the driver of GDPR, the DPO advises, monitors, raises awareness and acts as the link with the supervisory authority.

The training EXIN Data Protection Officer prepares you to take on these responsibilities with rigor and perspective. It explores compliance governance, the operational tools of DPO and its positioning within the organization, making you a recognized and operational data protection stakeholder.

Learning objectives

Understand the role of the DPO

Master the missions, positioning and independence of the DPO within the organization.

Lead GDPR governance

Structure and drive compliance: processing register, policies and data protection culture.

Master DPIAs

Know how to conduct a impact assessment relating to data protection and manage personal data breaches.

Engage with stakeholders

Manage relations with the supervisory authority (CNIL) and respond to requests from data subjects.

Audience & prerequisites

This training is aimed at DPO current or future DPOs DPO, legal counsel, compliance managers, and anyone required to lead or contribute to GDPR compliance within an organization.

Prerequisite: a level equivalent to the EXIN Privacy & Data Protection Foundation certification is recommended in order to approach the advanced concepts with confidence.

Delivery methods

The training combines advanced input, case studies and realistic exercises representative of the daily work of a DPO. The focus is operational: building a register, conducting a DPIA, managing a breach, responding to a rights request. This practical approach directly prepares you to take the EXINcertification exam.

Program & modules

1

DPO role & positioning

Missions, designation, independence and place of the DPO within the organization.

2

Compliance governance

Organize and lead GDPR compliance: governance, policies and team awareness.

3

Processing register

Build and maintain the record of processing activities and make it usable.

4

Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA)

Identify high-risk processing operations and conduct a DPIA from end to end.

5

Breach management

Detect, qualify, document and notify personal data breaches.

6

Authority & data subjects relations

Interact with the supervisory authority (CNIL) and handle requests from data subjects.

Exam & certification

EXIN exam

The assessment EXIN validates your ability to perform the role of DPO and lead GDPRcertification exam.

DPO certification

Passing the exam awards the EXIN Data Protection Officer certification, recognized internationally.

A trusted partner

BCIT Formation, an EXINpartner, supports you through to certification.

Practical information & arrangements

All useful information before registering for the EXIN Data Protection Officer training course.

Objectives & targeted skills

  • Understand the role of DPO : missions, positioning and independence.
  • Lead GDPR governance: register, policies and data protection culture.
  • Conduct a impact assessment (DPIA) and manage personal data breaches.
  • Engage with the supervisory authority (CNIL) and data subjects.

Target audience

DPO current or future DPOs, legal counsel, compliance managers, as well as students and job seekers wishing to professionalize in the DPO role.

Prerequisites

A level equivalent to the EXIN Privacy & Data Protection Foundation certification is recommended to approach the advanced concepts with confidence.

Duration

21 hours, i.e. 3 training days.

Delivery methods

Training available in person and remotely (virtual classroom). Inter-company and intra-company sessions.

Price

On quotation (see details and sessions in the catalogue). Student rate: 50% off upon presentation of proof. Prices are net of VAT (training exempt, article 261-4-4°a of the French Tax Code).

Funding

OPCO, France Travail or self-funding. We support you in preparing your funding file.

Payment terms

30% deposit on registration, balance paid before the start of the training.

Access lead times

Vary depending on the training course: contact us. Registrations are possible all year round.

Teaching methods

Advanced input, case studies and realistic exercises (register, DPIA, managing a breach, responding to a rights request). Materials are provided to each learner.

Assessment methods

Continuous assessment through MCQs, case studies and realistic exercises, followed by the official EXIN exam validating the ability to perform the DPO role.

Certificate of completion & certification

Certificate of completion issued to each learner and, if the exam is passed, the EXIN Data Protection Officer certification recognized internationally.

Accessibility for people with disabilities

Our premises and teaching methods can be adapted. Contact us so we can review the necessary accommodations together. Disability contact : Corentin BARDIN, contact@bcit.fr / +33 6 46 80 05 85.

Results indicators

Overall satisfaction rate: 100%. Detailed satisfaction by training course is updated every 6 months and available in the training program (PDF).

↩ Withdrawal period

14 days for individuals (excluding immediate-access training already started); not applicable to professionals. See our Terms and Conditionscertification exam.

Go further: EXIN Data Protection Officer Career Path

Coming soon

We are preparing a complete path combining 3 EXIN certifications:

  1. EXIN Information Security Foundation
  2. EXIN Privacy & Data Protection Foundation
  3. EXIN Data Protection Officer (this training)

The goal: an end-to-end certified profile to strengthen your CV. Details of the path (content, pricing, arrangements) will be communicated at launch.

Be informed at launch →

Ready to perform the DPO role?

Let's discuss your professional project and find the right session together. We support you from registration through to obtaining your certification.