Certified data protection officer

2 1/2 days intensive course ─ with certificate of Haufe Akademie

This course is held in German.
The new General Data Protection Regulation has been in force since May 2018. Companies appoint their Employees as:internal company data protection officers. In their role, they are therefore responsible for all legal data protection provisions in accordance with the new EU GDPR and the new German Federal Data Protection Act (BDSG-neu) and compliance with the applicable legal provisions. In the first part of our intensive course, you will receive an overview of the legal regulations. The second part is practically oriented and supports you in the organization and implementation of the new guidelines in your company. Six to eight weeks after the training , you will have the great opportunity to benefit from an online exchange of experiences and at the same time share your own knowledge and questions that have arisen with your instructor. You can gain valuable insights through the joint dialog and benefit from the different backgrounds of experience.
Module 1: Classroom seminar
2,5 days
Certified data protection officer
Certified data protection officer

The training provides comprehensive knowledge of legal data protection regulations, including the EU GDPR and national data protection law. Topics include data protection obligations, handling personal data, data privacy and data security, the role of the internal data protection officer and cooperation with relevant stakeholders. The role of the supervisory authorities is also covered. The training enables in-depth qualification as a certified data protection officer.

Module 2: E-examination
approx. 45 minutes
E-test
E-test

The e-exam consists of multiple-choice questions that you have 45 minutes to complete. You will find a link to your e-exam in your learning environment after the third day of the course, which will be active for one year. During this time, you can log in once to take the exam. After correction and successful completion, you will receive your certificate.

Module 3: Webinar
approx. 2 hours
Exchange of experience
Exchange of experience

Take advantage of the opportunity to exchange experiences, which takes place eight weeks after the training in class. Together with your instructor, you can share your experiences, gain new perspectives and discuss current issues in the field of data privacy . The exchange of experience offers you the opportunity to expand your professional network, benefit from the practical experience of others and discuss any questions you may have. Look forward to valuable insights and new ideas for your work as a data protection officer.

Contents

Legal regulations on data privacy

  • Applicability of the new EU GDPR.
  • Opening clauses, national data protection law.
  • New definitions of data protection terms.
  • New regulation of the principle of earmarking.
  • New legal bases.
  • Current decisions of the ECJ and national courts.

Data protection obligations

  • Legal basis for data processing.
  • Requirements for consent.
  • New information and disclosure obligations.
  • Introduction of a new right of objection.
  • Reporting obligations to the supervisory authority.
  • Obligation to notify the persons concerned.

Handling of personal data

  • Personnel file management.
  • Employee data and customer data.
  • Data minimization and deletion.
  • Use of personal data for advertising purposes.
  • Increase in fines to up to EUR 20,000,000 or 4% of annual turnover.

data privacy and data security

  • Technical and organizational security measures.
  • State of the art.
  • Computers and computer networks.
  • Cloud computing.
  • Social media.
  • Private use of the Internet and e-mail.
  • BYOD, COPE.
  • Mobile data carriers.

The:The internal data protection officer

  • Appointment and tasks.
  • Rights and obligations.
  • Cooperation with the HR department, works council and, if applicable, company lawyers.
  • Internal and external liability.
  • Requirement for the induction of new Employees.
  • Transfer and departure of Employees.

Role of the supervisory authorities

  • Europe-wide coordination, coherence.
  • Lead supervisory authority.
  • Measures taken by the supervisory authorities.

Overcoming internal hurdles and practical tips

 

 

Note on the e-test:

The e-exam is an online-based exam on your PC and lasts 45 minutes. You can take the exam in your familiar environment at a time of your choosing or directly after the event (own PC required). You will be notified immediately afterward whether you have passed or failed. As a graduate of the course and the e-exam, you will receive the certification of the Haufe Akademie .

Information on the classroom course:
The course lasts two and a half days and ends on the last day of the course at around 3 pm. 

Learning environment

In your online learning environment, you will find useful information, downloads and extra services for this qualification measure after you have registered.

Your benefit

  • You will receive a comprehensive overview of the EUdata privacy Datadata privacy and will be able to assume responsibility for the organization and implementation of the guidelines in the future.
  • There is an intensive professional exchange with participants from various sectors and the trainers .
  • Specific individual questions will be clarified and you may receive checklists as support for your daily practice.
  • The course consists of two and a half intensive days, including a written online exam after the last day. Upon successful completion of the online exam, you will receive confirmation as a "Certified data protection officer " for your company with certificate of Haufe Akademie .
  • Six to eight weeks after the training , there will be an online exchange of experiences with the participants of the seminar attended and the speaker, where you can discuss questions and practical cases from your day-to-day work that have arisen in the meantime.

 

Methods

Trainer input, case studies - best practice examples, exercises, discussion, exchange of experience, work aids, checklists.

Recommended for

Employees who want to take on the role of data protection officer and demonstrate their specialist knowledge, specialists and managers who are responsible for implementing and complying with data protection law.

Final examination

The final exam takes place in written form online. You will be provided with a link in your learning environment after the third day of the course. This link will remain active for one year. During this time, you can log in once to take the exam. The exam consists of multiple choice questions, which you have 45 minutes to complete. After correction and successful completion, you will receive your certificate.

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Module 1: training training
2,5 days
Certified data protection officer
Certified data protection officer

The training provides comprehensive knowledge of legal data protection regulations, including the EU GDPR and national data protection law. Topics include data protection obligations, handling personal data, data privacy and data security, the role of the internal data protection officer and cooperation with relevant stakeholders. The role of the supervisory authorities is also covered. The training enables in-depth qualification as a certified data protection officer.

Module 2: E-examination
approx. 45 minutes
E-test
E-test

The e-exam consists of multiple-choice questions that you have 45 minutes to complete. You will find a link to your e-exam in your learning environment after the third day of the course, which will be active for one year. During this time, you can log in once to take the exam. After correction and successful completion, you will receive your certificate.

Module 3: Webinar
approx. 2 hours
Exchange of experience
Exchange of experience

Take advantage of the opportunity to exchange experiences, which takes place eight weeks after the training in class. Together with your instructor, you can share your experiences, gain new perspectives and discuss current issues in the field of data privacy . The exchange of experience offers you the opportunity to expand your professional network, benefit from the practical experience of others and discuss any questions you may have. Look forward to valuable insights and new ideas for your work as a data protection officer.

Contents

Legal regulations on data privacy

  • Applicability of the new EU GDPR.
  • Opening clauses, national data protection law.
  • New definitions of data protection terms.
  • New regulation of the principle of earmarking.
  • New legal bases.
  • Current decisions of the ECJ and national courts.

Data protection obligations

  • Legal basis for data processing.
  • Requirements for consent.
  • New information and disclosure obligations.
  • Introduction of a new right of objection.
  • Reporting obligations to the supervisory authority.
  • Obligation to notify the persons concerned.

Handling of personal data

  • Personnel file management.
  • Employee data and customer data.
  • Data minimization and deletion.
  • Use of personal data for advertising purposes.
  • Increase in fines to up to EUR 20,000,000 or 4% of annual turnover.

data privacy and data security

  • Technical and organizational security measures.
  • State of the art.
  • Computers and computer networks.
  • Cloud computing.
  • Social media.
  • Private use of the Internet and e-mail.
  • BYOD, COPE.
  • Mobile data carriers.

The:The internal data protection officer

  • Appointment and tasks.
  • Rights and obligations.
  • Cooperation with the HR department, works council and, if applicable, company lawyers.
  • Internal and external liability.
  • Requirement for the induction of new Employees.
  • Transfer and departure of Employees.

Role of the supervisory authorities

  • Europe-wide coordination, coherence.
  • Lead supervisory authority.
  • Measures taken by the supervisory authorities.

Overcoming internal hurdles and practical tips

 

 

Note on the e-test:

The e-exam is an online-based exam on your PC and lasts 45 minutes. You can take the exam in your familiar environment at a time of your choosing or directly after the event (own PC required). You will be notified immediately afterward whether you have passed or failed. As a graduate of the course and the e-exam, you will receive the certification of the Haufe Akademie .

Information on the classroom course:
The course lasts two and a half days and ends on the last day of the course at around 3 pm. 

Learning environment

In your online learning environment, you will find useful information, downloads and extra services for this qualification measure after you have registered.

Your benefit

  • You will receive a comprehensive overview of the EUdata privacy Datadata privacy and will be able to assume responsibility for the organization and implementation of the guidelines in the future.
  • There is an intensive professional exchange with participants from various sectors and the trainers .
  • Specific individual questions will be clarified and you may receive checklists as support for your daily practice.
  • The course consists of two and a half intensive days, including a written online exam after the last day. Upon successful completion of the online exam, you will receive confirmation as a "Certified data protection officer " for your company with certificate of Haufe Akademie .
  • Six to eight weeks after the training , there will be an online exchange of experiences with the participants of the seminar attended and the speaker, where you can discuss questions and practical cases from your day-to-day work that have arisen in the meantime.

 

Methods

Trainer input, case studies - best practice examples, exercises, discussion, exchange of experience, work aids, checklists.

Recommended for

Employees who want to take on the role of data protection officer and demonstrate their specialist knowledge, specialists and managers who are responsible for implementing and complying with data protection law.

Final examination

The final exam takes place in written form online. You will be provided with a link in your learning environment after the third day of the course. This link will remain active for one year. During this time, you can log in once to take the exam. The exam consists of multiple choice questions, which you have 45 minutes to complete. After correction and successful completion, you will receive your certificate.

Open Badges - Show what you can do digitally too.

Open Badges are recognized, digital certificates of participation. These verifiable credentials are the current standard for integration in career networks such as LinkedIn.

With them, you digitally demonstrate the competences you possess. After successful completion, you will receive an Open Badge from us.

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Data protection officer: training for companies

The EU GDPR presents companies with new challenges in terms of data privacy that go beyond the German Federal Data Protection Act (BDSG). For example, there must be an internal or external data protection officer who serves as a point of contact for potential data protection problems and who can cover the topic professionally. At this point, companies have the option of choosing an external data protection expert or training an internal company data protection officer. The in-house solution is to have one or more of your employees complete the data protection officer course. The participants are familiar with your company and are aware of the starting points for protecting personal and company data. At the same time, sensitive areas of your company remain protected from third parties.  

Data protection officer: use training for professional qualification

Data protection officer training is very helpful for companies, as the know-how remains within the company. But such a course is also useful for employees, because as a certified data protection officer they expand their professional and technical knowledge. This additional qualification can be important for their future career. This is all the more true if you are aiming for a management position.

Book training to become a certified data protection officer throughout Germany

Our data protection officer training is offered throughout Germany, including in Munich, Düsseldorf, Berlin and Mannheim. The instructors teach the subject matter over three seminar days. All relevant areas of data protection in companies are covered. Data security and data processing are also major topics of the training. After successfully passing the final exam, participants receive a certificate as a certified data protection officer. They can then exercise this function within the company in accordance with the requirements of the GDPR.  

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