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CDPO - CNIL

Acquire the competence to act as a data protection officer under the GDPR, preparing for the CNIL certification of DPO skills, covering GDPR principles, the DPO role and the compliance programme.

5 daysof training
DPOadvanced level
FRlanguages
OfficialPECB exam incl.

Who is this course for?

  • Current and future data protection officers
  • Privacy, legal and compliance professionals
  • Consultants advising on GDPR compliance
  • Professionals seeking the CNIL DPO certification

What you'll gain

  • The PECB CDPO - CNIL credential, aligned with the CNIL certification of DPO skills
  • The competence to perform the DPO role under the GDPR
  • Command of GDPR principles and the compliance programme
  • A recognised data protection profile

Course programme

Day 1 · Introduction to GDPR concepts and principles
  • GDPR principles and key concepts
  • Rights of data subjects
  • Lawful bases and accountability
Day 2 · Designation of the DPO and compliance programme
  • The role and designation of the DPO
  • Analysing the GDPR compliance programme
  • Records of processing
Day 3 · DPO operations
  • Data protection impact assessments
  • Managing data breaches
  • Working with processors and transfers
Day 4 · Monitoring and continual improvement
  • Monitoring GDPR compliance
  • Awareness and training
  • Continual improvement
Day 5 · Certification exam
  • Review and mock exam
  • Examen officiel « PECB CDPO - CNIL »

Exam, credits & certification

3 h
Duration of the official PECB exam
35 CPD
Continuing Professional Development credits granted by the course
Included
Exam, marking and first issue of the certification, included in the price

Once you pass the exam, you can apply for the "PECB Certified CDPO - CNIL" credential. The exam includes 2 attempts: the first plus a free retake, usable within the following 12 months. Passing first time is no longer a source of pressure. CPD credits correspond to the course level according to PECB. The exam duration is indicative; ask me for the exact details when you enrol.

Your trainer

Ricardo Coronel Lemus, PECB trainer

Ricardo Coronel Lemus

Practising GRC / vCISO consultant · PECB Certified Trainer (CT6496)

More than 20 years in cybersecurity and compliance, today a vCISO and GRC consultant with real clients in France, Spain and Mexico. I don't approach these standards theoretically: I apply them day to day with real clients: that's what I bring to the coaching and exam preparation I offer.

ISO 27001 Lead Auditor / Lead Implementer CISSPCISMCRISCCCISODORA Lead ManagerPCI DSS - PCIP

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Frequently asked questions

Do I need any prerequisites?
There are no formal prerequisites. A basic familiarity with ISO 27001 (for example the Foundation level) is recommended, but not required.
What language is the exam in?
The official PECB material and exam for this course are available in the languages shown on this page. Coaching is delivered in English to prepare you thoroughly. If you need a specific language, contact us and we will confirm it.
What is the difference between Self-Study and Self-Study + Coaching?
Self-Study gives you the official material, the exam and the certification to progress at your own pace. The coaching option adds one-to-one sessions with me, real-world case studies and guided exam preparation: I support you until you feel ready to get certified.
What if I don't pass the exam?
The PECB exam includes 2 attempts: the first plus a free retake usable within the following 12 months. So a failure doesn't leave you stranded. What's more, with the coaching option we prepare for the exam together with mock exams so that you arrive with confidence.
How does CDPO - CNIL relate to the standard CDPO?
CDPO - CNIL is the version aligned with the CNIL certification of DPO skills in France. It covers the same GDPR data protection officer competence, oriented towards the French CNIL certification.

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