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Data Protection Certification Course
Are you willing to go that extra mile to become the next generation Data Protection Officer? Because this is what we at EIPA have done when preparing this course for you! In a time of unprecedented challenges to our status quo, with organisations forced to adapt overnight to the new normal, data protection has been ranking high on the European agenda. More than ever, you will play an essential role in supporting your organisation to safeguard the privacy rights in a time of accelerated digital transformation.
This is why a multifaceted approach in delivering this course is paramount. Experts and practitioners at the forefront of data protection will guide you along the legal framework of the European data protection legislation, while elaborating on some of the most pressing privacy-related issues that have emerged in the context of the pandemic. This will involve applying an interactive and on-the-job methodology: role playing, concrete and realistic case studies, with both successful and non-successful outcomes and peer-to-peer discussions. By the end of the course, you will be provided with all the tools to design or augment a thorough data protection compliance programme in your organisation.
You will learn about:
- The European legal framework for data protection (including the GDPR);
- Key data protection concepts, principles and obligations;
- Actors, roles and responsibilities;
- The role of the DPO (Data Protection Officer), the EDPS (European Data Protection Supervisor) and the national supervisory authorities;
- Severity assessment of data breaches and assurance role of the DPO (accountability, requirements and demonstrating compliance);
- Cyber security, data protection audits, privacy and digital sovereignty;
- Options and solutions for cross-border data transfer and third-country data transfers;
- e-Privacy design and impact assessment;
- Grounds for processing, including legitimate interest and consent;
- The rights of data subjects and how to handle them.
Course methodology/highlights
We believe practical know-how is the key to effective learning. This course therefore includes:
- Detailed explanations of the key concepts, principles, actors and roles in the field of data protection and security;
- Role play and group exercises;
- Preparatory workshop for the final certification examination (optional);
- Insights with case-law examples;
- Input and coaching on practical issues encountered by participants from the DPO network, European institutions and agencies, Europol, Eurojust, EDPS, national authorities and other data protection experts;
- A highly interactive approach – the structure of the course will give you opportunities to ask questions and share experiences during the dedicated Q&A sessions.
To optimise your experience, we also recommend that you follow the optional preparatory workshop for the certification examination, when time will be devoted to a recap of the essentials, exercises, a discussion and a Q&A session.
- You will be able to process and transfer personal data, and comply with data protection requirements in your day-to-day work.
- You will be better aware of severity assessments of data breaches, data protection audits, cyber security and privacy.
- You will have a thorough understanding of how things work in practice and a vision of the EU’s future in this field.
- You will have a solid basis for continuous learning as a Data Protection Officer afterwards.
- You will benefit directly from the insights of data protection experts and from networking opportunities during the online breaks.
- You will obtain the EIPA attendance certificate.
- You will take the EIPA Data Protection Certification examination.
- You will be able to qualify as a data protection professional at European level.
- You will develop your professional international network in the field of data protection.
After course support
After taking this course, you can join EIPA’s dedicated community of practice together with other, former participants. You will also have access to the course materials for a duration of three months after the course.
- Data Protection Officers and other data protection professionals;
- Legal and IT professionals;
- Anyone, from either the public or private sector, with proven working experience in the processing of personal data;
- Anyone who needs a certification at European level in order to advance their professional career;
- Candidates who wish to take and pass the examination.
On completion of the course, participants can take part in an exam leading to the awarding of the EIPA Data Protection Professional Certificate.
A few details about the examination:
- Examinees can use their own device to take the examination, but will be supervised (in-person or online).
- The examination is a practical scenario-based question.
- The examination can be taken twice a year at EIPA headquarters in Maastricht.
- The examination lasts 2 hours.
- The maximum score obtainable is 100 points and in order to pass the examination, examinees need to obtain 60 points.
Examination process
Review
In order to guarantee a fair process, two randomly allocated reviewers from the examination board will evaluate the essays separately. The Chair of the examination board will have the last word after seeing the conclusions of both reviewers.
Language
The examination is offered in English only. The time limit for the examination is sufficient for the vast majority of candidates, including non-native English speakers. No points are deducted due to possible grammar or language mistakes.
Handling of exams
EIPA will take all available precautions to ensure the appropriate and secure handling of completed essays.
Examination re-sit
In the event you did not manage to reach the set threshold and did therefore not pass the exam, you are offered the opportunity to do one examination re-sit for €150 within one year.
The Examination Board
The exam is under the supervision of an examination board. The examination board meets regularly to discuss the certification course requirements and approve the examinations. They discuss as needed to review and resolve any submitted certification appeals. The examination board consists of experts who have proven knowledge of and practical expertise in the field of data protection, one of whom will serve as chair.
Certificate validity
Data Protection issues continue to change and it is very important to keep yourself ahead and update your knowledge regularly. Therefore, the EIPA certificate is valid for a period of two years. In order to update your knowledge and maintain the validity of your certificate you will need to attend EIPA’s refresher course on data protection every two years. You will receive an updated certificate after taking part in this.
You can find our full Certification policy here: www.eipa.eu/dataprotection
Hybrid course
Experience our course in a way that suits you best! This hybrid course offers the flexibility to join in-person or online through a live stream. In the registration form, you will have the opportunity to select your preferred option.
Face to Face venue
European Institute of Public Administration (EIPA)
O.L. Vrouweplein 22
6211 HE, Maastricht
the Netherlands
Programme Organiser
Ms Eveline Hermens
Tel: +31 43 3296259
e.hermens@eipa.eu
Fee
The fee includes documentation, refreshments, lunches, and a dinner. Accommodation and travel costs are at the expense of the participants or their administration.
Discounts
EIPA member fee
EIPA offers a discount to all civil servants working for one of EIPA’s supporting countries, and civil servants working for an EU institution, body or agency.
Who are the supporting countries?
Civil servants coming from the following EIPA supporting countries are entitled to get the reduced fee: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden.
For all other participants, the regular fee applies.
Early bird discount
The early bird discount is not cumulative with other discounts or promo codes, except for the EIPA member fee.
Loyalty coupon
As a token of appreciation we offer all our participants a loyalty coupon for one of our future courses. The offer can be shared with colleagues and relevant networks. The coupon will expire one year after its release. This discount is not cumulative with other discounts, except for the EIPA member fee.
Meals
Dietary preferences can be indicated on the registration form.
Hotel reservations
EIPA has special price arrangements with a number of hotels. The hotels are within walking distance from EIPA. If you wish to take advantage of this option, please click on the hotel name to book directly using the link. Payment is to be made directly and personally to the hotel upon checking out.
- Eden Design Hotel
designhotel@edenhotels.nl
+31 (0)43 328 25 25 - Townhouse
info@townhousehotels.nl
+31 (0)43 323 30 90 - Mabi
info@hotelmabi.nl
+31 (0)43 351 44 44 - Derlon
info@derlon.com
+31 (0)43 321 67 70
Confirmation
Confirmation of registration will be forwarded to participants on receipt of the completed online registration form.
Payment
Prior payment is a condition for participation.
Cancellation policy
For administrative reasons you will be charged €150 for cancellations received within 15 days before the activity begins. There is no charge for qualified substitute participants.
EIPA reserves the right to cancel the activity up to 2 weeks before the starting date. In that case, registration fees received will be fully reimbursed. EIPA accepts no responsibility for any costs incurred (travel, accommodation, etc.).
A few days before the start of the course you will receive the log-in details for accessing the course materials. You can log in here.
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Programme
08.30 | Registration of participants/Opening of the online platform for online participants |
09.00 | Introduction to the course Rita Beuter, Former Senior Expert, EIPA, Maastricht (NL) |
09.15 | Data protection: the basics and the European legal framework Elisa Moro, Data Protection Officer, Council of the European Union (BE) |
10.15 | Roles and actors in the field of data protection Elisa Moro |
11.15 | Coffee break |
11.45 | Case studies and examples Elisa Moro |
12.30 | Lunch at Hotel Derlon |
14.15 | The role of the Data Protection Officer (DPO) Diana Alonso Blas, Data Protection Officer and Head of Data Protection Service, Eurojust, The Hague (NL-online) & Dr Barbara Eggl, Data Protection Expert, Frankfurt (DE-online) |
15.15 | Workshop on the role of the DPO (Case studies) Diana Alonso Blas, Elisa Moro, and Dr Barbara Eggl |
16.15 | Data subject rights – Part I Dr Barbara Eggl |
17.00 | Break |
17.15 | Data subject rights – Part II Dr Barbara Eggl |
18.00 | End of the Day |
08.45 | Opening of the online platform for online participants |
09.00 | Supervising data protection compliance: The role of the data protection authorities. Examples from EU institutions Ute Kallenberger, Head of Inspections, European Data Protection Supervisor (EDPS), Brussels (BE) |
10.00 | Coffee break |
10.30 | Supervising data protection compliance: The role of the data protection authorities. Examples from the national level Hannelore Dekeyser, Legal Officer, EDPB, Brussels (BE – online) |
11.30 | Q&A |
12.00 | Lunch at Hotel Derlon |
13.30 | Information on the certification examination and Q&A (interactive session) Björn Hölbling, Digital Officer, EIPA, Maastricht (NL) |
14.00 | Data Controller, Data Processor, Joint Controllers Emma Rodríguez Montes, Data Protection Specialist in the Data Protection Office, EUIPO, Alicante (ES-online) |
15.00 | Q&A |
15.30 | End of the day |
18.30 | Dinner in he Harbour Club, Bassinkade 4, Maastricht (tel: +31 43 450 66 66) |
08.45 | Opening of the online platform for online participants |
09.00 | Data protection and data security: it’s all about the protection of information Daniel Drewer, Data Protection Officer, Europol, The Hague (NL) |
10.00 | Q&A |
10.15 | Coffee break |
10.45 | Data protection audit: only nice to have or a must for DPOs? Daniel Drewer |
11.45 | Q&A |
12.00 | Lunch break at EIPA’s restaurant |
13.00 | Current cyber threat landscape Muyiwa Olufon, Senior Director, Global Information Security, Nike Inc.(NL) |
13.45 | Coffee break |
14.00 | Data breaches: accountability of the DPO as assurance provider (interactive session) Daniel Drewer and Muyiwa Olufon |
15.45 | Q&A |
16.00 | End of the day |
08.45 | Opening of the online platform for online participants |
09.00 | Cross-border data transfers – options and solutions Diana Alonso Blas |
10.15 | Group exercise: cross-border data transfers in practice (interactive session 1) Diana Alonso Blas |
11.15 | Coffee break with Limburg Treat |
11.45 | Group exercise: cross-border data transfers in practice (interactive session 2) Diana Alonso Blas |
12.45 | Lunch at EIPA’s restaurant |
13.45 | Data Protection Impact Assessment Maarten Daman, Data Protection Officer, European Central Bank (ECB), European Systemic Risk Board (ESRB), Frankfurt (DE) |
14.45 | Q&A |
15.00 | Artificial Intelligence and Data Protection Maarten Daman |
15.45 | Coffee break |
16.15 | Optional preparatory workshop: preparing for the certification examination Marta Moretti, Senior Counsel Europe and New Markets, BeiGene GmbH (CH) and Lawyer and Teaching Assistant at LUISS University, Rome (IT) |
18.00 | End of day |
08.45 | Opening of the online platform for online participants |
09.00 | Entrance & getting installed for the exam |
09.30 | Certification/Re-sit examination |
11.00 | End of the examination |
11.15 | Course conclusion and Take-away lunch |