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The Practitioner Certificate in Data Protection is the practical qualification for those that work in the fields of data protection and privacy. Successful completion of the Practitioner Certificate in Data Protection Programme demonstrates to employers and others that the candidate possesses a solid knowledge of data protection law, as well as an understanding of the practical implications for organisations of the legal requirements.
The Programme
Individuals wishing to gain the qualification must complete the three elements of the Programme:
- 5 days face-to-face teaching
- study of course materials
- the Examination - held each June and December in London
The tuition section of the Programme requires candidates to attend four one-day Compulsory Courses and one one-day Elective Course (see boxes below).
Each course is held in several cities throughout the UK at various times of the year. An exemption from the requirement to attend Data Protection Essential Knowledge - Level 1 is available to candidates who already possess a sufficient level of knowledge of the basics of data protection. Candidates wishing to apply for the exemption must submit a letter signed by their current or previous employer stating that they have worked in the field of data protection for at least two years.
Exam Dates
The next dates for the Examination are as follows:
- Monday, 18th June 2012
- Friday, 7th December 2012
- Friday, 14th June 2013
- Monday, 9th December 2013
The Fee
£1,995 / €2,395 plus VAT (fully inclusive of tuition, materials and the Examination). A reduced fee of £1,745 / €2,095 plus VAT will apply for candidates that are exempt from attending Data Protection Essential Knowledge - Level 1.
Candidates who have already attended any of the Compulsory or Elective courses are not required to attend them again - a discount of £250 / €300 per course already attended will be applied to the Programme fee.
Syllabus
The Syllabus for the Practitioner Certificate in Data Protection Programme has been designed in consultation with the Information Commissioner's Office and is available for download here.
ISEB Qualification Holders
Candidates that hold the ISEB qualification in data protection can sit the Examination for the Practitioner Certificate in Data Protection without needing to attend any of the Compulsory Courses. Candidates must attend one of the Elective Courses and pass the Examination. A reduced fee is payable. See the ISEB Qualified Candidates page for more information.
Further Information
If you have a query about the Programme, please:
- visit the FAQs page
- telephone PDP at +44 (0)845 226 5723
- send an email
Application
Applications for the Programme can be made by
CPD
The Practitioner Certificate in Data Protection is accredited by the Law Society and the Bar Council with 25 hours CPD.
Dates for Upcoming Courses
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