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The basics
What a DPO does
The Data Protection Officer (DPO) helps a business or organisation comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Law 4624/2019. Under Article 39 of the GDPR, the DPO:
- informs and advises management and staff
- monitors compliance and staff training
- advises on data protection impact assessments (DPIA)
- is the contact point with the Data Protection Authority
When it is needed
When it is mandatory
Under Article 37 of the GDPR, a DPO must be appointed by:
Public bodies
every public authority or body, except courts acting in their judicial capacity
Large-scale monitoring
businesses that regularly and systematically monitor people, e.g. banks, telecoms, insurers
Sensitive data on a large scale
e.g. health data in clinics and diagnostic centres
Even where it is not mandatory, many businesses appoint a DPO to organise their compliance properly.
Who it is for
Who it is for
- managers of businesses and public bodies who handle personal data
- lawyers, economists and business consultants who want to offer DPO services
- IT and information security staff
The syllabus
What you will learn
- GDPR: definitions, principles, legal bases, rights
- controller and processor
- duties and position of the DPO
- Law 4624/2019
- e-Privacy regulation
- record of processing activities
- data protection impact assessment (DPIA)
- data breaches and notification within 72 hours
- information security (ISO 27001) and physical security
- compliance examples
Certification
How it is completed
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Apply
fill in the form at the top of the page or call us.
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You attend 40 hours
online, asynchronously, at your own pace.
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You take the certification exams
in cooperation with UCERT.
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You receive the certificate
accredited by ESYD under the ISO/IEC 17024 standard.
At a glance
Duration, format and cost
40
hours of training
350€
participation fee
- Distance learning, asynchronous
- Certification under ISO/IEC 17024, in cooperation with UCERT
- For in-house or external DPOs
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a certificate to become a DPO?
The law does not require one. It asks for professional qualities and expert knowledge (Article 37 GDPR). Certification proves them.
Which businesses need a DPO?
Public bodies and those that monitor people or process sensitive data on a large scale.
Can I be an external DPO?
Yes. A DPO can be an employee or provide their services under a contract.
How is the training delivered?
Online, from your computer, at your own pace.
How much does it cost?
350€.
How do I apply?
Fill in the “Application form” at the top of the page or call us on 24210 30535.
Become a Data Protection Officer
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