About the certification
The Digital ECA establishes provisions for the protection of children and adolescents in digital environments (Digital Statute of the Child and Adolescent). This law sets out measures to safeguard children and adolescents in digital environments and applies to any information technology product or service directed at, or likely to be accessed by, children and adolescents in Brazil, regardless of its location, development, manufacture, offering, commercialization, or operation. The Digital ECA Foundation is a certification intended for individuals seeking to validate their knowledge of the Brazilian Digital Statute for Children and Adolescents (ECA Digital).
The exam includes topics such as the fundamental principles and preliminary provisions of the Digital ECA; definitions related to information technology products and services; duties and obligations of providers; protection measures to ensure the safety, privacy, and well-being of children and adolescents in digital environments; risk prevention and mitigation; age assurance mechanisms; parental supervision and child monitoring tools; restrictions on inappropriate or prohibited content; regulation of electronic games, digital advertising, and social networks; prevention and combat of violations against children and adolescents; reporting mechanisms and content removal procedures; transparency and accountability requirements; governance and regulatory oversight; and applicable sanctions.
The Digital ECA Foundation certification exam is an online, closed-book, remotely proctored exam. It consists of 40 questions, and the passing score is 70%. Candidates will have 60 minutes to complete the exam.
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Exam details
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Exam code |
ITC-208 |
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Launch date |
March 19, 2026 |
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Exam description |
The Digital ECA Foundation exam validates the candidate knowledge of the Brazilian Digital Statute for Children and Adolescents (ECA Digital). |
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Current version |
1.0 |
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Exam format |
Multiple choice; computer-based; closed book |
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Number of questions |
40 questions |
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Passing score |
70% (28 out of 40) |
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Exam duration |
60 minutes |
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Level |
Foundation |
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Languages |
Portuguese |
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Exam description |
The exam includes topics such as the fundamental principles and preliminary provisions of the Digital ECA; definitions related to information technology products and services; duties and obligations of providers; protection measures to ensure the safety, privacy, and well-being of children and adolescents in digital environments; risk prevention and mitigation; age assurance mechanisms; parental supervision and child monitoring tools; restrictions on inappropriate or prohibited content; regulation of electronic games, digital advertising, and social networks; prevention and combat of violations against children and adolescents; reporting mechanisms and content removal procedures; transparency and accountability requirements; governance and regulatory oversight; and applicable sanctions. |
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RECOMMENDED HOURS OF STUDY |
16 hours |
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Bloom's Taxonomy |
Level 1 (Remembering), Level 2 (Understanding) and Level 3 (Applying) |
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Recommended reading |
• Brazilian Digital Statute for Children and Adolescents (ECA Digital). |
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Prerequisites |
There are no prerequisites for this certification |
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Recommended experience |
Six months of work experience in Data Protection |
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Validity period |
Lifetime |
Exam Content Outline
| Domains | Weight |
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1. PRELIMINARY PROVISIONS |
15% |
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2. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY PRODUCTS AND SERVICES |
15% |
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3. AGE ASSURANCE MECHANISMS |
10% |
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4. PARENTAL SUPERVISION |
10% |
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5. CHILD MONITORING PRODUCTS, ELECTRONIC GAMES, AND DIGITAL ADVERTISING |
10% |
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6. PREVENTION AND COMBAT OF SERIOUS VIOLATIONS AGAINST CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS IN THE DIGITAL ENVIRONMENT |
5% |
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7. REPORTING OF VIOLATIONS OF THE RIGHTS OF CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS |
10% |
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8. TRANSPARENCY AND ACCOUNTABILITY |
15% |
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9. GOVERNANCE |
5% |
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10. SANCTIONS |
5% |
Total | 100% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
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After purchasing an exam voucher, how much time do I have to take the exam?
After purchasing an exam voucher, candidates will have 180 days to take the exam.
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Does the exam voucher include a retake?
The exam voucher includes 2 retakes in case the candidate fails the first attempt.
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Are there any prerequisites to take the exams?
There are no prerequisites to take the exams. ITCERTS recommends that candidates have at least six months of work experience in the area that the certification exam covers.
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What is the exam retake policy?
If a candidate does not achieve a passing score on the first attempt, there is no waiting period between the first and the second attempt. If a candidate does not achieve a passing score on the second attempt, the candidate must wait at least 7 days before retaking the exam for a third time. A candidate may not take a given exam any more than three times per year (12 months).
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How do I register for an Online Proctored Exam?
Visit the Online Proctored Exam registration page to find complete instructions.
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Are there any mandatory training to take an exam?
Training is recommended as part of your certification preparation, but it is not mandatory.
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Which languages are the exams available in?
Our exams are currently available in English and Portuguese.
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Where can I take the exams?
Exams are delivered online (Online Proctored Exams) and can be taken from anywhere in the world.
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Do the ITCERTS certifications expire?
ITCERTS certifications are considered good-for-life and do not expire.
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How can a potential employer verify my certifications?
Your employer can verify your certification on our certification verification page. Your certification number will be needed in order to process the verification.
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