About the certification
The EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is the most important change in data privacy regulation in 20 years. The aim of the GDPR is to protect all EU citizens from privacy and data breaches in today’s data-driven world. The GDPR not only applies to organisations located within the EU but also applies to organisations located outside of the EU if they offer goods or services to, or monitor the behavior of, EU data subjects. It applies to all companies processing and holding the personal data of data subjects residing in the European Union, regardless of the company’s location.
The GDPR Foundation is an entry-level certification intended for IT professionals seeking to validate their knowledge of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). This exam includes topics such as main concepts, terms and definitions (Personal Data, Consent, Data Controllers, Data Processors, Cross-border Processing, Data Subject, Personal Data Breach, Processing, Pseudonymisation, Supervisory Authority), Principles, pplicability, Data Subject Rights, Breach Notification, Right to Access, Right to be Forgotten, Data Portability,
Retention of Data, Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA), Privacy by Design, Data Protection Officer (DPO) and, GDPR fines. The GDPR Foundation certification exam is an online, closed-book, and remotely-proctored exam. It includes 40 questions and the passing score is 70%. You will have 60 minutes to complete the exam. Validate your knowledge of the GDPR and advance your career. Register for your online exam now!
Exam details
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Exam code |
ITC-038 |
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Launch date |
June 29, 2019 |
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Exam description |
The GDPR Foundation exam tests the candidate knowledge of the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). |
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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 |
English, Spanish, and Portuguese (Brazilian) |
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Exam description |
Concepts, terms and definitions (Personal Data, Consent, Data Controllers, Data Processors, Cross-border Processing, Data Subject, Personal Data Breach, Processing, Pseudonymisation, Supervisory Authority), Principles, Applicability, Data Subject Rights, Breach Notification, Right to Access, Right to be Forgotten, Data Portability, Retention of Data, Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA), Privacy by Design, Data Protection Officer (DPO) and, GDPR fines. |
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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 |
• EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) - https://eugdpr.org/; |
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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. General provisions |
5% |
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2. Definitions |
15% |
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3. Principles |
20% |
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4. Rights of the Data Subject |
20% |
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5. Controller and Processor |
20% |
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6. Transfer of personal data to third countries or international organization |
10% |
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7. Independent supervisory authorities |
5% |
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8. Remedies, liability and penalties |
5% |
Total | 100% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
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How much does an ITCERTS certification exam cost?
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Are there any prerequisites to take the exams?
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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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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?
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Do the ITCERTS certifications expire?
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