About the certification
The Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) is the federal privacy law for private-sector organizations. It sets out the ground rules for how businesses must handle personal information in the course of commercial activity. PIPEDA applies to private-sector organizations across Canada that collect, use or disclose personal information in the course of a commercial activity.
The PIPEDA Foundation is an entry-level certification intended for IT professionals seeking to validate their knowledge of the Personal Information Protection and Eletronic Documents Act (PIPEDA). This exam includes topics such as terms and definitions, personal information, the 10 fair information principles (Accountability, Identifying Purposes, Consent, Limiting Collection, Limiting Use, Disclosure, and Retention, Accuracy, Safeguards, Openness, Individual Access and Challenging Compliance), responsibilities, privacy breach, complaints, enforcement and audits.
The PIPEDA 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 Privacy and Personal Information Protection in accordance with PIPEDA and advance your career. Register for your online exam now!
Exam details
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Exam code |
ITC-041 |
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Launch date |
March 15, 2019 |
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Exam description |
The PIPEDA Foundation exam tests the candidate knowledge of PIPEDA. |
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Current version |
1.0 |
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Exam format |
Multiple choice and True/False; computer-based; closed book; online proctored exam |
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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 only |
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Exam description |
Terms and definitions, personal information, the 10 fair information principles (Accountability, Identifying Purposes, Consent, Limiting Collection, Limiting Use, Disclosure, and Retention, Accuracy, Safeguards, Openness, Individual Access and Challenging Compliance), responsibilities, privacy breach, complaints, enforcement and audits. |
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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 |
• The Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) - https://www.priv.gc.ca/en/privacy-topics/privacy-laws-in-canada/the-personal-information-protection-and-electronic-documents-act-pipeda/ |
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Prerequisites |
There are no prerequisites for this certification |
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Recommended experience |
Six months of work experience in Privacy and Data Protection |
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Validity period |
Lifetime |
Exam Content Outline
| Domains | Weight |
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1. The application of PIPEDA |
20% |
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2. Key terms and definitions |
10% |
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3. Fair information principles |
40% |
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4. Legislation and related regulations |
10% |
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5. Processing personal data across borders |
10% |
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6. The Role of the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada |
10% |
Total | 100% |
How to get certified
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Take your online proctored exam in the comfort of your home or office.
Congratulations! You are certified!
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Frequently Asked Questions
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How much does an ITCERTS certification exam cost?
All exams are available for $150 USD each. Prices may vary slightly by region and currency exchange rates.
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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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