Data Protection Officer (DPO) Certification Prep
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Overview
Could one privacy mistake expose your organisation to millions? That risk matters: AEPD received 32,063 complaints in 2025. Moreover, complaints rose 64% compared with the previous year. Meanwhile, 2,765 personal-data breaches reached the regulator. Qualifying breaches may require notification within 72 hours.
Serious GDPR infringements can reach €20 million or 4%. Therefore, prepare confidently for DPO responsibilities across Spain and Europe.
Learning Outcomes
Certification Information
Curriculum
1
Module 1: Spanish Data Protection Law
- 1.1 GDPR Principles and Requirements
- 1.2 Spain’s LOPDGDD Framework
- 1.3 Data Subject and Digital Rights
- 1.4 AEPD Powers and Guidance
2
Module 2: DPO Roles and Governance
- 2.1 DPO Appointment and Independence
- 2.2 DPO Duties and Responsibilities
- 2.3 Privacy Policies and Accountability
- 2.4 Communication with the AEPD
3
Module 3: Compliance and Risk Management
- 3.1 Records of Processing Activities
- 3.2 Data Protection Impact Assessments
- 3.3 Privacy by Design and Default
- 3.4 Processors and International Transfers
4
Module 4: Security and Technology
- 4.1 Personal Data Security Controls
- 4.2 Data Breach Management and Reporting
- 4.3 Privacy Tools and Compliance Technologies
- 4.4 AI, Cookies, Biometrics, and Emerging Risks
5
Module 5: Training and Certification Preparation
- 5.1 Staff Privacy Training Protocols
- 5.2 Compliance Audits and Documentation
- 5.3 AEPD-DPD Certification Preparation
- 5.4 Professional Ethics and Global Standards
6
Mock Exam
- This practice assessment reviews key concepts and applied scenarios. It also checks terminology and professional responsibilities before assessment.
7
Final Exam
- The final exam checks understanding across the complete course. It supports completion of the certificate pathway.
