Data Protection Foundation Professional (DPFP)

ADDRESSED TO

The Data Protection Foundation Professional (DPFP) certification provides essential knowledge to understand Brazil’s General Data Protection Law (LGPD)—one of the most influential privacy regulations in Latin America. This course explores the legal context, principles, legal bases for data processing, data subject rights, the role of the DPO, and security best practices, offering a practical roadmap for ensuring compliance and protecting personal data across organizations.

PURPOSE​

The purpose of this certification is to:

  • Understand the scope and structure of Brazil’s General Data Protection Law (LGPD).
  • Identify the legal responsibilities of data controllers and processors.
  • Learn the core principles, legal bases, and rights of data subjects.
  • Understand the criteria for international data transfers.
  • Recognize the role and qualifications of the Data Protection Officer (DPO).
  • Apply security and governance best practices to avoid administrative sanctions.

MAIN TOPICS

The course is structured into 11 modules covering the legal foundation, organizational responsibilities, and practical measures for LGPD compliance:

Module 1: Contextualization

  • Importance of data privacy and protection.
  • Data privacy vs. data security.
  • Global regulations and consequences of non-compliance.

Module 2: Introduction to LGPD

  • Legal structure, purpose, and key terms.
  • Territorial scope and exemptions.

Module 3: Legal Bases for Data Processing

  • Legal requirements: consent, legitimate interest, sensitive data.
  • Public authority access, data anonymization, and retention limits.

Module 4: Data Subject Rights

  • Comprehensive overview and application of data subject rights under the law.

Module 5: Public Sector Data Processing

  • Conditions for data sharing, treatment records, and sanctions.

Module 6: International Data Transfers

  • Requirements, minimum guarantees, and protection standards abroad.

Module 7: Roles and Responsibilities

  • Responsibilities of data controllers and processors.
  • Data processing impact reports, interoperability standards, liability.

Module 8: Data Protection Officer (DPO)

  • Role, responsibilities, skills, and regulatory framework.
  • Practical advice and professional profile of a DPO in Brazil.

Module 9: Security and Best Practices

  • Incident response, ISO 27001 controls, compliance tools, and governance.

Module 10: Administrative Sanctions

  • Types of penalties, criteria for enforcement, and legal supervision.

Module 11: National Data Protection Authority (ANPD)

  • Structure, responsibilities, cooperation, and oversight role.

Details​

Duration:

60 min

Number of questions:

40 Preguntas

Minimum passing:

80%

Available languages:

English, Spanish, Portuguese

Pre Requirements:

No

Third chance (free):​

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$150.00

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