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Exam Information
Official specifications published by DSCI
Exam Format
150 min
75
65% in each section
Professional
Registration
$250 USD
Pearson VUE or online proctoring
English
Validity
3 years
Pay annual maintenance fee of INR 2,500 + taxes; Earn minimum 30 CPE (Continuing Professional Education) credits annually
DCPP-01 Exam Topics and Domains
DCPP-01 is organized into 3 weighted domains.
1
Privacy Fundamentals
29.33%
Introduction to Privacy
Fundamental Privacy ConceptsEvolution of Privacy
- Define privacy and its significance in the digital era
- Understand the evolution of privacy globally and in India
- Identify what constitutes personal information
- Recognize privacy as a fundamental right
Drivers of Privacy Protection
Privacy Protection Drivers
- Identify drivers of privacy protection in the digital age
- Understand India-specific privacy drivers
- Recognize the impact of technology on privacy
- Understand business and regulatory motivations for privacy
2
Privacy Principles and Regulations
42.67%
Privacy Principles
Fundamental Privacy PrinciplesPrivacy by Design
- Understand and apply fundamental privacy principles
- Recognize how privacy principles are changing
- Implement privacy by design concepts
- Apply transparency, notice, choice, and security principles
Privacy Laws and Regulations
Global Privacy LawsIndian Privacy LawsPrivacy Management Frameworks
- Understand key global privacy laws and regulations
- Master GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA, and PIPEDA requirements
- Understand Indian privacy legal landscape
- Develop and manage privacy programs
Transborder Data Flows
Cross-Border Data Transfers
- Understand challenges of transborder data flows
- Implement legal mechanisms for international transfers
- Navigate data localization requirements
- Apply standard contractual clauses and BCRs
Other Aspects of Privacy
Beyond Information Privacy
- Understand privacy beyond information privacy
- Recognize surveillance and communication privacy issues
- Address workplace privacy considerations
3
Privacy Technologies and Organization Ecosystem
28%
Data Life Cycle
Information Lifecycle Management
- Understand information lifecycles
- Implement proper data handling and storage practices
- Manage data retention and disposal
- Apply lifecycle-based privacy controls
Platforms for Privacy
Online Data Collection and Tracking
- Understand how personal information is collected and tracked online
- Manage cookies and tracking technologies
- Address platform-specific privacy challenges
Privacy Enhancing Technologies
Privacy Tools and TechnologiesIdentity and Access Management
- Understand privacy enhancing tools and technologies
- Implement encryption and data protection mechanisms
- Apply anonymization and pseudonymization
- Use DLP and IAM for privacy protection
Privacy in Organizational Ecosystems
Establishing Privacy ProgramsIncident Response and Breach Management
- Establish privacy programs in organizations
- Develop and implement incident response plans
- Manage data breaches effectively
- Meet breach notification requirements
How do I earn this certification?
Passing DCPP-01 earns the DSCI Certified Privacy Professional (DCPP) certification. It sits in the Privacy and Data Protection track.
Next Level Options
DCPLA - DSCI Certified Privacy Lead AssessorAdvanced DSCI privacy certification for lead assessors
Alternative Paths
- CIPP/E - Certified Information Privacy Professional - EuropeGlobal privacy certification with European focus
- CIPM - Certified Information Privacy ManagerPrivacy program management specialization
- CIPT - Certified Information Privacy TechnologistTechnical privacy implementation focus
- CIPP/US - Certified Information Privacy Professional - USUS-specific privacy regulations and compliance
- CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional Complementary security certification with privacy domain
- ISO 27001 Lead Auditor - ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Auditor Information security management system auditing
- ISO 27701 Lead Auditor - ISO/IEC 27701 Lead Auditor Privacy extension to ISO 27001, privacy management systems
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What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2023
Updates
- Privacy Enhancing Technologies (PETs) Current Core topic in Section 3 - understanding encryption, anonymization, DLP • Release date: Ongoing
- GDPR Compliance Tools Current Critical for Section 2 - privacy laws and regulations • Release date: Ongoing
- Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Current Important for Section 3 - privacy technologies • Release date: Ongoing
- Identity and Access Management (IAM) Current Relevant for Section 3 - organizational privacy implementation • Release date: Ongoing
Who should take this exam?
- Background in information security, data protection, or related field
- Familiarity with privacy laws and regulations
- Understanding of IT concepts