CPD Compliance Training
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CPD-accredited, expert-led, and built for real-world compliance, XpertAcademy delivers microlearning that fits your workflow with structured learning paths, practical templates, and live reporting dashboards. Designed by our DPOs and technical specialists for SMEs, public bodies, and complex teams, whether you’re managing compliance in-house or backed by our DPOs.
Why XpertAcademy
XpertAcademy isn’t just a learning platform, it’s a practical tool for delivering compliance across your organisation. From onboarding new staff to guiding internal DPOs through complex deliverables, every course is designed to help you move from learning to doing.
- Developed by experienced DPOs, legal experts, and cybersecurity professionals
- CPD Standards Office accredited courses
- Certificates issued for all completed training
- Aligned to GDPR, NIS2, DORA, and the EU AI Act
- Used by regulated organisations across health, energy, education, finance, and the public sector
Whether you’re preparing your first RoPA or training thousands across multiple entities, XpertAcademy meets you at your current stage, and helps you move forward with clarity.
Accredited. Certifiable.
Professionally Recognised.
CPD-Accredited by Design
Certificates + CPD Points Included
Recognition with Other Bodies
Controlled + Compliant Delivery
Seamless Client Onboarding
Rolling out XpertAcademy is fast, secure, and fully supported. We’ll guide your team through setup and ensure your compliance lead, internal DPO, or admin has everything they need to hit the ground running. Onboarding takes days, not weeks, and the Academy scales with your growth from day one. Here’s what onboarding looks like:
Access Setup
Assign Roles & Learning Paths
DPO Video Welcome
Access Deliverable Tracks
Ongoing Support
CPD Certification
How It Works
XpertAcademy is more than just an e-learning platform, it’s an integrated part of how we support your organisation’s compliance journey. Every client gets access to a dedicated portal designed around their service model, team structure, and regulatory priorities.
Client-Specific Learning Portals
Branded, structured environments with tailored content and messaging aligned to your risk areas.
Modular, Self-Paced Courses
Learners engage in bite-sized, focused modules they can complete around their day-to-day work.
Built-In Compliance Guidance
Training is paired with the templates, instructions, and upload areas needed to deliver core outputs like RoPA, DPIAs, and DSARs.
Secure, Flexible Access
Teams can log in through SSO, individual credentials, or bulk upload, with flexible role assignment and permissions.
What We Cover: Training Content Areas
Core Data Protection
- Record of Processing Activities (RoPA)
- Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs)
Cybersecurity
- Secure Development Principles
- Threat Modelling for Product and Tech Teams
AI & Digital Responsibility
- Responsible Use of AI in the Workplace
- Risk Framing & Governance for Emerging Technologies
Organisational Risk Areas
- Data Breach Reporting & Internal Escalation
- Vendor Management & Contracts
- Third-Party Risk Awareness
Role-Based Briefings
- Data Champions Operations
- HR & Hiring Risk Areas
- IT & Systems Security for Data Leads
Data Protection Practitioner Course
Develop practical GDPR skills with confidence, even if you're new to a role.
This course is designed for people responsible for data protection, privacy compliance, or supporting the DPO function, even if it’s not your main job. If you’ve been tasked with managing GDPR requirements internally, this training gives you the structure, tools, and confidence to do it right.
What you’ll learn:
- How to handle DSARs, breaches, and accountability documentation
- How to map and maintain a compliant Record of Processing Activities (RoPA)
- How to lead or contribute to Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs)
- How to build realistic compliance workflows that work for your team
Who it’s for:
- Internal DPOs (especially those new to the role)
- Privacy champions or leads without formal training
- Legal, IT, HR and operations staff supporting GDPR compliance
Includes CPD certificate. Templates and practical exercises throughout.
Originally delivered as a Level 6 QQI-accredited programme, now adapted as a flexible, practitioner-led course via XpertAcademy.
Included in XpertDPO Shield. Available as an add-on for Assist and standalone clients.
The more closely we work with you, the more tailored your XpertAcademy experience becomes, from content and messaging to deliverables and dashboards.
Dashboards & Insights
- Real-Time Insights: Track enrolments, course completions, and learner progress at a glance.
- Filter by Role, Team, or Course: Drill into key areas to identify gaps, monitor high-risk departments, or report on compliance progress.
- Self-Hosted & Secure: All dashboards are hosted securely within your secure XpertDPO environment.
- Shield & Assist Enabled: Dashboard access is included for Shield and Assist clients, with scope based on your team structure and support tier.
Know who’s completed what, where the gaps are, and what your compliance story looks like in real time.
Tailored to Your Support Model
XpertAcademy is integrated into how we deliver value across all client relationships, but the level of personalisation and consultant involvement scales with your service tier.
Whether you’re a Shield client receiving hands-on workshops or an Assist client managing compliance internally, the Academy is structured to support your next step with clarity and confidence.
| Feature | Shield | Assist | General Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| CPD-Accredited Courses | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Templates & Walkthroughs | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
| Custom Client Portals | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
| Client Portal DSAR Processing & Redaction | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
| DPO Video Messages | ✅ | Limited | ❌ |
| Academy Messaging Personalisation | ✅ | Limited | ❌ |
| RoPA/DPIA Support via Client Portal | Guided + Workshops | DIY Guided | ❌ |
| Academy Theming | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ |
What Our Clients Say About XpertAcademy
XpertAcademy delivers CPD-accredited, compliance-focused training for organisations in regulated and high-risk sectors, in both the private and public sectors. Whether used alongside our outsourced DPO services or as a self-directed learning tool, it supports measurable privacy outcomes at every stage of compliance maturity.
"The XpertDPO team led a full RoPA refresh with workshops, explainer videos, templates, and real-time support. Their onboarding process was seamless, and the dashboards gave our exec oversight on every department’s progress. We felt audit-ready in weeks, not months."
"XpertAcademy gave our internal DPO everything they needed, bite-sized training, templates, and walkthroughs. The platform helped us track completions and plug gaps fast, and we didn’t need to chase staff for updates."
"During a breach investigation, through our XpertAcademy client portal, XpertDPO’s DPO handled regulator comms and gave us total clarity. Their response plan, logging templates, and DSAR guidance meant we avoided panic and demonstrated control with auditability."
Trusted by clients in sectors including third-level institutions, healthcare, public administration, education, technology, financial services, life sciences, and retail.
What is XpertAcademy, and who is it for?
XpertAcademy is a compliance training platform designed for organisations seeking structured, CPD-accredited learning in data protection, cybersecurity, and regulatory readiness. It’s used by public bodies, regulated entities, SMEs, and large organisations to meet training obligations under laws like GDPR, the EU AI Act, NIS2, and DORA.
How does XpertAcademy differ from generic LMS platforms?
XpertAcademy is not just a learning management system. It is part of XpertDPO’s service delivery model, offering practical templates, regulatory walkthroughs, and consultant-guided content. It integrates directly into compliance workstreams like RoPA, DPIAs, and DSARs.
Is XpertAcademy CPD-accredited?
Yes. All eligible courses are CPD-accredited through the CPD Standards Office. Learners receive certificates and CPD points upon completion, with the option to align recognition with additional professional bodies if required.
Can training be customised for our organisation?
Yes. Shield clients receive fully customised portals, messaging, and learning paths. Assist clients use guided tools with options for DPO input. Every organisation benefits from flexible role assignment and risk-aligned content.
How does XpertAcademy support regulatory requirements like GDPR or NIS2?
Training is mapped to real-world regulatory tasks. Learners are guided through mandatory obligations like maintaining a Record of Processing Activities (RoPA), conducting DPIAs, managing data subject rights, and preparing for audits. The platform reinforces practical compliance, not just theory.
What’s included with a Shield or Assist subscription?
Shield clients receive DPO-led onboarding, tailored dashboards, custom branding, and direct training integration. Assist clients access guided content, pre-built templates, and platform support, perfect for internal DPOs or risk/compliance leads.
Can we track learner progress and completions?
Yes. XpertAcademy includes client-specific dashboards (no third-party data risk) showing enrolments, completions, and learning gaps, filterable by course, team, or role. These dashboards help support audit evidence and team accountability.
Is XpertAcademy secure and privacy-compliant?
Absolutely. XpertAcademy is built and hosted by XpertDPO within a secure environment. All learner data remains under your control, with no third-party processing. SSO, access control, and minimal data collection are standard.
How long does onboarding take?
Onboarding is fast and structured. Most organisations are live in days, not weeks. We handle SSO setup or secure user upload, role assignments, and welcome content. Optional walkthroughs help learners get started confidently.
How do we get started with XpertAcademy?
Simply contact us to discuss your organisation’s compliance training needs. We’ll help you scope the right fit, whether you’re seeking a full-service solution or a scalable compliance toolkit. No hard sell, just honest, expert guidance.