EXIN Privacy & Data Protection Essentials FAQs

Get your doubts cleared with the best EXIN Privacy & Data Protection Essentials FAQs.

What is EXIN Privacy & Data Protection Essentials exam?

The EXIN Privacy and Data protection essentials certification specifically test their candidate’s knowledge of their basic understanding of data protection in the context of the GDPR. In this era of modernization data, privacy and protection is the most concerning issue. With the rising concern of data protection and privacy, the European Union (EU) aims to strengthen data protection for all individuals within the European Union (EU). Moreover, this certification covers all the main subjects related to GDPR, which should be known by everyone working in the field of data privacy and protection.

What is the EXIN Privacy and Data protection essentials exam format?

• Firstly, Video Proctoring, candidates give their exam while a recording will be made to judge your exam performance after you have taken it.
• Lastly, Live Proctoring, a proctor is appointed for the candidate in real-time who monitors you while you take the exam.

How many questions will be asked in EXIN Privacy and Data protection essentials exam?

The EXIN Privacy and Data protection essentials exam contains 20 multiple-choice questions.

What is the time duration to complete the EXIN Privacy and Data protection essentials exam?

The time allotted to complete the exam is 30 minutes.

How to register yourself for the examination?

• Firstly, you must log in to EXIN to make an exam purchase.
• Secondly, choose the desired certification that you would like to attain.
• Thirdly, choose your preferable language in which you want to take your exam.
• Fourthly, choose the certification method that suits you and then you can download the Preparation Guide and Sample exam also.
• Fifthly, book your exam on the spot or later. If you are ready to give the exam then choose your preferable place.
• Lastly, You can see the overview and pay for exam. Remember, the cost depends from which place you are appearing for the examination.

Can the exam get cancelled?

• Accredited Exam Organization: If your exam is already booked and arranged through the exam organization, you need to contact them directly if you are unable to take your scheduled exam. This will help you to cancel and reschedule your exam.

• Accredited Exam Organization: If your exam is already booked and arranged through the exam organization, you need to contact them directly if you are unable to take your scheduled exam. This will help you to cancel and reschedule your exam.
• EXIN Anywhere Video Recorded exam: Video Recorded exam is available for 21 days after placing your order. You can take the exam at any time and date convenient to you within the assigned 21 days.
• EXIN Anywhere Live Proctored exam: Live Proctored exam is also available for 21 days after placing your order. If you are unable to make the appointment, you can reschedule up to the next 24 hours. Please note that the new exam date needs to be within the initial 21 days availability period. 

What is the course outline for the EXIN Privacy and Data protection essentials exam?

• Privacy & Data Protection Fundamentals and Regulations
• Organizing Data Protection
• The practice of Data Protection

What is the question format in the exam?

Each question has four-options with one correct answer each.

Is the examination open book?

No, the EXIN TPI NEXT® Foundation exam is not an open book examination.

What are the passing scores?

The passing score for this exam is 65%.

When will I get my results?

If you have taken your exam through EXIN Anywhere, your temporary result will be provided immediately. EXIM aim to provide your final result within two weeks.  If you have taken your exam with one of the Accredited Partners, all the documents regarding the exam will first need to be returned to EXIN for processing. EXIN aim to provide you with the final result within 3 days after we receive the required documents from our Accredited Partner. 

How can I review my exam?

You can review the exam no later than two months after the date of the exam result notification. If you took the exam with one of our Accredited Exam Centers, please contact them directly. The review session will take place at their location. Please note that there are additional fees for this service.

How do I use the exam voucher I have received?

There are instructions for how to redeem your voucher on the voucher itself. The process is explained in more detail in Candidate Voucher Guide. It will show you step-by-step how you can use your voucher to order an exam. 

Does EXIN also provide training?

EXIN develops and offers exams. EXIN does not develop or provide training, in order to keep its independent status.

Can I prepare for an exam through self-study, or should I attend a training?

For many exams, a self-study is an option. However, EXIN recommends taking part in training for every exam. For most exams above foundation level, training is mandatory.

What are the Study Resources for the exam?

EXIN highly recommends its candidates to a training program for an exam like the EXIN Privacy & Data Protection Essentials. Moreover, it’s a candidate’s choice to join a training or prepare by self-study. However, there are two ways one can prepare for this certificate:

• Firstly, by attending an accredited training course provided by Accredited Training Organization. An accredited training course will require a minimum of 21 hours of study run over a minimum of 3 days. They spend more time than indicated and candidates may spend more time again in reading and research. Moreover, Accredited Training Organization includes additional exercises as well.
• Secondly, if candidates want to go for self-study then one can go for it but an advanced level examination like EXIN Privacy & Data Protection Essentials requires special assistance.
• Moreover, EXIN provides its candidates with online sample papers for practice and to get familiar with the exam pattern.

Where can I find Practice Exams?

While preparing for any examination the most important step is to take Practice tests. These tests do not only help you to check your preparation level, build your confidence and time management but also help you to get familiar with different types of questions that are frequently asked in the examination. Moreover, you can take our practice test right now, which consists of questions from basic to advanced level in a systematic manner.