PCI DSS Foundation Training Course

Training course outline

The PCI DSS Foundation Training Course provides a comprehensive introduction to PCI DSS v3.2.1. Delivered by an experienced PCI DSS consultant, this one-day course explains the requirements of the Standard and how they can be applied to protect payment card data within your organisation.

You will get an understanding of:

• The basics of the PCI DSS and why it important to secure your customers’ payment card data.
• The 6 control objectives and 12 technical and business requirements of the Standard.
• PCI DSS merchant level definitions and their requirements.
• The enforcement process and the implications of non-compliance.
• Demonstrating compliance with SAQs (self-assessment questionnaires) or external audits.

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COVID-19: remote delivery options

We would like to reassure our clients that all training courses will go ahead as scheduled during the current COVID-19 situation. As a company that fully embraces flexible and remote working, we have adjusted our delivery methods to allow you to learn from anywhere. Our Classroom / Live Online delivery option enables you to attend either in person or online. Please also refer to our COVID-19 policy.

PCI DSS Foundation Training Course benefits

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“Kamala was very good and the course was informative. Kamala's ability to be able to allow the delegates to engage with the content yet keep the pace of things going was excellent. Excellent trainer and obviously very competent in her field.”

- Nick Hunwicks, Payment Consultant

Who should attend this course?

Anybody accepting credit card payments, including merchants, third-party service providers and acquirers. The course is suitable for a broad audience, including departments such as finance, internal audits, IT and sales and business. 

This course is also suitable for executives, managers, staff, and anyone who is interested in learning more about the PCI DSS and its requirements. 

Your Learning Path

Find out how the PCI DSS Foundation Training Course will help you start or enhance your knowledge and career.

This course is an essential component of the following learning path:

• Information Security roles

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Why choose IT Governance for your training needs?

• We’re a QSA (Qualified Security Assessor) – we’re approved by the PCI SCC (Security Standards Council), which means we regularly audit PCI compliance across a wide range of organisations.
• Trained by industry experts – our trainers are working consultants with years of practical, hands-on experience.
• Pass first time or train again for free – we have trained more than 17,000 people and we’re confident you’ll pass with us first time. If you don’t, we’ll train you again for free.*
• Learn from anywhere – as a company that fully embraces flexible and remote working, we have adjusted our delivery methods to allow you to learn from anywhere. Our Classroom / Live Online delivery option enables you to attend either in person or online.
• Access your training anywhere – all our course materials are provided as a digital copy, allowing you to access them anywhere and at any time. Documents will be made available 20 days before your course.
• Business solutions to suit you – whether you’re a multinational wanting us to manage all your training needs or a small business wishing to boost your workforce skills, we offer a range of training solutions.

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