---
url: "https://xcademia.com/courses/dora-compliance-practitioner"
title: DORA Compliance Practitioner
description: "Learn DORA compliance with practical ICT risk, incident reporting, and third-party oversight in a mentor-led, scenario-based training programme."
publishedAt: "2026-03-20T05:58:23.668223+00:00"
updatedAt: "2026-03-30T22:50:53.7265+00:00"
type: course
code: "ITS-0079"
level: Practitioner
duration_days: "3"
track: "Privacy & Data Protection"
category: "IT Service, Governance & Compliance"
credential_tier: tier1
price_gbp: "1998"
---

# DORA Compliance Practitioner

> Understand and implement DORA requirements through a structured, mentor-led approach. Develop practical skills in ICT risk, incident reporting, and third-party oversight using real-world scenarios.

## Overview

The Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) sets a new benchmark for how financial entities manage ICT risk and ensure operational resilience. This course provides a comprehensive, mentor-led introduction to DORA requirements, focusing on how organisations can translate regulatory expectations into practical controls and processes.

You will explore core areas such as ICT risk management, incident classification and reporting, digital resilience testing, and third-party risk oversight. Through practical scenarios, you will learn how to conduct gap assessments, design compliance roadmaps, and integrate DORA into existing governance and risk frameworks.

The programme emphasises implementation and audit readiness, equipping you with the tools and templates needed to demonstrate compliance. By the end of the course, you will be able to support or lead DORA-aligned initiatives within financial institutions and regulated environments.

## Prerequisites

- Basic understanding of IT or cybersecurity
- Familiarity with risk or compliance concepts
- Experience in business or technology environments

## What you will learn

- Design DORA-aligned compliance frameworks
- Analyse ICT risks and controls
- Implement incident reporting processes
- Lead third-party risk oversight programmes
- Communicate regulatory compliance requirements
- Evaluate organisational resilience readiness

## Skills you will gain

- ICT risk management
- Incident reporting frameworks
- Third-party risk oversight
- Regulatory gap analysis
- Compliance documentation
- Resilience testing basics

## Career progression

- DORA Compliance Analyst
- ICT Risk Specialist
- Third-Party Risk Analyst
- Internal Auditor
- GRC Consultant

## Curriculum

1. **Module 1**
2. **Module 2**
3. **Module 3**

## Exam & certification

You will receive an Xcademia certificate of completion based on participation and successful completion of labs and scenario simulations.

## Delivery options

- **Live Online** — Join live instructor-led sessions from anywhere. Interactive, engaging, and flexible.
- **Onsite Training** — We come to you. Training delivered at your workplace for teams of 6 or more.
- **Venue-Based** — Classroom training at a professional venue. Ideal for focused, immersive learning.
- **Blended** — Combine online and in-person learning for maximum flexibility and impact.

## Frequently asked questions

**Who should attend this course?**

Professionals working in financial services, ICT risk, compliance, or audit roles.



**Is this course only for EU-based organisations?**

No, it is relevant globally for organisations aligning with EU regulatory expectations.



**Will I learn how to conduct a DORA gap assessment?**

Yes, practical scenarios include conducting and documenting gap assessments.



**Does the course include real-world examples?**

Yes, it uses practical scenarios and case-based learning throughout.



**What certification will I receive?**

You will receive an Xcademia Practitioner Certificate upon completion.

## Course at a glance

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Code | ITS-0079 |
| Duration | 3 days |
| Level | Practitioner |
| Track | Privacy & Data Protection |
| Category | IT Service, Governance & Compliance |
| Credential tier | tier1 |
| Price (GBP) | £1998 |

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