Who should take the DTSp® – AI Management pathway?

It is ideal for cybersecurity professionals, risk managers, AI project leaders, consultants, and organisations building AI governance capability.

What certifications are included?

The pathway includes eight certifications: DTP® Foundation, NCSC RMF, ISO 31000, Secure by Design, NCSP®, ISO/IEC 42001 Implementer, ISO/IEC 42001 Auditor, and AIP.

How long do I have to complete the pathway?

Learners have 12 months to complete all courses, with flexible scheduling.

What skills will I gain?

You will gain skills in AI governance, AI risk, AI assurance, cybersecurity, secure-by-design, and responsible AI deployment.

Do members receive discounted pricing?

Yes. DigitalTrust® Collective, Professional, Veteran, Graduate and Student Members receive 40% off the listed price.

Digital Trust Specialist® (DTSp®)
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Q: What is the Digital Trust Specialist® (DTSp®) – AI Management pathway?

It is a professional pathway that develops competencies in AI governance, AI risk management, cybersecurity, and digital trust.

The Digital Trust Specialist® (DTSp®) - AI Management - pathway develops the competencies required to lead the safe, secure, ethical and trustworthy deployment of AI systems.

AI now underpins critical business processes, public services, and digital ecosystems. Trust in AI depends on security, risk management, governance, transparency, and responsible design.

This pathway equips professionals to ensure AI systems are legal, safe, secure, reliable, and aligned with organisational and societal expectations.

Why AI Management Matters for Digital Trust

AI introduces new forms of risk:

opaque decision‑making
data quality and bias
model security and adversarial threats
regulatory non‑compliance
safety, reliability, and misuse
ethical and societal impact

Professionals who can govern these risks will shape the future of digital trust, AI assurance, and responsible innovation.

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What You Will Learn

Graduates of the Digital Trust Specialist® (DTSp®) - AI Management - pathway develop capabilities in:

Digital Trust fundamentals
AI governance & assurance
AI risk management aligned to ISO 31000 and NCSC RMF
AI safety, security & resilience
Secure‑by‑Design for AI systems
AI lifecycle management (design → deployment → monitoring)
Regulatory alignment (EU AI Act, UK/EU/US frameworks)
Ethical AI & transparency requirements
Organisational AI readiness & capability building
AI Assurance and audit

Who This Pathway Is For

Ideal for:

Cybersecurity professionals expanding into AI governance
Risk managers and compliance leaders
AI project managers and product owners
Data, analytics, and ML professionals
Consultants delivering AI assurance services
Organisations building AI governance capability

Outcomes & Professional Recognition

On completion, participants will leave with:

8 industry‑recognised qualifications
The capability to contribute to AI governance, cybersecurity, and digital trust programmes
Eligibility to use the Digital Trust Specialist® (DTSp®) designation
A portfolio of skills aligned to ISO/IEC 42001, NIST, NCSC, and global AI governance frameworks

On the pathway, learners will complete the following 8 courses:

Digital Trust Professional® (DTP®) Foundation Certificate

Digital Trust Professional® (DTP®) NCSC Risk Management Framework (RMF) Foundation Certificate

Certified ISO 31000 Risk Manager

Digital Trust Professional® (DTP®) NCSC Secure by Design (SbD) Foundation Certificate

NIST Cybersecurity Professional® (NCSP®) Foundation Certificate

Certified ISO/IEC 42001 Lead Implementer

Certified ISO/IEC 42001 Lead Auditor

Artificial Intelligence Practitioner (AIP)

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Pricing & DTI® Membership Benefits

£14,760.00 (+ VAT) when purchased as a complete pathway.
The Digital Trust Institute® (DTI®) Members receive 30% OFF listed pricing.
Course access is flexible but must be completed within 12 months.

Pathway Learning

Digital Trust Professional® (DTP®) Foundation Certificate - 2-day Instructor led
Digital Trust Professional® (DTP®) NCSC Risk Management Framework (NCSC RMF) Foundation Certificate - 2-day Instructor led
Certified ISO 31000 Risk Manager - self-paced, eLearning, with exam voucher
Digital Trust Professional® (DTP®) NCSC Secure by Design (SbD) Foundation Certificate - 2-day Instructor led
NIST Cybersecurity Professional® (NCSP®) Foundation Certificate - 2-day Instructor led
Certified ISO/IEC 42001 Lead Implementer - self-paced, eLearning, with exam voucher
Certified ISO/IEC 42001 Lead Auditor - self-paced, eLearning with, exam voucher
Artificial Intelligence Practitioner Certificate (AIP) - self-paced, eLearning, with lifetime access