The purpose of the free Cyber Security course is to provide you with sector awareness. It will do this by introducing the knowledge and understanding in roles and issues relating to Cyber Security.
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The free courses is fully-funded by HM Government.
No fee, no card details and no trial periods.
The certificate is a record of achievement and your reward for completing a nationally recognised qualification.
The free online course takes on average 6 weeks to complete.
This is based on 4-5 hours of weekly study.
The free course is 100% online.
Learn from the security of your home, office or wherever you feel comfortable.
You will complete assessment questions based on the skills and knowledge you have gained from the manageable course units.
A tutor will be allocated who will support you throughout the free course and provide valuable feedback against your assessments.
Our free training is centred around continued professional development.
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This free online course is a key starting point for anyone looking to begin their career in cyber security.
In an increasingly digital world, cyber security is fast becoming a main concern for many organisations.
With complex online scams and cybercrime, it’s essential that organisations have an understanding of preventative measures to maintain cyber security, including techniques and security checks needed to store data securely.
This free course is brilliant for career progression and can open doors to many personal opportunities.
There were approximately 2.39 million instances of cyber crime and approximately 49,000 instances of fraud as a result of cyber crime in the last 12 months.
Develop an understanding of the principles of Cyber Security
Open doors to a rewarding, in-demand career in a Cyber Security related role
Create a sense of belonging and purpose in your personal and professional lives
Receive an accredited certificate – your certificate is a record of achievement and your reward for completing the nationally recognised qualification.
We connect you with training providers that use the UK Government’s Adult Education Budget to fund this free online course.
Eligibility Criteria
*EEA nationals will need to have obtained either pre settlement or settled status and provide evidence of this.
The learner will gain an understanding of the need for cyber security and the impact of cyber crime.
They will also know about the various job functions in the sector and related key skill requirements.
The learner will understand cyber security terminology, and the concept of social engineering.
Learners will understand the key legislation related to cyber security and how to maintain data confidentiality and security.
They will also understand ethical and unethical conduct within cyber security.
Learners will develop an understanding of malicious software and the ways in which a system can be infected.
They will understand common and emerging threats, as well as physical threats to cyber security.
Learners will understand the preventative methods used to maintain cyber security, including the principles of user access control and use of firewalls.
The learner will understand team working and the use of interpersonal skills and communication when working in a cyber security role.
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If you meet the eligibility criteria then YES!
We connect you with learning providers that use government funding, in the form of the Education & Skills Funding Agency (ESFA) and the Adult Educational Budget (AEB).
Cyber Security is a level 2 qualification.
The qualification is accredited by NCFE CACHE and regulated by Ofqual.
All of our courses are accredited by UK government-recognised awarding bodies. These include NCFE CACHE and TQUK, with whom we work closely to ensure our existing courses, and all new ones, meet approved standards of excellence and are certified as such. NCFE CACHE and TQUK are national awarding organisations that design, develops and certifies nationally recognised qualifications and awards.
All qualifications are regulated by Ofqual and are the perfect way to boost any CV.
You can only take one course at a time but you can take up to 7 in one academic year.
No, there are no exams, all courses require you to complete assessment questions based on the knowledge you have just gained from the units.
If you have any queries, you can speak with a Course Adviser on 0800 001 5910 (9am – 5pm | Mon – Fri) or use Live Chat to enrol online (8am – 8pm | Mon – Fri)
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