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This course offers employees a thorough understanding of cybercrime, covering the latest threats and the critical protective methods used to maintain robust cybersecurity. Participants will gain insight into common cybercrime tactics, such as phishing, malware, and social engineering, and learn how to identify vulnerabilities within systems.

The course also focuses on practical strategies for preventing, detecting, and responding to security breaches, ensuring that employees are equipped with the skills to protect both company data and personal information. By completing this course, your workforce will be better prepared to recognise potential risks and implement security measures, ultimately contributing to a more secure and resilient organisation.

Key Facts

Duration

6 weeks

Funding

Fully funded for Greater Manchester residents who meet the eligibility criteria.

Delivery Location

Online

Qualification

On successful completion, learners will achieve a Level 2 Award in Cybersecurity.

Course details

The course will cover:

  • Types of threats to IT systems and data
  • Factors that affect the vulnerability of IT systems and data
  • Measures to protect IT systems and data from current and evolving threats
  • Different physical security measures used to protect IT systems and data
  • User access control systems to restrict unauthorised access
  • How ethical hacking can be used to protect IT systems and data
  • Legal requirements and IT security policies and procedures in place to protect IT systems and data
  • Ethical and unethical conduct when using IT systems

Entry requirements 

There are no entry requirements for this course.

Learners will need access to the following:

  • A computer 
  • Microsoft Teams
  • Microsoft Office Software 

Eligibility for funding:

This course is FREE for individuals who are:

  • Employed or unemployed
  • A resident of Greater Manchester
  • Aged 19 or over at the start of the course
  • Earning less than £25,750 per year

Progression

After completing the Level 2 Award in Cybersecurity, learners can progress to a variety of pathways. They may choose to pursue further study in more advanced cybersecurity qualifications or other specialised courses in areas like network security or ethical hacking.

Learners may also consider pursuing industry certifications, such as CompTIA Security+ or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), to further enhance their expertise and employability in the growing field of cybersecurity.

 

 

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