Cybersecurity for Beginners Course

Online 19-22 days Fully Funded

This Cybersecurity for beginners course will provide you with an introduction to a career working in cyber security, focusing on the terminology used, the legal aspects of cybersecurity and the most common threats to be aware of.

  • Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Cybersecurity

    • Level 2 Award in Digital & IT Skills

      • Level 2 Award in Website Design & Development

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Is this Cybersecurity course right for me?

This online introduction to cybersecurity course is perfect for those with little to no experience in cyber, as it’s designed to introduce you to the basic principles of cyber security to prepare you for an entry-level role in the industry. 

It’s also fully funded, at no cost to you, providing you meet the following eligibility criteria.

  • Aged 19+

  • UK / EU resident for 3+ years

  • Unemployed

  • Have access to a PC / Laptop

  • Good standard of Maths & English

Cybersecurity skills you’ll gain

By completing this course, you’ll gain the essential entry-level skills that employers are looking for to help you enter this industry for the first time.  

Cybersecurity skills are some of the most in-demand right now in the UK jobs market, so you’ll give yourself a competitive edge and improve your CV at the same time, with accredited and industry-recognised qualifications on completion of the course.

Knowledge gained
  • Understanding the principles of user access control and the use of firewalls

  • The key terminology used in cyber security

  • Common threats, as well as legal/ethical aspects of cyber security 

Transferable skills
  • Teamworking and interpersonal skills

  • Understanding key legislation and how to use this in the workplace

  • Completing work and projects to deadlines

Funding & how it works

This cybersecurity for beginners course is funded by the UK government, meaning it’s available at no cost to you providing you meet our eligibility criteria.  

To apply, simply out the form on this page, and a member of our enrolment team will contact you to discuss the next start date for the course and your eligibility to join.

Cybersecurity course content

As part of this Principles of Cybersecurity course, you’ll complete key units with the support of your expert Tutor to best prepare you for an entry-level role in this industry.

Cybersecurity progression routes

Once you’ve completed this Level 2 Principles of Cybersecurity course, we can support you onto further learning and apprenticeship opportunities to help kickstart your new career.

Level 3 Course

Networking & Cybersecurity (Level 3 Certificate)

Skills Bootcamp

IT Technician (Level 3)

Apprenticeship

Information Communication Technician (ICT) Apprentice

Level 2 Cybersecurity course FAQs

 

How it works

This is what you can expect once you’ve applied for the course.

  1. Apply
  2. Eligibility call
  3. Enrol
  4. Learn
  5. Complete
  6. Progression support

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From level 0 to 7, we’re here to help. Get in touch to discuss your needs and find the right programme for you.

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