Free Level 1 Cybersecurity Course in Nottingham. Classes run at DBC Training Nottingham. You'll study full-time during the day, covering the core principles of cybersecurity: how threats work, how to spot them, and how to reduce risk. The course takes around 10 hours in total, making it a focused introduction to a fast-growing field. To join, you need to be 19 or over, unemployed and not in full-time education, and a British or EU citizen (or have lived in the UK for three or more years).
Who this course is for
Our Level 1 Award in Cyber Security is an introductory qualification designed to provide participants with foundational knowledge and understanding of cyber security principles and practices. This course equips learners with essential skills to identify and mitigate common cyber threats, ensuring a basic level of cyber hygiene and awareness.
Entry requirements
19+
Unemployed and not in full-time education
A British/EU citizen or have lived in the UK for 3 years or more
What you will learn
You'll identify common cyber threats and how they target individuals and organisations.
You'll understand the principles of cyber hygiene and why they matter in everyday digital life.
You'll recognise safe and unsafe online behaviours.
You'll learn how to reduce the risk of data breaches and unauthorised access.
You'll explore the basics of password security, phishing, and social engineering.
You'll build foundational knowledge of how organisations protect their systems and data.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at DBC Training Nottingham, with a tutor guiding you through the material. The course is delivered face-to-face over approximately 10 hours. Assessment is based on the Gateway Qualifications Level 1 Award in Cybersecurity specification. The centre will confirm the exact assessment format before you start.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. DBC Training Nottingham will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Cyber security analyst: monitor systems and respond to threats
IT support technician: first-line technical help for users and networks
Help desk analyst: troubleshoot issues and flag security concerns
Data entry and admin roles: where basic cyber awareness is increasingly required
Junior network support assistant: entry-level role in IT infrastructure teams
What you could study next
Level 2 Certificate in Cyber Security: the natural next step, going deeper into network security, risk management, and security tools.
CompTIA IT Fundamentals (ITF+): a widely recognised entry-level IT qualification that pairs well with cybersecurity knowledge.
Level 3 Certificate in Cyber Security: moves you toward roles like junior security analyst or IT security technician, and opens doors to further professional study.
