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Free Level 2 Cyber Security Course Online – Chelmsford College

CostFREE
Duration12 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Cyber Security Course. Study online. You can work through the course at your own pace, fitting it around your existing commitments. Over 12 weeks, you'll build knowledge of cyber security roles, threats, and issues across the digital sector. The course covers six units and uses a portfolio of evidence to assess your learning. You need a working knowledge of ICT digital systems and the ability to use Microsoft Office to enrol. This free cyber security course for adults is funded for learners aged 19 and over.

Who this course is for

The target audience for this online Cyber Security course is individuals aged 19+ who wish to deepen their understanding of Cyber Security issues or expand their existing knowledge. You may be interested in pursuing higher studies in the field or seeking employment in a cyber security related role. However, this course is also beneficial to those who want to increase their awareness of cyber security in their personal lives. Additionally, this course is likely to be free for you with 19+ funding.

Entry requirements

Entry Requirements:

Working knowledge of ICT digital systems and the ability to use Microsoft Office.

Specific Entry Requirements:

On the first day of learning, a learner must be aged 19 or older on 31 August within the 2024 to 2025 funding year to be ESFA funded.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand the key roles and responsibilities within cyber security.
  • You'll learn how organisations identify and respond to cyber threats.
  • You'll explore the legal and ethical frameworks that govern cyber security practice.
  • You'll understand how to protect data and digital systems from common attacks.
  • You'll learn about network security principles and safe online practices.
  • You'll develop knowledge of risk management in digital environments.

How you will learn

You'll study entirely online, working through six mandatory units at your own pace. Assessment is by portfolio of evidence. You'll gather and submit work that demonstrates your understanding across each unit. There are no exams. All study and submission takes place online.

What you will need to bring

You'll need a working knowledge of ICT digital systems and the ability to use Microsoft Office. Chelmsford College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Cyber Security Analyst: monitor systems and respond to security incidents
  • IT Support Technician: troubleshoot and maintain digital infrastructure
  • Network Security Administrator: manage and protect organisational networks
  • Data Protection Officer (junior): support compliance with data privacy rules
  • IT Risk and Compliance Assistant: help organisations manage digital risk
  • Security Operations Centre (SOC) Analyst: entry-level threat monitoring role

What you could study next

A level 2 cyber security qualification is a solid step toward further study in the field. You could progress to a Level 3 Certificate in Cyber Security Practices for more technical depth, a Level 3 Award in Cyber Security Leadership if you're interested in the management side, or a Level 3 Diploma in IT User Skills to broaden your digital credentials. Each of these builds on the knowledge you gain here and moves you closer to roles like Cyber Security Analyst.

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