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Free Level 2 Cyber Security Course Online – CT Skills

CostFREE
Duration10 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 work, family, or other commitments. Over 10 weeks, you'll build a solid understanding of cyber security principles, including how to identify threats, manage risks, and protect data in workplace and personal settings. Cyber security awareness is increasingly expected across all industries, making this a practical qualification to add to your CV. This is a free cyber security course for adults aged 19 and over.

Who this course is for

Our Principles of Cyber Security course is suitable for anyone who is looking to develop an understanding of cyber security within the workplace. Cyber security awareness is essential in our personal lives as well as at work. With our increasing dependence on cyberspace, the digital revolution also brings new risks that we need to understand and address. Cyber security training has never been more important.

Entry requirements

Aged 19+ as of 31st August 2024. Lived in the EU for 3 years. Available fully funded. Do not hold the same qualification.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand the key principles of cyber security and why they matter in the workplace.
  • You'll identify common cyber threats, including phishing, malware, and social engineering.
  • You'll learn how organisations manage and reduce cyber security risks.
  • You'll explore how to protect personal and business data online.
  • You'll understand relevant legislation and compliance requirements around data security.
  • You'll recognise safe practices for using networks, devices, and online services.

How you will learn

The course is delivered fully online, so you study when and where suits you. Assessment is through online assignments and written tasks that test your understanding of cyber security principles. There are no exams to sit in person. You submit your work digitally, and feedback is provided to support your progress through the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. CT Skills will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Cyber Security Analyst: monitor systems and respond to security threats
  • IT Support Technician: troubleshoot issues with an awareness of security risks
  • Network Administrator: manage and secure organisational networks
  • Data Protection Officer (junior): support compliance with data security policies
  • IT Helpdesk Advisor: first-line support with a grounding in cyber awareness
  • Information Security Assistant: help maintain security standards across a business

What you could study next

A level 2 cyber security qualification is a strong starting point for further study in the field. You could progress to a Level 3 Certificate or Diploma in IT or Cyber Security to deepen your technical knowledge. From there, industry certifications such as CompTIA Security+ are widely recognised by employers and can open doors to more specialist roles. A Level 4 or degree-level qualification in Cyber Security or Networking is the route toward senior analyst and security engineer positions.

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