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Free Level 2 Cyber Security Course Online – Academy Transformation Trust Further Education

CostFREE
Duration110 hours
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 study around your existing commitments. Over 110 hours, you'll cover the core principles of cyber security: how cyber threats work, how organisations protect their data, and the techniques used to keep systems secure. The course is open to adults aged 19 and over who have been resident in the EU for at least three years.

Who this course is for

In an increasingly digital world, cyber security is fast becoming a main concern for many organisations. With complex online scams and cyber crime, its essential that organisations have an understanding of preventative measures to maintain cyber security, including techniques and security checks needed to store data securely. This online course is a key starting point for anyone looking to begin their career in cyber security.

This course is FREE for eligible learners. Please enquire further with us regarding the eligibility requirements.

Entry requirements

You must be 19+ at the beginning of the academic year to enrol on this course and be a resident within the EU for 3 years+.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand how common cyber threats and online scams operate.
  • You'll learn the principles organisations use to protect data and systems.
  • You'll explore techniques for storing data securely.
  • You'll identify preventative measures used to maintain cyber security.
  • You'll understand the legal and ethical responsibilities around data protection.
  • You'll learn how to recognise vulnerabilities in digital systems.

How you will learn

This is a fully online course. You'll study through digital learning materials and complete assessments online. Assessment is based on the principles covered throughout the course. You'll have an initial assessment before you start to confirm this is the right level for you.

What you will need to bring

You'll need a device with internet access to study and complete your assessments. Academy Transformation Trust Further Education 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 support with security awareness
  • Network Security Assistant: help protect organisational networks
  • Data Protection Administrator: support GDPR compliance and data handling
  • IT Helpdesk Advisor: troubleshoot issues with a security-informed approach
  • Junior Security Operations Centre (SOC) Analyst: entry-level threat monitoring role

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Certificate or Diploma in Cyber Security: builds on this foundation with more technical depth, covering network security, ethical hacking principles, and incident response.
  • CompTIA Security+: a widely used vendor-neutral certification that many employers look for when hiring for cyber security analyst roles.
  • Level 3 IT qualifications: broaden your technical knowledge across networking, systems, and infrastructure.
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