Free Level 3 Networking and Cybersecurity Course. Study online, fully funded, and at your own pace. You need to be 19 or over, a UK or EU resident for at least three years, and have access to a laptop or PC with a stable internet connection. The course covers data communications, network management, ethical hacking, and network threats and vulnerabilities. It typically takes around 19 days to complete.
Who this course is for
Power up your cyber security knowledge with this Networking & Cybersecurity course. Learn essential new skills such as ethical hacking, project network support and threats and vulnerabilities. Complete the programme to earn an industry-recognised Level 3 qualification in Networking & Cybersecurity.
Entry requirements
Aged 19+
UK / EU resident for 3+ years
Eligible to work in the UK
Good standard of Maths and English
Access to a PC / Laptop with a stable internet connection
What you will learn
You'll understand the fundamentals of data communications and how networks operate.
You'll develop network management skills used in IT and security roles.
You'll learn the basics of ethical hacking and how it is used to identify weaknesses.
You'll gain knowledge of network threats and vulnerabilities and how to respond to them.
You'll understand access control and how it protects systems and data.
You'll build project management awareness in the context of network support.
How you will learn
The course is delivered entirely online, so you can study when it suits you. You'll work through course materials at your own pace and complete assessments online. You need a laptop or PC and a stable internet connection to take part. Assessment is based on the work you complete throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
You'll need a laptop or PC with a stable internet connection. Back to Work Training will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Cyber Security Analyst: monitor and protect networks from threats
Network Support Technician: maintain and troubleshoot IT networks
IT Security Officer: oversee security policies and access controls
Junior Penetration Tester: test systems for vulnerabilities using ethical hacking
IT Support Specialist: resolve technical issues across systems and networks
What you could study next
Level 4 Diploma in Cyber Security: deepen your technical knowledge and move into more senior analyst or security engineer roles.
CompTIA Security+ or Network+: vendor-neutral certifications that many employers in IT security look for alongside a Level 3 networking and cybersecurity qualification.
Degree-level study in Cybersecurity or Computer Networks: for those aiming toward specialist or management roles in the sector.
