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Level 3 Cyber Security Course in Waltham Forest – Waltham Forest College Forest Road – Full-time

Cost£3,345.00
Duration28 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Level 3 Cyber Security Course in Waltham Forest. Classes run at Waltham Forest College Forest Road, full-time during the day. The course runs for 28 weeks and covers the core knowledge and practical skills behind protecting digital systems and data. You'll study topics central to the cyber security qualification, including threats, vulnerabilities, risk management, and secure network practices. This level 3 cyber security classes route suits those who want focused, structured daytime study. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you.

Who this course is for

You may be eligible to study for free if you are aged 24+ and this is your first full Level 3 qualification.

Our Motor Vehicle Engineering course is designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills to access the Motor Vehicle Industry. Once you have completed your hands-on mechanics training, you will be industry ready.

Throughout the course you will be trained and assessed to achieve an IMI qualification. You will also receive training which reflects the reality of the industry and will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the skills and knowledge required to progress your career.

The course is scheduled over 3 days per week and will be a mixture of theory and practical across the year.

Entry requirements

The entry requirements for this course are:

  • Must hold a level 2 Diploma in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand how cyber threats are identified and categorised.
  • You'll learn how to protect networks and systems from unauthorised access.
  • You'll explore security principles including confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
  • You'll study common attack types such as phishing, malware, and social engineering.
  • You'll learn how organisations respond to and recover from security incidents.
  • You'll develop awareness of legal and ethical responsibilities in cyber security.
  • You'll gain practical knowledge of tools and techniques used to monitor and defend systems.

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom at Waltham Forest College Forest Road, with tutor-led sessions throughout the 28-week course. Assessment is based on the requirements of the NCFE Certificate in Cyber Security Practices. You'll be assessed through a combination of assignments and practical tasks that test your understanding of cyber security concepts and practices. Your tutor will guide you through each topic and support you in completing your assessments.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Waltham Forest College Forest Road 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 Technician: protect and maintain secure network infrastructure
  • Security Operations Centre (SOC) Analyst: detect and investigate security incidents
  • Junior Penetration Tester: test systems for vulnerabilities under supervision
  • Information Security Administrator: manage access controls and security policies

What you could study next

  • Level 4 Diploma in Cyber Security: deepens technical knowledge and prepares you for specialist analyst roles.
  • CompTIA Security+: a widely used vendor-neutral certification that many employers look for in cyber security hiring.
  • Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH): a recognised qualification for those moving into penetration testing and offensive security work.
  • A degree-level programme in Cyber Security or Computing, if you want to move into senior or specialist roles over time.
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