Cyber Security online video course

Cyber Security online course description

First, the course will identify potential 'cyber threat actors' who initiate cybercrime, along with looking at the main motivations behind cyber-attacks on individuals and organisations. On a more practical level, you'll learn how to recognise and deal effectively with phishing attempts. The course will highlight the importance of keeping passwords secure and cover security for devices, such as smartphones, laptops, tablets or desktop computers. You'll learn how to report a suspected cyber attack, and what to do if you genuinely make a mistake. Finally, we'll underline the importance of cooperation and show how working closely together helps overcome a wide range of cybersecurity issues.

Cyber Security online course Target audience

The course is aimed at employees at all levels of an organisation as it provides an overview of some of the most common cyber security threats encountered in business.

Cyber Security online course objectives

• Understand Cyber Threats: Gain insight into the risks posed by cyber-attacks and data breaches, and the motivations behind them.
• Identify Cyber Threat Actors: Learn who initiates cybercrime and the driving factors behind cyber-attacks targeting individuals and organisations.
• Practical Defenses: Discover how to set up effective defenses against cyber threats, including secure password practices and device protection for smartphones, laptops, and other devices.
• Recognise and Respond to Phishing: Learn to identify phishing attempts and handle them effectively.
• Incident Reporting: Understand how to report a suspected cyber attack and respond if a mistake is made.
• Importance of Cooperation: Explore how collaboration within organisations helps address a wide range of cybersecurity challenges.

Cyber Security online course structure

This comprehensive course on Cyber Security is structured to cover the following essential topics:

• Cyber Security – An Overview
• Combating Cyber Attacks

Cyber Security online course Accreditation & certification

The Cyber Security E-Learning course is approved by leading industry bodies IIRSM and CPD.