Certificate in Cyber Security

Learn the Skills to Secure Company and Business Systems with Cybersecurity

Empower yourself with the Certificate in Cyber Security. This course is not just another academic exercise; it's a comprehensive toolkit designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge to defend against cyber attacks and secure digital assets and information. It covers everything from understanding the nitty-gritty of vulnerability assessments to mastering the art of cryptography.

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Start Date
Start Anytime
Duration
Self-paced. Approximately 200 hours to complete the course, which has 2 key modules made up of 22 subjects.
Delivery
Flexible, online, self-paced learning with dedicated mentor support.

Course Overview

Course Modules

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Career Outcomes

This course is aimed at people interested in working in:

  • Network Security
  • Network Engineering
  • Information Technology
  • Cyber Security
  • Information & Data Security 
  • Small Business Management

Course Fees Include

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Who Will This Course Interest?

This course is a beginner-level course and will lay a sound foundation of knowledge and skills that can grow with experience and further study. Information Technology is a competitive field, and this course will help you develop and strengthen your skills and knowledge to become more successful in cybersecurity or a similar role and ensure you stand out from the competitors. Learning the basics of effective cyber security processes, while understanding information security when dealing with different kinds of cyber attacks, malware and cyber threats are broad skills that can be useful and implemented in several cyber security roles.

Student Support

You’ll be fully supported with access to an allocated student support advisor, mentor and course consultants, who are available 5 days per week.

Assessments

Assessments are an important part of your study journey as they help ensure you stay on track and meet the learning objectives of each lesson before moving on to the next. They also help your student support advisor and mentors identify where any further support may be required so that you get the most out of your course. You will learn via various methods; a combination of reading, undertaking research and watching videos. Assessments might include case studies, quizzes, and written assessments.

Certification

Upon completing the course, you will receive a Statement of Attainment for each certificate completed and a Certificate of Completion.

Course Accreditation

CPD Endorsed

This course is fully CPD endorsed, which means each of the course modules is globally recognised for Continuing Professional Development (CPD). Completing CPD-endorsed courses gives you CPD points that are recognised by employers and can be used in your resume, professional industry membership, or future career as a professional. Every student receives a digital badge of CPD points that is portable, sharable and verifiable for the study they have completed.

1 hour of learning = 1 CPD point 

The CPD body has evaluated The Learning Group's courses. Independent subject matter experts have reviewed all learning materials, student policies, and procedures. These experts assessed the learning objectives, course content, and end-of-course assessments for each course. As a result, the CPD body has endorsed the learning programs for continuing professional development purposes.

The Learning Group has been accredited by the Professional Development Consortium and achieved Dual Accreditation & Training Excellence through the CPD Standards Office.

The International Council for Online Educational Standards (ICOES) Accredited

This course is accredited by ICOES — ensuring you receive high-quality education and content.

International Approval and Registration Centre (IARC) Endorsed

The Learning Group is an approved and recognised member of IARC. The IARC is an International association which recognises quality and excellence in education providers in tertiary education.

Payment Options

You can choose either an interest-free weekly payment plan starting from just $26 per week or you can pay the course fees upfront, with a substantial discount. 

To get the total course cost you’ll need to talk to The Learning Group’s course advisors as pricing is based on the payment option selected, qualification type, your individual study requirements, course options and additions and current promotions. 

Course Entry Requirements

There are no prerequisites to enrol in this course. However, you must be able to read, analyse and comprehend printed information in English. You must be able to write statements and solve problems to complete the course. You must also have reliable access to a computer and a reliable internet connection and have basic computer skills.

About The Course

Unlock the Vault to Your Digital Fortress: Understand the Art of Cyber Security

Are you aware of the digital footprints you leave behind every time you go online? Do you know how vulnerable your personal and organisational data can be to cyber threats? If these questions make you pause, it's time to empower yourself with the Certificate in Cyber Security, offered by The Learning Group. This course is not just another academic exercise. It’s a comprehensive toolkit designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge to defend against cyber attacks and secure digital assets and information. It covers everything from understanding the nitty-gritty of vulnerability assessments to mastering the art of cryptography.

The course is divided into two robust parts that offer a 360-degree view of cybersecurity. Part 1 delves deep into securing your online digital footprint, wireless network vulnerabilities, and ongoing security management. You'll also learn about firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and access control mechanisms. Part 2 takes you through the ethical dimensions of information security, risk management, and the importance of developing and implementing security policies. It's not just about understanding the threats but proactively setting up defences to counteract them.

The digital landscape is ever-changing, and so are the threats that come with it. This course prepares you for real-world challenges by teaching you how to assess and minimise vulnerabilities in various scenarios. You'll learn to conduct vulnerability assessments, secure facilities, and networks, and develop disaster recovery strategies. It's a comprehensive guide to becoming a digital fortress.

Upon completion, you'll be well-equipped to take on roles such in cyber security, information technology, network security and much more. In a world where information is power, this course is your stepping stone to becoming a guardian of that power. Don't just be another IT professional; be the one who stands out with specialised skills in cybersecurity. Secure your future today with the Certificate in Cyber Security.

Study from $25 Per Week

Want to study for the Certificate in Cyber Security but can’t afford to pay upfront? No problem! This course comes with a super affordable payment plan option. Simply pay as low as $25 per week towards until the course is paid off and stress less.

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