Course Duration: 25+ minutes
This CPD-certified Cyber Security Awareness Training course equips users with comprehensive knowledge of cyber attacks and tools to protect against them.
The course helps users recognise cyber threats, avoid potentially harmful actions and protect confidential information from cybercriminals. It includes practical steps to protect computers, networks and data from unauthorised access.
| Course Duration | 25+ minutes |
|---|---|
| Approval body | CPD |
| Format | Fully online |
| Assessment | Multiple choice |
| Certification | Same-day digital certificate |
| Certificate Valid For | 3 years |
This course contains the following sections:
Explores different types of hacking software and how they damage systems and networks.
Explains how social threats work, including social engineering, phishing, spear phishing and Business Email Compromise (BEC).
Explores measures to detect and protect against malware attacks.
Examines security measures to protect your valuable data from social threats.
The course certificate includes:
A CPD-certified certificate will be available for download and printing instantly upon course completion.
Users must complete an assessment before earning their certificate.
The end-of-course test is:
A score of 80% is required to pass.
Technology alone cannot provide foolproof protection from cyber attacks and data breaches. Research shows that more than 90% of the data breaches involve human error. According to the IBM Data Breach Report 2023, the average cost of a data breach in 2023 was approximately £3.51 million.
Around half of all UK businesses and charities identify at least one security breach every month. These breaches can be avoided by providing cyber security training for employees at all levels. Training equips staff with the knowledge and skills to recognise, prevent and respond to cyber attacks effectively.
Our cyber security course reduces the likelihood of human error and strengthens overall defences against growing cyber threats. It includes simple and practical steps to protect computers, networks and data from unauthorised access.
Employers have duties under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA) and Network and Information Systems (NIS) Regulations 2018 to take reasonable steps to protect data, networks and systems.
They must:
Failure to ensure cyber security and compliance with these legislations may lead to data breaches, financial loss and reputational damage. It can also incur legal repercussions, such as fines, penalties, and prohibition notices.
Our online Cyber Security Awareness course is suitable for all businesses and employees at any level. It provides users with a comprehensive knowledge of cyber threats and shares practical steps to protect computers, networks and data from unauthorised access.
The course ensures employees understand their role in enhancing and enforcing the organisation’s cyber security.
This training explores common cyber threats, best practices for protecting sensitive information and how to respond to security incidents.
All employees, regardless of their position, should undergo cyber security training. It helps ensure they understand their role in protecting data and systems.
Yes. We offer online cyber security awareness training for employees. They can complete the course from anywhere with internet access at their own pace.
This is not mandatory for businesses in the UK. However, it is strongly recommended that employers provide this training to their employees. Training helps staff protect data from cyberattacks and supports compliance with regulations such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA).
Our cyber security course explains how to recognise phishing attempts and common tactics. It also covers best practices to avoid falling victim to phishing attacks.
It covers three main areas: software threats, social threats and security measures to protect against them and safeguard systems.
After passing the course assessment, you’ll be awarded a training certificate accredited by CPD (the Continuing Professional Development Certification Service).
Certificates are valid for three years. After this, it’s necessary to retake the training to renew your certification and refresh your knowledge.
IT security awareness training is priced at £25 +VAT for a single trainee. Discounted rates are available for bulk purchases. Click on ‘Discount’ beneath the ‘Buy Now’ button for more details.
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