ICDL – Cyber Security

Is This for You?

For individuals and organisations, it is important to understand good practice in maintaining a secure network connection, using the internet safely and securely, and managing data and information. This module covers concepts around secure information and data, physical security, privacy, and identity theft.

Award and Associated Qualifications

Accredited CPD Centre

Awarded 20 CPD points upon successful completion

Courses Start Date
Start Date
Flexible
Courses Study Type
Study Type
In centre, online, or a combination
Courses Training Type
Training Type
Course
Course Duration
Duration
20 hours

About This Course

ICDL Workforce modules combine cutting-edge e-learning with a brief certification test to demonstrate your mastery of the relevant concepts and good practice.

Security Concepts

Data threats, value of information, personal security, file security

Malware

Definition and function, types, protection

Network Security

Networks, network connections, wireless security, access control

Secure Web Use

Web browsing, social networking

Communications

E-mail, instant messaging

Secure Data Management

Securing and backing-up data, secure destruction

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Aims and Objectives

On completion of this course, you will be able to:

  • understand the key concepts of IT security
  • recognise good practice in protecting computers, devices, and networks
  • understand the types of risk that pose a threat to security
  • know how to use the internet and communication channels securely
  • recognise good practice in secure data management.

Pre-Requisites

None.

Finance Options

Wherever possible our training is tailored to your needs. The cost of our training programmes depend on the course(s) you choose and varies according to duration and breadth. Rest assured we have a number of payment options available to ensure the cost of training is affordable and can be worked alongside your other financial commitments. Common ways people fund their training include: –

Self-Funded:

  • Flexible payment plans to help you spread the cost* available at many of our centres;
  • You could opt to pay upfront.

Company Funded:

Requesting funding from your employers needn’t be a daunting task. Many employers support and encourage their employees with their professional development and consider it a worthwhile investment to fund any training required.

What we can help with:

  • Providing a comprehensive training programme outlining learning outcomes
  • Tailored personnel letters
  • Communication with finance departments to arrange payment options (upfront or payment plan*).

* Terms and Conditions apply. Speak to a Course Advisor for full information on the options available to you.

Career Path

Upon successful conclusion of this course, you could demonstrate your willingness to learn about Cyber Security by adding a digital badge to your LinkedIn profile.Upon successful conclusion of this course, you could demonstrate your willingness to learn about Cyber Security by adding a digital badge to your LinkedIn profile.

What’s the Difference?

We offer a range of training packages in a range of subject areas and can offer blended learning opportunities to best meet your needs.

Pitman Training Type Course

Our courses are practical in nature and focus on a single subject and can last anywhere from a few hours to a few days.

Pitman Training Type Course

Diplomas are designed to give you a complete skillset mapped to a specific career path and contain a number of core and elective courses.

Flexible Training That Works for You

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