Secure your world, one click at a time.

Defend, Detect, Dominate: Become the Cyber Shield Every Team Needs—Even if You’re Starting from Zero.

Step into the world of cyber security with confidence. This beginner-friendly course arms you with practical tools to spot threats, defend your data, and prevent attacks before they strike. Whether you're an individual or part of an organisation, you’ll master the art of digital protection through interactive content and real-life case studies. Learn how to think like a hacker, build strong passwords, and use prevention software like a pro. Your online safety starts with you—now’s the time to own it.
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Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Understand the fundamental principles of cybersecurity and the role of cyberspace.

  • Identify various types of malware including viruses, spyware, and Trojans.

  • Recognise common cyber security breaches and how to respond to them.

  • Distinguish between different cyber attacks such as phishing and denial of service.

  • Apply practical prevention techniques like strong passwords and website verification.

  • Protect mobile devices using simple but effective safety protocols.

  • Implement social media best practices to guard against cyber manipulation.

  • Use protective software like firewalls, antivirus, and VPNs to reduce risk.

  • Understand the impact of critical cyber threats such as cyberterrorism and espionage.

  • Explore methods of defense including encryption, intrusion detection, and legal recourse.

Course curriculum

    1. How to Navigate Your Course

    1. Welcome!

    2. Overview

    3. Learning Goals

    1. Overview

    2. What is Cybersecurity?

    3. The Importance of Cybersecurity

    4. Why Cybersecurity Matters

    5. Activity: Reviewing Data Breach Examples

    6. Types of Hackers

    7. Activity: Investigating Hacker Profiles

    8. Scenario Exploration

    9. 2 || Review Questions

    1. Overview

    2. What Are Worms?

    3. Activity: Worm Behavior Simulation

    4. Introduction to Computer Viruses

    5. Activity: Identifying Viruses

    6. Understanding Spyware

    7. Activity: Finding Spyware

    8. An Overview of Trojans

    9. Activity: Dissecting Trojan Attacks

    10. Scenario Exploration

    11. 3 || Review Questions

    1. Overview

    2. Understanding Phishing Scams

    3. Activity: Spotting Phishing Attempts

    4. The Basics of Identity Theft

    5. Online Harassment Explained

    6. What is Cyberstalking?

    7. Scenario Exploration

    8. 4 || Review Questions

    1. Overview

    2. How Passwords Are Cracked

    3. Denial-of-Service (DoS) Attack Basics

    4. Activity: DoS Attack Simulation

    5. What Are Passive Attacks?

    6. Introduction to Penetration Testing

    7. Scenario Exploration

    8. 5 || Review Questions

About this course

  • $25.00
  • 87 lessons

  • Study Model

    Online (Self-paced) - Certificate of Completion Included

  • Duration

    6 - 7 hrs

  • Accreditation

    Pending

  • Skill Level

    Beginner