Free Cyber Security Foundations Course
Start learning cyber security online for free. Build practical foundational skills across 6 units and 18 video lessons, complete assessments and earn your Certificate of Completion. No previous cyber security experience required.
Ready to turn your learning into a career? Progress to our Cyber Security Career Programmes, combining industry-recognised CompTIA certifications, practical skills development, real-world experience and dedicated career support.
Cyber Security Foundations Course
Free
✔ 18 Video Lessons
✔ Worksheets & Resources
✔ Assessments
✔ Certificate of Completion Included
Perfect for learners who want to build foundational cyber security knowledge and explore potential career pathways within the industry.
⭐ MOST POPULAR
Cyber Security Foundations Course + Professional Certification
$39.99
✔ 18 Video Lessons
✔ Worksheets & Resources
✔ Module Assessments
✔ Professional Certification Examination
✔ Certificate of Completion
✔ Professional Certificate
✔ Verified Digital Credential
✔ Professional Digital Badge
✔ Online Verification Page
✔ LinkedIn Sharing
Perfect for learners who want to demonstrate their cyber security knowledge, strengthen their professional profile, and showcase their achievement to employers, recruiters and professional networks.
*Professional Certification is awarded upon passing the Professional Certification Examination.
🚀 START YOUR CYBER CAREER
Cyber Security Career Programmes
Career-focused training, certifications and real-world experience
Ready to turn your cyber security learning into a career? Progress through a structured pathway combining industry-recognised CompTIA certifications, practical skills development, real-world experience and dedicated career support.
✔ CompTIA Tech+, Network+ & Security+
✔ Structured Practical Skills Development
✔ Industry Project & Internship Experience
✔ Portfolio & Industry Review
✔ CV & LinkedIn Support
✔ Interview Preparation
✔ Career Launch Support
Explore Cyber Security Career Programmes
Choose from our Career Launch and Career Accelerator pathways, with advanced training, real-company experience and accelerated mentorship available through the Career Accelerator Programme.
What's Included
18 Video Lessons
Structured learning across 6 units.
Downloadable Resources
Lesson slides and supporting materials.
Practical Worksheets
Activities to reinforce learning.
Unit Assessments
Track your progress and test your understanding.
Course Curriculum
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Introduction to Cyber Security
4 lessons- Motivations for Cyber Crime
- The Need for Cyber Security
- Job Roles Within Cyber Security
- Assessment: Introduction to Cyber Security
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Cyber Security Terminology
4 lessons- Understand Cyber Security Terminology
- Current and Emerging Challenges
- Social Engineering
- Assessment: Cyber Security Terminology
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Cyber Law and Ethics
3 lessons- Legal and Ethical Aspects
- Understand Procedures to Maintain Data Confidentiality and Security
- Assessment: Cyber Law and Ethics
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Understanding Common Cyber Threats
4 lessons- Common and Emerging Threats to Cyber Security
- Malicious Threats
- Physical Threats to Cyber Security
- Assessment: Understanding Common Threats
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Cyber Security Protection Methods
4 lessons- Understand Preventative Methods
- Principles of User Access Control
- Firewalls
- Assessment: Cyber Security Protection Methods
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Working in Cyber Security
4 lessons- Team Working for Cyber Security
- Interpersonal Skills
- Written Communication
- Assessment: Working in Cyber Security
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Professional Certification
1 lesson- Nuyew Cyber Security Foundations Professional Certification Examination
Beginner-Friendly
No prior cyber security knowledge required. Start with the fundamentals and build confidence step-by-step.
Flexible Learning
Study online at your own pace, anytime and anywhere, around your existing commitments.
Career Development
Develop foundational cyber security knowledge and explore potential career pathways within the industry.
Build Your Cyber Security Foundations
Develop a strong foundation in cyber security through structured lessons, practical activities and assessments. Build your understanding of cyber threats, protection methods, cyber law, security terminology and professional skills while exploring potential career pathways within the industry.
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Cyber Security Foundations Course
Free
✔ 18 Video Lessons
✔ Worksheets & Resources
✔ Assessments
✔ Certificate of Completion Included
Perfect for learners who want to build foundational cyber security knowledge and explore potential career pathways within the industry.
⭐ MOST POPULAR
Cyber Security Foundations Course + Professional Certification
$39.99
✔ 18 Video Lessons
✔ Worksheets & Resources
✔ Module Assessments
✔ Professional Certification Examination
✔ Certificate of Completion
✔ Professional Certificate
✔ Verified Digital Credential
✔ Professional Digital Badge
✔ Online Verification Page
✔ LinkedIn Sharing
Perfect for learners who want to demonstrate their cyber security knowledge, strengthen their professional profile, and showcase their achievement to employers, recruiters and professional networks.
*Professional Certification is awarded upon passing the Professional Certification Examination.
🚀 START YOUR CYBER CAREER
Cyber Security Career Programmes
Career-focused training, certifications and real-world experience
Ready to turn your cyber security learning into a career? Progress through a structured pathway combining industry-recognised CompTIA certifications, practical skills development, real-world experience and dedicated career support.
✔ CompTIA Tech+, Network+ & Security+
✔ Structured Practical Skills Development
✔ Industry Project & Internship Experience
✔ Portfolio & Industry Review
✔ CV & LinkedIn Support
✔ Interview Preparation
✔ Career Launch Support
Explore Cyber Security Career Programmes
Choose from our Career Launch and Career Accelerator pathways, with advanced training, real-company experience and accelerated mentorship available through the Career Accelerator Programme.