SKILLUP to Cybersecurity

With the world’s continuously increasing reliance on technology, the threats
to our systems become more sophisticated. This eight-week course will equip you
with the knowledge to recognise potential threats and the skills to prevent
them.

You will learn about system vulnerabilities and the tools and techniques used
to protect users from threats, including loss of data, loss of data integrity
and unauthorised access to data. Through investigation of accidental, as well as
malicious, security threats, you will learn to protect against botnets, zero-day
attacks, rootkits and much more.

Designed for anyone with an interest in cybercrime and cybersecurity, this course can be combined with additional units or qualifications to provide a comprehensive programme of learning. Knowledge of cybersecurity and expertise surrounding prevention of cybercrime is highly attractive to employers and this course would suit those looking to enter, or progress within, this field.

Cyber Security Award Level 2

You will gain essential personal and business knowledge of current cybersecurity threats. You will learn how to mitigate these current threats and gain understanding of the laws surrounding data protection. Skills and knowledge relating to cybersecurity are beneficial both on a personal level and for career progression.

You will produce a portfolio of evidence comprising audio recording, presentation and an assignment.