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Level 2 Certificate in The Principles of Cyber Security – Online

In an increasingly digital world, cyber security is fast becoming a main concern for many organisations and there is a demand for Cyber Security courses in the UK. With complex online scams and cyber-crime, it’s essential that organisations have an understanding of preventative measures to maintain cyber security, including techniques and security checks needed to store data securely. This online course is a key starting point for anyone looking to begin their career in cyber security.

Our distance learning courses are completed online, so there is no need for any personal attendance in college, however you can always attend college if you feel you need this.

You will complete assessments by answering questions and submitting them to your tutor via the online learning platform.

You will be given full written feedback on your assessments within 5 working days.

Your tutor is available by email, or Mobile Phone during office hours if you need support with your studies.

To study the courses, you need to have a suitable device such as a laptop, a desktop computer, or a tablet such as an iPad. You also need access to the internet.

Please note: It is not possible to complete the courses on a mobile phone as they are not compatible with our learning platform.

On successful completion of the course, you will receive a certificate from NCFE awarding body, confirming your achievement.

What You’ll Learn

Course Structure

To attain this qualification, you need to achieve all 6 units.

  1. Introduction to cyber security (L/618/1181)
  2. Understand terminology used in cyber security (R/618/1182)
  3. Understand legal and ethical aspects of cyber security (Y/618/1183)
  4. Understand Common Threats to Cyber Security (D/618/1184)
  5. Understand Methods of Maintaining Cyber Security (H/618/1185)
  6. Working With Others in Cyber Security (K/618/1186)
How You're Assessed

Assessment Methods

Portfolio of Evidence

This qualification is internally assessed and internally quality assured by Centre staff and externally quality assured by NCFE External Quality Assurance Consultants (EQACs).

Career Destinations

Where This Course Takes You

Graphic and Multimedia Designers

Up to £42,316
/year

Graphic and multimedia designers use illustrative, sound, visual and multimedia techniques to convey a message for information, entertainment, advertising, promotion or publicity purposes, and create special visual effects, 3D models […]

Computer System and Equipment Installers and Servicers

Up to £49,450
/year

IT engineers install, maintain and repair the physical components of computer systems and equipment.

Information Technology Professionals

Up to £77,028
/year

Job holders in this unit group perform a variety of tasks.

Web Design Professionals

Up to £53,033
/year

Web design professionals design, develop and maintain websites and web and mobile applications to meet a client’s specified requirements.

Your progression pathway

Before this GCSEs or Level 1
This course Level 2 Level 2 Certificate in The Principles of Cyber Security – Online
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Student Voice

Studying here has been amazing. We get to use Adobe software, I’ve improved my time management and organisational skills, made new friends, worked on fun projects, and now I’m thinking about either getting an apprenticeship or going to uni.

Progression

Progression

On successful completion of the Principles of Cyber security level 2 course, learners could progress to:

  • Level 3 Certificate in Cyber Security Practices
  • Level 3 Diploma in IT User Skills
  • Level 3 Award in Cyber Security Leadership

Course Career Prospects

If you chose to complete this Level 2 Course in Cyber Security, then you can become well affiliated with the measures needed to protect companies from online scams and cyber-crimes. This course would be important for job roles such as:

  • Forensic Computer Analyst (£25,000 to £60,000)
  • Cyber Intelligence Officer (£25,000 to £50,000)
Costs

Course Fees

UK

Fully Funded.

For Careers Advisers

Quick Reference Guide

Level

Level 2

Duration

18 Weeks

Study Mode

Distance, Short

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