CPD Certified
Cybersecurity AwarenessTraining.
Recognise and respond to common cyber threats in the workplace.
£15
2 hours
Self-paced Online
Online
Learn anytime, anywhere
Beginner
Skill level
CPD Certificate of Completion
On passing the final assessment
Course overview
This CPD course helps staff recognise and respond to common cyber threats, covering passwords and MFA, phishing and social engineering, device and network security, data encryption, and incident reporting, with practical UK guidance from the NCSC and ICO.
What’s included
- Instant access the moment you enrol
- Self-paced online modules. Learn at your own speed, on any internet enabled device
- CPD Certificate of Completion on successfully passing the final assessment
AssessmentMultiple-choice questions (MCQs) - 80% pass mark required
Everything at a glance
Self-paced Online
Learn at your own pace.Certified in 2 hours.
This CPD-certified course equips staff to recognise and respond to common cyber threats. Learners will explore password security, multi-factor authentication, phishing, device and network security, data protection, and incident reporting, following UK best practice.
Who it’s for
Suitable for employees using digital systems, handling data, and working with online technologies.
80%
Multiple-choice questions (MCQs) - 80% pass mark required
A CPD
Achieve 80% to earn your CPD Certificate of Completion
Study methods
Online
Flexible learning
Complete your training online anytime, anywhere, at your own pace.
Dedicated support
support@educateu.comFive modules. One certificate.
Work through each module at your own pace.
Card 01 / 06
Module 1
Password Hygiene
Module 2
Phishing
Module 3
Security
Module 4
Data Encryption
Module 5
Incident Reporting
Then
80%
in the final multiple-choice assessment earns your CPD.
What you’ll learn
- Understand why good cyber security matters and how threats affect organisations
- Create strong, unique passwords and passphrases, and use multi-factor authentication (MFA)
- Recognise phishing and social engineering, including vishing and smishing
- Respond to and report suspicious messages through the correct UK channels
- Secure devices and networks, including safe use of Wi-Fi and VPNs
- Recognise a cyber security incident and report it promptly
- Understand the ICO reporting duty for serious personal data breaches
- Work securely in remote and hybrid settings
Who this course is for
All staff who use email and company systems
Recognise phishing, protect their passwords and report anything suspicious straight away.
Remote and hybrid workers
Secure home Wi-Fi, use approved devices and VPNs, and keep work safe away from the office.
HR, admin and other staff who handle sensitive data
Encrypt, store and send personal and confidential information securely, in line with UK GDPR.
Finance and payments teams
Spot spear phishing and Business Email Compromise (BEC) before money or data is lost.
Line managers and team leaders
Set a clear example, back secure processes and encourage early reporting in their teams.
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