Introduction to Cybersecurity

The Introduction to Cybersecurity 3.0 course is designed for learners considering a career in cybersecurity. This exploratory course provides learners an introduction to cybersecurity, by exploring ways to be safe online, the different types of malware and attacks, measures used by organizations to mitigate attacks, and researching career opportunities. The online course is appropriate for learners at many education levels and types of institutions, including high schools, secondary schools, universities, colleges, career and technical schools, workforce training, and community centers.

The course material will assist you in developing learner skills, including:

• The basics of being safe online, including what cybersecurity is and its potential impact.
• The most common cyber threats, attacks, and vulnerabilities.
• How to protect yourself while online.
• How organizations can protect their operations against these attacks
• Access a variety of information and resources to explore the different career options in cybersecurity.