Cybersecurity Foundations Learning Path

Learn about cybersecurity concepts in the workplace.

13 hours, 12 minutes

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About this learning path

  • courses

    100% online

  • Duration

    13 hours, 12 minutes

  • Assessment

    questions

  • CPEs

    9.5 available

What you'll learn

The Cybersecurity Foundations Learning Path offers a comprehensive introduction to the core principles of cybersecurity, encompassing essential topics such as network security, cryptography, authentication, risk management and the foundational understanding of cyber threats. These online cybersecurity foundations courses have a slower pace to ease you into the concepts.

Combined with hands-on exercises, they’ll help you build a broad, solid understanding of cybersecurity. Think of it as the series of cybersecurity fundamental courses you should take before you invest in any other cybersecurity training or live boot camps.

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Who this learning path is for

The Cybersecurity Foundations Learning Path caters specifically to individuals with little to no prior experience in the cybersecurity field. It is designed to give you a solid footing to embark on your journey in this domain. Whether you are an aspiring cybersecurity professional or seeking to enhance your awareness of online security, this learning path offers the perfect starting point for:

  • IT professionals or other Cybersecurity Beginners who are entering or considering a career in cybersecurity
  • Existing cybersecurity professionals who realize they have fundamental gaps around core cybersecurity concepts
  • Professionals in other industries who need cybersecurity knowledge

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How to claim CPEs

Should you complete this learning path, you’ll be able to download a certificate of completion. Use this to claim your CPEs or CPUs.

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