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PRINCIPLES OF CYBER SECURITY NCFE LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE (Distance Learning)

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Overview

Principles of Cyber Security NCFE Level 2 Certificate (Distance Learning)

This qualification will provide learners with sector awareness. It will do this by introducing the knowledge and understanding of roles and issues relating to Cyber Security.

As the world becomes increasingly digital, cyber security is a growing concern.  It is essential that organisations have an understanding of measures to maintain cyber security, including techniques and security checks needed to combat threats such as complex online scams and cyber crime.

Why study this course?

You will be keen to gain a better understanding and build upon existing knowledge of Cyber Security issues, perhaps with a view to studying at a higher level/ seeking employment in the field.

All of the Level 2 courses are free. These courses last up to 16 weeks and you can start them at any point throughout the year, and complete them in your own free time.

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Course information

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Entry requirements

n/a.

What qualification will I gain?

You will gain:

  • NCFE Level 2 Certificate  in Principles of Cyber Security
How will I be assessed?

Online written assignments.

Course content

What will I study?

You will study:

  1. Introduction to cyber security
  2. Understand terminology used in cyber security
  3. Understand legal and ethical aspects of cyber security
  4. Understand common threats to cyber security
  5. Understand methods of maintaining cyber security
  6. Working with others in cyber security

Next steps

There are several next steps that you can take. You can go on to study another Level 2 distance learning course or a Level 3 one.

Related courses include:

NCFE LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE IN UNDERSTANDING DATA PROTECTION AND DATA SECURITY

NCFE LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE IN PRINCIPLES OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

Alternatively, you could enrol on to our Access to Higher Education course or other further education courses (subject to entry requirements).

Additional information

Please note that an administration charge of £100 will be charged if learners do not complete the course within the allocated 16 weeks.

Any questions?

If you would like to find out more about this course, please email: distancelearning@bedford.ac.uk.

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Additional Learning Support

If you have a specific learning difficulty or disability, are deaf or hearing impaired, our Additional Learning Support team are on hand to give you assistance whenever you need it.

Any questions?

If you would like to find out more about this or other courses, please use our Livechat below, email info@bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk or call us on 0345 658 8990.

Accessibility

We have access arrangements in place to help students with disabilities or any other particular needs. Call us on 01234 291000 or 01536 413123 for more information.

Additional formats

Course information sheets are also available in large print and audio formats. Call us on 01234 291000 or 01536 413123 to order your copy.