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Cyber Threats & Risk Awareness
30–60 minutes
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PCT-FSC-018 · Free Skills Course · School of Digital Skills & Computing
Introduction to Cyber Safety
Learn practical ways to recognise common cyber threats, protect accounts and personal information, avoid phishing and secure everyday devices.
2 Weeks DurationBeginner LevelOnline / Self-Paced FormatCertificate of Completion Award
Course overview
Learn practical ways to recognise common cyber threats, protect accounts and personal information, avoid phishing and secure everyday devices.
What you will learn
- Recognise common online threats
- Use strong passwords and multi-factor authentication
- Protect personal information
- Spot phishing and scams
- Secure devices and respond sensibly to incidents
Learning Outcomes
- Recognise common online threats
- Use strong passwords and multi-factor authentication
- Protect personal information
- Spot phishing and scams
- Secure devices and respond sensibly to incidents
Programme Information
- Programme type: Free Skills Course
- Course code: PCT-FSC-018
- Study load: Self-paced
- Award: Certificate of Completion
Open enrolment. A once-off registration fee may apply according to current Ploutos policy.
Curriculum
6 Structured Lessons
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Passwords & Multi-Factor Authentication
30–60 minutes
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3
Phishing, Scams & Social Engineering
30–60 minutes
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4
Privacy & Personal Information
30–60 minutes
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Device & Browser Security
30–60 minutes
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Incident Response & Safe Habits
30–60 minutes
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