This short course skill set will get you job ready to start your cyber crime fighting career! Gain basic skills in network security; learn procedures and programs to meet legislative requirements and how to recognise and identify cyber security risks, and more.
Cyber security is a huge growth industry, with fantastic job and career opportunities all around the world, and this short course skill set will get you job ready to start your career fighting cyber crime.
You'll learn basic skills in network security; how to implement and monitor workplace health and safety (WHS) policies, procedures and programs to meet legislative requirements; contribute to copyright, ethics and privacy in an IT environment, how to recognise and identify cyber security risks; and how to secure a networked personal computer (PC).
This course is the perfect introduction to cyber security to kickstart your career or keep your personal network, computer and devices secure.
This skill set consists of units from nationally recognised and accredited qualifications. Successful completion can provide credit, should you pursue further study in a related qualification.
This course is 100% fee-free!
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Gain a glimpse into the world of cyber risks and threats and an understanding of how to protect yourself and those around you.
If you have always wanted a broad, entry level understanding of cyber awareness, this skill set is aimed at providing you with knowledge about cyber risks and threats in the world we live in. You'll gain skills to help you protect yourself and others around you.
Armed with an understanding of Privacy Laws in relation to Cyber Security, you'll be able to manage your own personal profile and identifiable information more effectively.
You'll gain an awareness of the potentially catastrophic impact of cyber security breaches through reviewing scenarios that play out all too frequently.
Within organisations, security threats must be identified and reported to limit exposure and impact. You'll learn how this is achieved via case studies and standard industry practices.
This skill set will benefit all non-technical employees and managers equipping them to support the business by protecting themselves, equipment, assets and the organisation as a whole. You could also use the skills you gain to begin on a pathway to employment in cyber security. A technical background in IT is not essential.
Please note this skill set is experiencing high demand and places are limited.
Learn the skills to secure your digital footprint whether it be for a small business or your own personal devices.
This skill set will give you an introduction to the world of IT in workplaces where routine cyber security practices are required.
Please note: This course is delivered over one semester or as a 10 week course starting at the beginning of each term.
The Cyber Security Skillset is an introductory course which allows students to develop basic skills and knowledge to support the protection of personal and workplace information from online threats.
Students will be able to access Fortinet Network Security Expert (NSE) training to obtain internationally recognised Cybersecurity Certification.
Students will gain an understanding of Privacy Laws in the context of Cyber Security allowing them to manage personal profiles and identifiable information safely.
This course also serves as a pathway for students who wish to pursue further qualifications in Business Technology or Information Communications Technology, such as Certificate III in Information Technology.
This course will suit:
- Small business owners and professional employees who wish to gain skills and knowledge in cyber security to apply in their existing workplace and for personal application.
- Adults & school leavers with pathway interests in the ICT industry or who require cyber security skills for personal application.
Choose a private training provider that delivers this course
This course is available from registered training organisations (accredited private training providers) that are also funded through Jobs and Skills WA. Select from the list below, and follow the link to the provider's website for further information about the course and how to enrol.
This skill set addresses the skills and knowledge to assist an organisation improve cyber threat awareness and protect against cyber risk across a broad range of industries.
Delivery location
This Cyber Security course is a funded initiative of the WA State Government in conjunction with the Department of Training and Workforce Development (DTWD).
This course is designed to teach knowledge and hand on skills associated with working online both at a personal and workplace level.
Cybercrime either at a personal or business level can be devastating both operationally and financially. From a business perspective it can effectively stop a business from operating by destroying or holding to ransom all Intellectual property as well as causing catastrophic financial risk to the business.
From a personal perspective it creates identity theft, financial loss and major personal distress with potential ongoing ramifications.
This course is your introduction to the concepts of Cyber Attack prevention
It is ideal for anyone who is interested in the following:
- protecting yourself from data or identity theft and de-risking financial loss
- training your staff to be cyber aware in the workplace
- starting your career as a cyber security professional
This course is your starting point in your career as a Network Engineer or Cyber Security Specialist
Delivery location
The information presented on the course lists within this website is provided to the Department of Training and Workforce Development by the WA TAFE colleges and private training providers, and is offered as a guide only. It is updated regularly, however some changes to details may occur in between updates. You should always contact the TAFE or private training provider directly to confirm details and/or ask questions.