Level 2

iStudy Cyber Security Level 2 Certificate (Online)

Duration Age Group Study Cost Available Locations
6 WEEKS ADULT DISTANCE LEARNING FREE* Online Learning
Duration Age Group Study Cost Available Locations
6 WEEKS ADULT DISTANCE LEARNING FREE* Online Learning

Overview

Gain a level 2 qualification in just 6 weeks

A distance learning training course, accompanied by online workshops on Teams for those who would like to develop an understanding of cyber security, With an ever-increasing dependence on the internet, social media and all things digital, this course explores ways to maintain effective security in cyber space.


Information, advice and guidance

If you have any questions about the course or would like to apply our Employability Advisors will be happy to talk to you and give advice if required.

Email: workforceadultskills@southessex.ac.uk 

or call 01702 220409

Please note our office hours are 08.30 - 16.30, Monday to Friday.


Applications

Our iStudy courses run throughout the year, If you would like to be considered for a place please contact us by using the details above or complete the form below.

Application Form

Entry Requirements

This course is fully funded (FREE) for anyone who is currently living in England, over the age of 19 and meets the current eligibility and entry criteria (this is occasionally subject to change).

Candidates must provide one of the following forms of identification: 

  • Valid in-date passport (any nationality)
  • Signed in-date UK photocard driving licence
  • UK biometric residence permit card
  • Birth certificate (BUT, if a birth certificate is presented as proof of identification, an additional form of identification such as a signed bank card, utility bill or a letter issued by a government department must also be provided).

We regret that we cannot provide iStudy courses for free to individuals who reside in the following combined authorities:

Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Greater Manchester, Liverpool City, North of Tyne, South Yorkshire, Tees Valley, West Midlands, West Yorkshire and West of England.

Course Structure

This course gives participants the opportunity to achieve the NCFE Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Cyber Security
Subjects covered include:

  • Industry terminology and common threats
  • Legal and ethical aspects of cyber security
  • Methods to maintain cyber security
  • Working with others in cyber security

Assessment & Feedback

Studying online requires good organisational skills – we recommend 2-3 hours study per night to ensure the course is completed within the 6 week timescale.

As all our iStudy courses are completed online you will need to have access to an internet enabled desktop computer or laptop and an active email account.

Please note these courses will not work on tablets or smartphones.

Course Cost

Adult, distance_learning: FREE

This course is fully funded (FREE) for anyone who meets the entry criteria listed above.

Important

Please note that we can only offer this course for free if it is completed within 6 weeks. If you start the course and do not complete within this time you will incur a £125 administration fee to cover the costs involved in your sign up.