Cybersecurity Awareness Training

2 hours

Self-paced Online

Beginner

5 credits

CPD Certificate of Completion

£15

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This CPD course helps staff recognise and respond to common cyber threats, covering passwords and MFA, phishing and social engineering, device and network security, data encryption, and incident reporting, with practical UK guidance from the NCSC and ICO.

At a Glance

Who It's For

Suitable for employees using digital systems, handling data, and working with online technologies.

Flexible Learning

Complete your training online anytime, anywhere, at your own pace.

Certificate

Achieve 80% to earn your CPD Certificate of Completion

Study Methods

Online

Dedicated Support

support@educateu.com

Assessment

Multiple-choice questions (MCQs) - 80% pass mark required

All staff who use email and company systems: Recognise phishing, protect their passwords and report anything suspicious straight away.
Remote and hybrid workers: Secure home Wi-Fi, use approved devices and VPNs, and keep work safe away from the office.
HR, admin and other staff who handle sensitive data: Encrypt, store and send personal and confidential information securely, in line with UK GDPR.
Finance and payments teams: Spot spear phishing and Business Email Compromise (BEC) before money or data is lost.
Line managers and team leaders: Set a clear example, back secure processes and encourage early reporting in their teams.

Instant access the moment you enrol
Self-paced online modules. Learn at your own speed, on any internet-enabled device
Module by module multiple-choice quizzes to consolidate understanding
CPD Certificate of Completion on successfully passing the final assessment

Understand why good cyber security matters and how threats affect organisations
Create strong, unique passwords and passphrases, and use multi-factor authentication (MFA)
Recognise phishing and social engineering, including vishing and smishing
Respond to and report suspicious messages through the correct UK channels
Secure devices and networks, including safe use of Wi-Fi and VPNs
Recognise a cyber security incident and report it promptly
Understand the ICO reporting duty for serious personal data breaches
Work securely in remote and hybrid settings

Course Certificate

Achieve 80% to earn your CPD Certificate of Completion

Course Content

A module-by-module breakdown of what you’ll learn in this course.

Password Hygiene and MFA

Phishing and Social Engineering Defence

Device and Network Security

Data Encryption and Secure Transfer

Incident Reporting and Remote Work Security

Frequently Asked Questions

You will have access to your course for one year from the date of enrolment.

Learners need 80% or more in the final multiple-choice assessment to pass. Each module’s knowledge check can be retaken before the learner moves on.

UK GDPR requires organisations to take appropriate measures to keep personal data secure. Staff training is one of the organisational measures that supports this. This course covers each learner’s role in protecting data, sending it securely and reporting breaches quickly. It supports your compliance but does not replace your own policies, risk assessments or technical controls.

Yes. Modules 3 and 5 show staff how to work securely away from the office. Topics include securing home Wi-Fi with WPA2 or WPA3, changing default router passwords and using organisational VPNs. Staff also learn to avoid public Wi-Fi for sensitive work, guard against shoulder surfing and dispose of confidential waste securely.

Choose your course, complete the enrolment process, and submit any required information. After confirmation, you will receive access details to start your learning journey.