What you’ll learn
Start with cybersecurity foundations, then progress into security tools, investigation, incident response and a capstone demonstration of competencies. The programme is designed to build the knowledge foundation for subsequent preparation for relevant industry entry-level certification exams.
Security foundations
- Cybersecurity and the modern workplace
- Phishing, social engineering, password authentication and security
- Data protection, information handling, malware and ransomware
- Safe use of devices, internet and corporate resources
Tools and investigation
- Kali Linux, Burp Suite, Nmap, Feroxbuster, SQLMap and Wireshark
- Ghidra, Volatility, OSINT tools, CTF platforms and bug bounty platforms
Incident response and capstone
- Incident reporting and response
- Capstone demonstration of competencies
Live show-and-tell demonstrations introduce platforms including TryHackMe, Root-Me, Hack The Box, HackerOne and YesWeHack. Individual access or subscriptions to these platforms are not included.
Develop the knowledge and competencies covered in the curriculum and demonstrate them through your capstone.
Before you enrol
- Schedule
- Online · 4–6 weeks, starting October 12, 2026.
- Starting point
- No previous IT skills required. Bring a laptop and internet access.
- Learning access
- Live facilitator-led training, individual LMS access and supporting materials.
- Recordings and support
- Recordings available seven days after each session. Learner Q&A support begins in week two.
- Certificate
- Certificate of participation. Professional certification requires the relevant provider’s eligibility requirements and exam.
- Payment and exclusions
- Full payment before training begins; no instalments. Training fee includes tax. Professional certification exam fees, subsequent exam preparation and individual demonstration-platform access are excluded.