You will be assessed using a range of methods such as practical tasks and written coursework within a portfolio of evidence. This portfolio will be used to determine your grade.
This course starts on Thursday 2 February 2023 and will run for 5 weeks every Thursday between 9.15am and 4.15pm
There is no requirement for you to have achieved any qualifications or units prior to undertaking this qualification, however a reasonable standard of computing skills will be required.
Level 2 Award in Cybersecurity
This qualification is designed for you to learn about cybercrime and understand routine protective methods used to maintain cybersecurity, including the principles of vulnerability and penetration testing and user access control.
The qualification is useful for job roles in industries where specific digital skills are required, such as finance, marketing, machining and manufacturing.
As well as learning the principles of vulnerability and penetration testing and user access control, you will learn about cybercrime and the risks and effects it has on individuals and organisations.
You will study:
• Security protection and risk management issues.
• Vulnerabilities.
• Measures to protect IT systems and data from current and evolving threats.
• Implementing measures to protect IT systems and data.
• Understanding current legal and ethical requirements, and IT security policies and procedures.
Please note that this course can be studied either in our SciTech Digital Innovation Hub or in the Urban Classroom, Market Kitchen (Barnsley town centre). We will discuss this further with you when you enrol. The course will run again in April 2023.
You will be assessed using a range of methods such as practical tasks and written coursework within a portfolio of evidence. This portfolio will be used to determine your grade.
All equipment will be provided.
SciTech Centre
Falcon Street
Barnsley
S70 2EY
This course will give you the skills for employment or to progress with your education by moving on to a Level 3 qualification.
This course costs £150. Funding may be available depending on your circumstances.
Aged 19 or over and thinking about further education?
You may be eligible for free or reduced course fees . Please refer to our page ‘paying for your course.’
Please note we reserve the right to change details without notice. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.