Print Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Cyber Security - NCFE (DL)
B01645
This course will be delivered online.
The target learner for this qualification will be an individual looking to gain a greater understanding or build upon their existing knowledge of Cyber Security issues. This will likely be with a view to studying the subject at a higher level and/or seeking employment in a Cyber Security related role.
To be eligible for this course you must be 19 or over on 31st August prior to the course start date. You must have Level 1 English skills (e.g. Functional Skills English). If you are not able to produce evidence of an English qualification, you will be required to take a short assessment. To ensure this course and style of learning is suitable for you, we will also require you to complete a short course application and attend a brief [online] interview. You must have access to the necessary I.T equipment and internet service to study on this course. A PC, laptop or tablet is recommended.
This course will commence from 1st August 2025
Course Content
You can study at your own pace but must stick to the assessment schedule provided on the platform.
Your course will have the following units
Introduction to cyber security
Understand terminology used in cyber security
Understand legal and ethical aspects of cyber security
Understand common threats to cyber security
Understand methods of maintaining cyber security
Working with others in cyber security
Entry Requirements
To be eligible for this course you must be 19 or over on 31st August prior to the course start date.
You will be learning online but should be adequately prepared to create word processed documents to complete your assignments.
First Class Requirements
Attendance Requirements
Assessment Methods
On successful completion of this course you could consider Level 3 IT qualifications such as the online Access to Higher Education Diplomas in Digital Technologies and Computer Science, or vocational Level 3 Certificates in IT such as the NCFE Level 3 in Cybersecurity or other qualifications such as Level 3 Diploma in IT User Skills, Level 3 Award in Cyber Security Leadership, Level 3 Foundation Technical Level IT: Cyber Security.
Contact rbs@rhacc.ac.uk to find out more.
Additional Information
Upon application and successful interview you will be asked to complete an enrolment pack which is sent by the learner services team.
