Information security courses can help you learn risk assessment, network security protocols, encryption techniques, and incident response strategies. You can build skills in threat analysis, vulnerability management, and compliance with security regulations. Many courses introduce tools like firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and security information and event management (SIEM) software, demonstrating how these tools are applied to protect data and maintain system integrity.
University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: User Interface (UI), Graphic and Visual Design, UI/UX Strategy, User Interface (UI) Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Mockups, Layout Design, Web Design, Responsive Web Design, Digital Design, Wireframing, Design Elements And Principles, Usability, Design Strategies, Prototyping
★ 4.5 (579) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, AI Security, ChatGPT, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI Agents, Crisis Management, Generative AI, LLM Application, Incident Response, Responsible AI, AI literacy, OpenAI, OpenAI API, Expense Management, AI Personalization, AI Enablement, Cyber Governance, AI powered creativity, Cybersecurity
★ 4.8 (8.5K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

The State University of New York
Skills you'll gain: digital literacy, Brainstorming, Planning, Information Management, Research, Critical Thinking, Investigation, Literacy, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Organizational Skills
★ 4.7 (203) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Software Visualization, Object Oriented Design, Software Engineering, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Project Risk Management, Application Design, Web Applications, Software Development Life Cycle, Risk Management, Case Studies, Web Development, Software Development Methodologies, Application Development, Program Development, Python Programming, Application Frameworks, Software Design, Programming Principles, Computer Programming
★ 2.6 (17) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

The State University of New York
Skills you'll gain: digital literacy, Information Management, Research, Literacy, Lifelong Learning, Critical Thinking, Investigation, Intellectual Property, Planning, Communication, Constructive Feedback, Style Guides
★ 4.9 (10) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The State University of New York
Skills you'll gain: Digital Design, digital literacy, Infographics, Content Creation, Graphic Design, Digital Publishing, Multimedia, Creative Design, Visual Design, Open Source Technology, Document Management, Peer Review, Communication, Design Thinking
★ 4.9 (142) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Public Affairs, Information Management, Habit Formation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: ArcGIS, GIS Software, Spatial Data Analysis, Spatial Analysis, Data Storytelling, Geographic Information Systems, Data Presentation, Geospatial Information and Technology, Geospatial Mapping, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Data Sharing, Public Health, Land Management, Heat Maps, Geostatistics, Epidemiology, Community Health, Image Analysis, Land Development, Project Management
★ 4.8 (6.5K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Network Security, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Command-Line Interface, Cryptography, Cyber Security Strategy, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Application Security, Secure Coding, Cybersecurity, IT Security Architecture, Encryption, Information Systems Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Attacks, Risk Management Framework, Multi-Factor Authentication, Cloud Security, Penetration Testing, Risk Management
★ 4.7 (60) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Total Seminars
Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Scanning, Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Security Assessment, Security Testing, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Test Planning, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management Framework, Scope Management, Network Analysis, Technical Communication, Drive Engagement, OSI Models, Ethical Standards And Conduct
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Brute-force attacks, Cryptographic Protocols, Encryption, Key Management, Cybersecurity, Computer Security, Information Assurance, Theoretical Computer Science, Threat Modeling, Communication Systems
★ 4.5 (550) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: MySQL Workbench, MySQL, Database Development, Database Management, Databases, Database Management Systems, Relational Databases, Management Information Systems, SQL
★ 4.4 (32) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours