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Beginner Cybersecurity Courses

Beginner cybersecurity courses can help you learn network security basics, threat detection, risk management, and incident response strategies. You can build skills in vulnerability assessment, secure coding practices, and understanding security policies. Many courses introduce tools like firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and antivirus software, showing how these tools are applied to protect systems and data from cyber threats.


Popular Beginner Cybersecurity Courses and Certifications


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    Infosec

    Credential Access, discovery, lateral movement & collection

    Skills you'll gain: MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Exploitation techniques, Python Programming, Data Access, Authorization (Computing), Authentications, Scripting, Remote Access Systems, User Accounts

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute

    Optimizing Machine Learning Performance

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Model Deployment, Business Operations, Machine Learning, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Operational Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Business Strategy, AI Enablement, AI Product Strategy, Model Evaluation, Data Maintenance, Performance Tuning, Risk Mitigation, Performance Metric, Continuous Monitoring, Systems Integration, Stakeholder Communications

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    51 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    LearnQuest

    Blockchain Security - Foundational Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Security Controls, Cybersecurity, Security Engineering, Network Security, Cryptography, Vulnerability Assessments, Encryption, Transaction Processing, Key Management, Risk Management, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Data Integrity, Scalability

    4.8
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    13 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Association of International Certified Professional Accountants

    Introduction to Blockchain

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Key Management, Digital Assets, Supply Chain Management, FinTech, Asset Management, Cybersecurity, Application Security, Accounting, Security Awareness, Payment Systems, Emerging Technologies, Ledgers (Accounting), Security Controls, Cryptography, Multi-Factor Authentication, Transaction Processing, Authentications, Risk Management, Business

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    213 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Python for Beginners: Data Structures

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Plot (Graphics), Data-oriented programming, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Data Storage

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    46 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center

    AI for Decision Makers

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, AI Enablement, Technology Strategies, Artificial Intelligence, Business Ethics, Strategic Leadership, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Project Management, Legal Risk, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Ethical Standards And Conduct, LLM Application, Decision Making, Generative AI, Needs Assessment, Mitigation

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    20 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Technical University of Munich (TUM)

    Space Safety

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Accident Prevention, Safety and Security, Infrastructure Security, Medical Science and Research, Threat Management, Physical Science, Environmental Monitoring, Continuous Monitoring, Risk Analysis, Physics

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    24 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Introduction to Penetration Testing and Ethical Hacking

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Cyber Security Assessment, Public Key Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Threat Modeling, Cryptography, Exploitation techniques, Security Testing, Vulnerability Scanning, Encryption, Technical Writing, Human Factors (Security)

    3.8
    Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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    8 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Teaching Impacts of Technology in K-12 Education

    Skills you'll gain: Big Data, Cybersecurity, Pedagogy, Student Engagement, Blockchain, Digital pedagogy, Algorithms, Data Security, Teaching, digital literacy, Cryptography, Technical Communication, Diversity Awareness, K-12 pedagogy, Information Privacy, Emerging Technologies, Computer Networking, Digital Transformation, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Computer Science

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    60 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Skillshare

    Adobe Illustrator Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Adobe Illustrator, Color Theory, Creative Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Design Software, Data Import/Export, Typography, Logo Design, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Graphical Tools, Adobe Creative Cloud, Design Elements And Principles, Layout Design, Scalability

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Starweaver

    Strategic Public Relations Planning

    Skills you'll gain: Target Audience, Public Relations, Strategic Communication, Corporate Communications, Crisis Management, Marketing and Public Relations, Persuasive Communication, Marketing Effectiveness, Media and Communications, Marketing Budgets, Persona Development, Campaign Management, Content Strategy, AI Enablement, Stakeholder Analysis, Technology Strategies, Teamwork, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    12 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    LearnKartS

    Git Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Version Control, Software Versioning, Software Configuration Management, Collaborative Software, Software Development, Code Review, Linux, Command-Line Interface

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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    17 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular beginner cybersecurity courses

  • Credential Access, discovery, lateral movement & collection: Infosec
  • Optimizing Machine Learning Performance: Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute
  • Blockchain Security - Foundational Concepts: LearnQuest
  • Introduction to Blockchain: Association of International Certified Professional Accountants
  • Python for Beginners: Data Structures: Coursera
  • AI for Decision Makers: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
  • Space Safety: Technical University of Munich (TUM)
  • Introduction to Penetration Testing and Ethical Hacking: Johns Hopkins University
  • Teaching Impacts of Technology in K-12 Education: University of California San Diego
  • Adobe Illustrator Essentials: Skillshare

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