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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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    University of Colorado System

    Design and Analyze Secure Networked Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Public Key Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Application Security, Data Security, Cyber Attacks, Information Assurance, Network Security, Risk Management Framework, Security Controls, Key Management, Threat Modeling, Authorization (Computing), Encryption, Data Integrity, Authentications, Vulnerability Assessments

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Applied Calculus with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Calculus, Integral Calculus, Applied Mathematics, Graphing, Numerical Analysis, Python Programming, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Software, Mathematical Modeling, Derivatives, Programming Principles

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    45 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Python, SQL, Tableau for Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, SQL, Data Visualization Software, Database Design, AWS SageMaker, Unsupervised Learning, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Dashboard, Feature Engineering, Database Management, Exploratory Data Analysis, A/B Testing, Tableau Software, Pandas (Python Package), Matplotlib, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Machine Learning

    3.8
    Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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    22 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Macquarie University

    Cyber Security: Data, Privacy and AI Security

    Skills you'll gain: AI Security, Information Privacy, Personally Identifiable Information, Data Security, Threat Modeling, Vulnerability Assessments, Responsible AI, Data Governance, Data Management, Cyber Security Strategy, Data Integrity, Data Loss Prevention, Cloud Security, Cybersecurity, Security Awareness, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Security Management, Security Controls, Cyber Operations, Data Science

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    17 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Skillshare

    Blender for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Animations, 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Post-Production, Computer Graphic Techniques, Graphical Tools, Motion Graphics, Timelines, Graphics Software, User Interface (UI), Creativity, File Management, Image Quality, Layout Design, Software Versioning, Software Installation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    11 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    New York University

    Real-Time Cyber Threat Detection and Mitigation

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Firewall, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Threat Modeling, Network Architecture, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, TCP/IP, Cybersecurity, Threat Detection, Cyber Attacks, Enterprise Security, Infrastructure Security, Network Protocols, Proxy Servers

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    658 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    SkillUp

    Network Traffic Analysis with Wireshark

    Skills you'll gain: Network Monitoring, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Network Troubleshooting, Network Security, Incident Response, Anomaly Detection, Network Analysis, Digital Forensics, Cyber Security Assessment, Network Protocols, Threat Detection, Technical Communication, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Computer Security, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Assessments

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    13 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    KodeKloud

    Kubernetes for the Absolute Beginners with Hands-on Labs

    Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, YAML, Microservices, Containerization, Cloud Platforms, DevOps, Application Deployment, Cloud Computing Architecture, Virtual Networking, Scalability

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    55 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

    Exploring the Field of U.S. Payroll

    Skills you'll gain: Payroll, Payroll Administration, Payroll Systems, Payroll Tax, Payroll Processing, Payroll Reporting, Non-Profit Accounting, Specialized Accounting, Record Keeping, Accounting, Tax Compliance, Tax Laws, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Organizational Structure, Data Analysis

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    88 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Meta

    Create the User Interface in Android Studio

    Skills you'll gain: Android Studio, Android Jetpack, Responsive Web Design, UI Components, Kotlin, Mobile Development, User Interface (UI) Design, User Interface (UI), Cross Platform Development, Animations

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Infosec

    Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Security, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Applications, IT Security Architecture, Cloud Services, Cloud Technologies, Infrastructure Security, Application Security, Data Security, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Risk Management Framework, Information Technology, Encryption

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    269 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Power BI for Beginners: Interactive Dashboard Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Power BI, Dashboard, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Business Metrics, Performance Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Data Import/Export, Business Intelligence, Regional Sales, Sales Presentation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Design and Analyze Secure Networked Systems: University of Colorado System
  • Applied Calculus with Python: Johns Hopkins University
  • Python, SQL, Tableau for Data Science: Coursera
  • Cyber Security: Data, Privacy and AI Security: Macquarie University
  • Blender for Beginners: Skillshare
  • Real-Time Cyber Threat Detection and Mitigation: New York University
  • Network Traffic Analysis with Wireshark: SkillUp
  • Kubernetes for the Absolute Beginners with Hands-on Labs: KodeKloud
  • Exploring the Field of U.S. Payroll: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
  • Create the User Interface in Android Studio: Meta

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