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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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    LearnQuest

    Identifying and Managing Security Gaps for Remote Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Incident Management, Remote Access Systems, Cyber Security Policies, Incident Response, Security Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Data Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Threat Detection, Security Strategy, Cybersecurity, Security Controls, Cyber Security Assessment, Security Software, Vulnerability Management, Computer Security Awareness Training, Telecommuting, Infrastructure Security

    4.9 stars, 11 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (11) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    EDUCBA

    Python NoSQL Data Engineering with MongoDB

    Skills you'll gain: MongoDB, Data Transformation, Customer Analysis, Customer Insights, Data Analysis, Back-End Web Development, Customer Data Management, Data Processing, NoSQL, Database Development, Data Maintenance, Document Management, Pandas (Python Package), Database Design, Data Validation, Database Management, Databases, Data Access, Query Languages, Database Systems

    4.6 stars, 73 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (73) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    EDUCBA

    Introduction to Modern Web Development with ASP.NET Core

    Skills you'll gain: Restful API, Model View Controller, ASP.NET, OAuth, API Design, Web Development, Application Programming Interface (API), .NET Framework, Web Services, Authentications, Unit Testing, Back-End Web Development, C# (Programming Language), Web Applications, Object-Relational Mapping, Application Frameworks, API Testing, Authorization (Computing), Cloud Computing, Computer Programming

    4.7 stars, 38 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (38) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    James Spurin

    Dive Into Kubernetes - Containers, Docker & Kubernetes

    Skills you'll gain: Docker (Software), Kubernetes, Containerization, Cloud-Native Computing, YAML, Devops Tools, Development Environment, Application Deployment, Software Installation, Infrastructure Architecture, General Networking, Network Infrastructure, Linux, Command-Line Interface

    4.9 stars, 17 reviews, Beginner, Course, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.9 (17) · Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
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    LearnKartS

    Salesforce Platform App Builder Certification Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Salesforce Development, Salesforce, Application Deployment, Workflow Management, Operational Efficiency, Dashboard, Data Access, Process Design, Application Design, Application Development, No-Code Development, User Accounts, User Provisioning, UI Components, Cloud Applications, Operational Excellence, Business Process Automation, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Business Logic, User Interface (UI)

    4.6 stars, 14 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (14) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    Knowledge Accelerators

    Microsoft Copilot: Better Prompts, Agents & AI in M365 Apps

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, Microsoft Copilot, Prompt Patterns, AI literacy, Microsoft 365, AI Enablement, Governance, Workflow Management, Generative AI Agents, Productivity Software, LLM Application, Agentic Workflows, Generative AI

    Beginner · Course · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
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    Pearson

    Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH): Unit 3

    Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability Scanning, Vulnerability Management, Malware Protection, Cyber Security Assessment, Threat Detection, Penetration Testing, Threat Management, Cybersecurity, Exploitation techniques, Infrastructure Security, Network Security, Information Systems Security

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    STARWEAVER

    Introduction to Engineering Design

    Skills you'll gain: Computer-Aided Design, Engineering Design Process, Drafting and Engineering Design, Product Engineering, Engineering Software, Ideation, Engineering, Simulation and Simulation Software, Conceptual Design, Sustainable Design, Creativity, Problem Solving, Prototyping, Innovation, Analytical Skills, Automation, Emerging Technologies

    4.9 stars, 13 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (13) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
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    Illinois Tech

    Introduction to Data Networks and the Internet - Master's

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Network Troubleshooting, Software-Defined Networking, Network Monitoring, Threat Modeling, Virtual Networking, TCP/IP, Network Architecture, Computer Networking, Network Performance Management, Network Protocols, General Networking, Cybersecurity, Network Infrastructure, Network Administration, Local Area Networks, Network Analysis, OSI Models, Network Model, Networking Hardware

    4.7 stars, 12 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (12) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
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    Packt

    Cisco CyberOps Associate (200-201)

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Operations, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cybersecurity, Security Controls, Cyber Attacks, Incident Response, Digital Forensics, Risk Management Framework, Exploitation techniques, Network Security, Threat Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Network Monitoring, Event Monitoring, Network Analysis, Firewall, Data Integrity

    5 stars, 23 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 5 (23) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SkillUp

    Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Safety Training, Occupational Health, Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), Hazard Communication (HazCom), Safety Standards, Environment Health And Safety, Accident Prevention, Health And Safety Standards, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Analysis

    4.7 stars, 12 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (12) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    Coursera

    Wireshark for Security: Detect Network Anomalies

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Detection, Cyber Threat Hunting, Anomaly Detection, Network Security, General Networking, Network Monitoring, Real Time Data, Security Strategy, Network Analysis, Network Protocols, Data Capture

    4 stars, 9 reviews, Intermediate, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4 (9) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Identifying and Managing Security Gaps for Remote Teams: LearnQuest
  • Python NoSQL Data Engineering with MongoDB: EDUCBA
  • Introduction to Modern Web Development with ASP.NET Core: EDUCBA
  • Dive Into Kubernetes - Containers, Docker & Kubernetes: James Spurin
  • Salesforce Platform App Builder Certification Prep: LearnKartS
  • Microsoft Copilot: Better Prompts, Agents & AI in M365 Apps: Knowledge Accelerators
  • Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH): Unit 3: Pearson
  • Introduction to Engineering Design: STARWEAVER
  • Introduction to Data Networks and the Internet - Master's: Illinois Tech
  • Cisco CyberOps Associate (200-201): Packt

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