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Network Security Courses

Network security courses can help you learn about firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption protocols. You can build skills in risk assessment, incident response, and vulnerability management. Many courses introduce tools like Wireshark for network analysis, Nessus for vulnerability scanning, and various security information and event management (SIEM) systems, showing how these skills are applied in practical work to protect networks from cyber threats.

Popular Network Security Courses and Certifications


  • C

    Coursera

    Asana Foundations: Navigate, Plan & Track

    Skills you'll gain: Workflow Management, Timelines, Project Controls, Project Schedules, Dashboard, Goal Setting, Project Coordination, Dashboard Creation, Collaborative Software, Process Design, Project Performance, Calendar Management, Project Management Software, Project Planning, Project Management, Time Management, Issue Tracking, Project Management Life Cycle, Organizational Skills, Teamwork

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Advanced Linear Models for Data Science 1: Least Squares

    Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Statistical Modeling, R Programming, Statistical Methods, Linear Algebra, Data Science, Mathematical Modeling, Data Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Applied Mathematics, General Mathematics, Derivatives

    4.5 stars, 192 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (192) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    The State University of New York

    Leadership for Public Health Crises

    Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Emergency Response, Conflict Management, Mediation, Leadership, Clinical Leadership, Mitigation, Interviewing Skills, Safety and Security, Intercultural Competence, Health Disparities, De-escalation Techniques, Hazard Communication (HazCom), Cultural Sensitivity, Risk Management, Communication, Social Determinants Of Health, Cultural Diversity, Community Health, Public Health

    4.7 stars, 299 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (299) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Google Cloud

    Getting Started with Google Workspace en Español

    Skills you'll gain: Gmail, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Workspace, Calendar Management, Presentations, Data Validation, File Management, Spreadsheet Software, Setting Appointments, Version Control, Document Management, Productivity Software, Meeting Facilitation, Data Visualization, Email Security, Email Automation, Collaborative Software, Event Management, Sales Presentations

    4.7 stars, 663 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (663) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Django Features and Libraries

    Skills you'll gain: Django (Web Framework), Application Development, Web Development, Application Deployment, Database Design, Web Applications, Back-End Web Development, Authentications, Object-Relational Mapping, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Data Modeling, UI Components, Relational Databases, Python Programming, Data Validation, User Accounts, Network Protocols, User Interface (UI) Design

    4.8 stars, 398 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (398) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Designing, Running, and Analyzing Experiments

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Analysis, Experimentation, Usability Testing, Usability, User Experience Design, Statistical Programming, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data Analysis, Statistical Methods, UI/UX Research, R Programming, User Experience, Data Collection, Human Computer Interaction, Statistics, Data Validation, Statistical Modeling, Regression Analysis, Logistic Regression

    3.6 stars, 596 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 3.6 (596) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Real-Time Embedded Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Systems Architecture, Software Architecture, Embedded Software, Software Design, System Design and Implementation, Embedded Systems, Performance Tuning, Systems Analysis, Electronic Hardware, Hardware Design, Electronic Systems, Systems Design, Hardware Architecture, System Software, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Requirements Analysis, System Programming, Reliability, Service Level

    4 stars, 124 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4 (124) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • P

    Packt

    Foundations and Reconnaissance Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Scanning, Cyber Security Assessment, Vulnerability Assessments, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Security Testing, Payment Card Industry (PCI) Data Security Standards, NIST 800-53, Network Analysis, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Cloud Computing

    4.8 stars, 9 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (9) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Database systems

    Skills you'll gain: NoSQL, Data Warehousing, Database Systems, Database Theory, Relational Databases, Database Management, Extract, Transform, Load, SQL, Databases, Data Mining, Database Development, Business Intelligence, Database Application, Database Management Systems, Big Data, Information Systems, Database Design, MongoDB, Scalability, Database Software

    4.3 stars, 702 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.3 (702) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    L&T EduTech

    Electrical Power Distribution

    Skills you'll gain: Electrical Systems, Electrical Power, Electrical Substation, Electric Power Systems, Low Voltage, Electrical Wiring, Three-Phase, High Voltage, Electrical Equipment, Electrical Safety, Control Systems, Energy and Utilities, Construction, Construction Inspection, Automation Engineering, Communication Systems, Digital Communications, Acceptance Testing, Network Protocols, Product Testing

    4.5 stars, 153 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (153) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    The State University of New York

    Global Health Diplomacy

    Skills you'll gain: Diplomacy, International Relations, Health Policy, Governance, Health Systems, Public Health, International Finance, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Public Safety and National Security, Philanthropy

    4.6 stars, 129 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (129) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Bioconductor for Genomic Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, R (Software), Data Analysis Software, Big Data, R Programming, Statistical Programming, Statistical Software, Statistical Analysis, Data Preprocessing, Data Processing, Data Manipulation, Data Structures, Software Installation, Data Import/Export, Data Access

    3.8 stars, 388 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 3.8 (388) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular network security courses

  • Asana Foundations: Navigate, Plan & Track: Coursera
  • Advanced Linear Models for Data Science 1: Least Squares: Johns Hopkins University
  • Leadership for Public Health Crises: The State University of New York
  • Getting Started with Google Workspace en Español: Google Cloud
  • Django Features and Libraries: University of Michigan
  • Designing, Running, and Analyzing Experiments: University of California San Diego
  • Real-Time Embedded Systems: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Foundations and Reconnaissance Techniques: Packt
  • Database systems: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Electrical Power Distribution: L&T EduTech

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