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.

Skills you'll gain: Security Software, Software Installation, Virtual Machines
★ 4.8 (13) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Glasgow
Skills you'll gain: Matlab, Model Optimization, Scientific Visualization, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Mathematical Software, Data Wrangling, Data Preprocessing, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis, Computational Logic
★ 4.9 (78) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Skills you'll gain: ServiceNow, IT Service Management, Incident Management, Release Management, Problem Management, Information Technology Infrastructure Library, Service Management, Incident Response, Problem Solving, Change Requests, IT Automation, Change Management, Information Technology Operations, Automation, Operational Efficiency
★ 3.3 (10) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Washington
Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, Web Design, GitHub, HTML and CSS, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Version Control, User Experience Design, Usability, User Experience, Javascript, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Browser Compatibility, User Story, Web Design and Development, Front-End Web Development, GitHub Copilot, Mobile Development, Semantic Web, Git (Version Control System)
★ 4.7 (34) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Total Seminars
Skills you'll gain: Multi-Factor Authentication, Network Security, Incident Response, Security Management, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Vulnerability Management, Authentications, Penetration Testing, Public Key Infrastructure, Endpoint Security, Cloud Security, Cybersecurity, Identity and Access Management, Vulnerability Scanning, Cryptography, Vulnerability Assessments, Threat Management, Threat Detection, Risk Management, Compliance Auditing
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Graphic and Visual Design, Style Guides, Computer Graphic Techniques, Visual Design, Graphic Design, Digital Design, Creative Design, Typography, Layout Design, Design Elements And Principles, Photo Editing, File Management, Color Theory
★ 4.5 (24) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Email Automation, Email Marketing, Lead Generation, Marketing Automation, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Driving engagement, Automation
★ 4.4 (55) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, AI Security, LLM Application, Network Security, Security Controls, Responsible AI, Network Monitoring, Hardening, Cybersecurity, Infrastructure Security, Information Systems Security, Threat Modeling, Cyber Risk, Network Protocols, Artificial Intelligence
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Macquarie University
Skills you'll gain: Information Privacy, Data Security, Incident Management, Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Cyber Risk, Security Strategy, Risk Mitigation
★ 4.5 (11) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Scrimba
Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Web Development Tools, Software Engineering, Web Development
★ 4.5 (43) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Board Infinity
Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Deployment, Cloud Services, Manufacturing Operations, Cybersecurity, Manufacturing Processes, Manufacturing and Production, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Blockchain, Cyber Attacks, Production Process, Emerging Technologies, Information Systems Security, Industrial Engineering, Augmented Reality, Virtual Environment, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Virtual Reality, Artificial Intelligence
★ 4.7 (9) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Healthcare Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Medical Science and Research, Responsible AI, Clinical Research Ethics, Data Security, Data Science, Medical Privacy, Machine Learning Algorithms, Algorithms, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Information Privacy, Artificial Intelligence, Diversity Awareness, Cybersecurity, Case Studies, Automation
★ 4.8 (52) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months