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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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    Google

    Introduction to Detection and Incident Response

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Management, Threat Detection, Event Monitoring, Threat Management, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Document Management, Cybersecurity, NIST 800-53

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

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Simplilearn

    Generative AI in Software Testing Training

    Skills you'll gain: Test Tools, Acceptance Testing, Software Testing, Test Automation, Test Execution Engine, Test Planning, Software Quality Assurance, Generative AI, Test Data, Test Case, AI literacy, Requirements Analysis, Software Documentation

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

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Virginia

    Experiencing Design: Deepening Your Design Thinking Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Human Centered Design, Innovation, Ideation, Creative Thinking, Thought Leadership, Curiosity, Strategic Thinking, Cognitive flexibility, Overcoming Obstacles, Growth Mindedness, Creativity, Collaboration, Dealing With Ambiguity, Empathy

    4.7 stars, 71 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute

    Data for Machine Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Data Preprocessing, Model Evaluation, Data Quality, Model Training, Data Validation, Data Cleansing, Data Ethics, Data Transformation, Model Optimization, Verification And Validation, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Responsible AI, Machine Learning Algorithms, Algorithms, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Linear Algebra, Statistical Analysis

    4.4 stars, 98 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (98) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Networking Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: OSI Models, Computer Networking, Virtualization, Data Centers, Virtual Networking, General Networking, Network Architecture, Networking Hardware, Network Protocols, TCP/IP, Network Infrastructure, Local Area Networks, Network Model, Telecommunications

    4.9 stars, 20 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    Adobe

    Adobe Photoshop Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Adobe Photoshop, Visual Storytelling, Adobe Creative Cloud, Photo Editing, AI powered creativity, Generative AI, Image Quality, Editing, Graphic and Visual Design, Data Import/Export, File Management, Design, Creative Thinking, Color Theory, Storytelling

    3.9 stars, 17 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 3.9 (17) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Cloud Top Ten Risks

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Cloud Security, Authorization (Computing), Cyber Risk, Authentications, Continuous Monitoring, Threat Management, Security Controls, Application Security, Secure Coding, System Monitoring, Cryptographic Protocols, Cryptography, Event Monitoring, Data Security, Identity and Access Management, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Hardening

    4.6 stars, 26 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (26) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Macquarie University

    Cyber Security: Data Security and Information Privacy

    Skills you'll gain: Data Security, Threat Detection, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Risk, Data Management, Security Management, Encryption, Security Software, Data Sharing, Security Strategy, Network Security, Data Access, Risk Modeling, Statistical Methods

    4.6 stars, 15 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    SkillUp

    Certified Blockchain Security Professional (CBSP) Exam Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptographic Protocols, Blockchain, Business Continuity Planning, Cryptography, Encryption, Business Continuity, Disaster Recovery, Data Management, Digital Assets, Security Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Security Architecture Review, Cybersecurity, Enterprise Security, Network Security, Threat Modeling, Asset Protection, Vulnerability Management, Data Security, Secure Coding

    5 stars, 10 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 5 (10) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Pearson

    Terraform in AWS from Basics to Guru

    Skills you'll gain: Terraform, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Network Infrastructure, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Engineering, Network Architecture, IT Automation, Network Planning And Design, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Platforms, Virtual Networking, Multi-Cloud, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Microsoft Azure, Public Cloud, General Networking, Cloud Security, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM)

    4.5 stars, 6 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (6) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    STARWEAVER

    Offensive Cyber Operations

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Penetration Testing, Threat Management, Security Testing, Network Security

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • S

    SkillUp

    Foundations of Medical Coding and ICD-10-CM

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Coding, Revenue Cycle Management, Medical Terminology, ICD Coding (ICD-9/ICD-10), Medical Billing and Coding, CPT Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Records, Pathology, Clinical Documentation, Health Informatics, Anatomy, Medical Support, Health Care, Health Care Administration, Health Technology, Health Assessment, Health Education

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
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    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular beginner cybersecurity courses

  • Introduction to Detection and Incident Response: Google
  • Generative AI in Software Testing Training: Simplilearn
  • Experiencing Design: Deepening Your Design Thinking Practice: University of Virginia
  • Data for Machine Learning: Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute
  • Networking Fundamentals: Packt
  • Adobe Photoshop Foundations: Adobe
  • Cloud Top Ten Risks: University of Minnesota
  • Cyber Security: Data Security and Information Privacy: Macquarie University
  • Certified Blockchain Security Professional (CBSP) Exam Prep: SkillUp
  • Terraform in AWS from Basics to Guru: Pearson

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