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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


  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Ethical Issues in Data Science

    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 stars, 52 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (52) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    University of Washington

    Front-End Web Development for Beginners

    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 stars, 34 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Seguridad en la red

    Skills you'll gain: IT Security Architecture, Computer Security Incident Management, Network Security, Incident Response, Digital Forensics, Incident Management, Cybersecurity, Cloud Security, Cyber Attacks, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Controls, Endpoint Security

    4.8 stars, 144 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (144) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • K

    KodeKloud

    Docker Basics for DevOps

    Skills you'll gain: Docker (Software), Devops Tools, Containerization, Data Storage, Software Installation, DevOps, Virtual Networking, Linux Commands, Cloud Development, YAML, File Systems, Computer Networking, Command-Line Interface, Software Architecture, Data Persistence, System Requirements

    4.7 stars, 47 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Azure AI and Healthcare Cloud Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Digital Transformation, Patient Education and Support, Microsoft Azure, Collaborative Software, Health Technology, Patient Communication, Generative AI, Microsoft Teams, Data Ethics, Health Informatics, Healthcare Ethics, Medical Privacy, Care Coordination, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Computing, Cloud Security, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Cloud Infrastructure, Patient-centered Care

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Arduino Programming and Project Development

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Wireless Networks, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Control Systems, Interactive Design, Software Installation, Electronic Components, Electronic Hardware, Telecommunications, Electronic Systems, C and C++, Code Reusability, Hardware Design, Electronics, Program Development, Communication Systems, Programming Principles, Display Devices

    4.6 stars, 21 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (21) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Introduction to Generative AI Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: AI Personalization, Personalized Campaigns, Generative AI, Data Ethics, Market Opportunities, Responsible AI, Marketing Effectiveness, Campaign Management, Content Creation, AI Integrations, Marketing Strategies, Innovation, Artificial Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.3 stars, 22 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.3 (22) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    John Wiley & Sons

    CISM Certified Information Security Manager Study Guide

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Intelligence, Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Management, Security Controls, Incident Management, Business Continuity Planning, Threat Management, Risk Management, Threat Detection, Risk Management Framework, Disaster Recovery, Cybersecurity, Security Testing, Cyber Security Strategy, IT Security Architecture, Security Strategy, Compliance Management, Security Awareness, Business Continuity

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Skillshare

    CapCut for Desktop: Ultimate Editing for Reels & TikTok

    Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, TikTok, Storytelling, Timelines, Visual Storytelling, Content Creation, Multimedia, Post-Production, Animations, Video Production, Color Matching, Editing, Typography

    4.2 stars, 15 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Master AutoCAD Basics: Create, Modify & Annotate 2D Drawings

    Skills you'll gain: AutoCAD, Technical Drawing, Engineering Drawings, Computer-Aided Design, Architectural Drawing, Drafting and Engineering Design, Autodesk, User Interface (UI)

    4.7 stars, 24 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of California, Davis

    AI for Knowledge Workers

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, AI literacy, AI powered creativity, Anthropic Claude, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Ethics, OpenAI, LLM Application, Emerging Technologies, Deep Learning, Machine Learning

    4.5 stars, 191 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (191) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    Introduction to the Threat Intelligence Lifecycle

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Detection, Threat Management, Cybersecurity, Requirements Analysis, Data Integrity, AI Enablement, Technical Communication, Data Validation

    4.7 stars, 35 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

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

  • Ethical Issues in Data Science: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Front-End Web Development for Beginners: University of Washington
  • Seguridad en la red: Universidad de los Andes
  • Docker Basics for DevOps: KodeKloud
  • Azure AI and Healthcare Cloud Fundamentals: Microsoft
  • Arduino Programming and Project Development: Packt
  • Introduction to Generative AI Marketing: Coursera
  • CISM Certified Information Security Manager Study Guide: John Wiley & Sons
  • CapCut for Desktop: Ultimate Editing for Reels & TikTok: Skillshare
  • Master AutoCAD Basics: Create, Modify & Annotate 2D Drawings: EDUCBA

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