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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

    Universidad de los Andes

    Vulnerabilidades y pruebas de penetración

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Threat Detection, Vulnerability Assessments, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Management, Exploitation techniques, Risk Management Framework, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Risk, Human Factors (Security), Application Servers, Web Servers

    4.5 stars, 131 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ā˜… 4.5 (131) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • F

    Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center

    Developing AI Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Policy Development, Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Legal Risk, Compliance Training, Stakeholder Engagement, Intellectual Property, Compliance Management, Regulation and Legal Compliance, AI literacy, Artificial Intelligence, Stakeholder Management, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Regulatory Compliance, Governance, Business Ethics, Generative AI, Information Privacy, Team Building, Data Science

    4.2 stars, 23 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ā˜… 4.2 (23) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • E

    EDUCBA

    Project Finance Fundamentals: Analyze & Structure Deals

    Skills you'll gain: Project Finance, Feasibility Studies, Cost Estimation, Financial Analysis, Risk Mitigation, Project Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Return On Investment, Capital Budgeting, Case Studies, Financial Acumen, Stakeholder Analysis, Finance, Commercial Lending, Corporate Finance, Loans, Cash Flows

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

    ā˜… 4.8 (13) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • L

    LearnQuest

    Advanced Threat Hunting and Incident Response

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Cyber Threat Hunting, Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Management, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Detection, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Strategy, Threat Management, Cybersecurity, Scenario Testing, Technical Communication

    4.3 stars, 47 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ā˜… 4.3 (47) Ā· Advanced Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    L&T EduTech

    VLSI chip design with CPS for Industrial Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Automation Engineering, Robotics, Control Systems, Machine Controls, Electronic Systems, Industrial Engineering, Internet Of Things, Automation, Vibrations, Electronic Hardware, C (Programming Language), Power Electronics, Peripheral Devices, Electronics, Wireless Networks, Medical Equipment and Technology, Medical Devices, Electric Power Systems

    4.4 stars, 18 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ā˜… 4.4 (18) Ā· Intermediate Ā· Specialization Ā· 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    Infosec

    NIST DoD RMF

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Management Framework, Federal Information Security Management Act, NIST 800-53, Systems Development Life Cycle, Cyber Risk, Security Management, Continuous Monitoring, Cyber Security Policies, Security Controls, Authorization (Computing), Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Assessment

    4.6 stars, 55 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ā˜… 4.6 (55) Ā· Mixed Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Introduction to JavaScript Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Video Game Development, Game Design, Program Development, Web Development Tools, Software Development, Computer Programming Tools, Software Development Tools, Development Environment, Software Documentation, Data Validation, Javascript, Debugging, Integrated Development Environments, Maintainability, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Code Reusability, Software Design, Computer Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP)

    4.2 stars, 11 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ā˜… 4.2 (11) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    SkillUp

    Foundations of AI in Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Methods, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Model Training, Health Disparities, Clinical Informatics, Artificial Intelligence, Health Informatics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Security, Model Evaluation, Health Technology, Health Policy, Decision Intelligence, AI Integrations, Data Analysis

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

    ā˜… 4.4 (9) Ā· Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • B

    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Transformación digital de Gobiernos

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Cybersecurity, Data Management, Big Data, Talent Management, Human Capital, Infrastructure Security, Interoperability, Technology Strategies, Analytics, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Data Security, Administration, Project Design, Public Policies, Data Governance, digital literacy, Policy Development, Process Improvement, Project Management

    4.8 stars, 148 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ā˜… 4.8 (148) Ā· Beginner Ā· Specialization Ā· 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    Alex Genadinik

    Create (Artificial Intelligence) AI VIDEOS WITH ZERO FILMING

    Skills you'll gain: AI Personalization, AI powered creativity, Personalized Campaigns, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Video Production, Media Production, Video Editing, Generative AI, Content Creation, Artificial Intelligence, Animations, TikTok, Scripting

    Mixed Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • K

    KodeKloud

    Kubernetes Basics for DevOps

    Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, General Networking, Application Lifecycle Management

    4.7 stars, 23 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ā˜… 4.7 (23) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Arduino For Beginners - 2023 Complete Course

    Skills you'll gain: Electronic Components, Electronic Systems, Electronics, Programming Principles, Electronic Hardware, Hardware Design, Display Devices, Robotics, Data Persistence, Computer Programming Tools, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Programming, Embedded Systems, Development Environment, Automation Engineering, Simulation and Simulation Software, Digital Communications, Data Storage

    4.8 stars, 13 reviews, Beginner, Course, 3 - 6 Months

    ā˜… 4.8 (13) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Vulnerabilidades y pruebas de penetración:Ā Universidad de los Andes
  • Developing AI Policy:Ā Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
  • Project Finance Fundamentals: Analyze & Structure Deals:Ā EDUCBA
  • Advanced Threat Hunting and Incident Response:Ā LearnQuest
  • VLSI chip design with CPS for Industrial Applications:Ā L&T EduTech
  • NIST DoD RMF:Ā Infosec
  • Introduction to JavaScript Programming:Ā Microsoft
  • Foundations of AI in Healthcare:Ā SkillUp
  • Transformación digital de Gobiernos:Ā Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
  • Create (Artificial Intelligence) AI VIDEOS WITH ZERO FILMING:Ā Alex Genadinik

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