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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


  • E

    EDUCBA

    3D Design in Blender: Learn, Create & Build

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Graphical Tools, Design Software, Control Panels, Editing, Build Tools, User Interface (UI), Design, Design and Product, Creative Design, Software Installation

    4.9 stars, 22 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (22) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    Packt

    CompTIA Network+ Certification (N10-009): The Total Guide

    Skills you'll gain: Routing Protocols, Wide Area Networks, Network Security, Network Routing, Network Routers, Data Centers, Virtual Networking, TCP/IP, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Network Protocols, Network Switches, Virtual Machines, Network Administration, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Virtualization, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Wireless Networks, Network Troubleshooting, Network Architecture, Hardware Troubleshooting

    4.7 stars, 13 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Python Basics: Learn, Apply & Build Programs

    Skills you'll gain: Software Installation, Code Reusability, Functional Design, Programming Principles, Data Validation, Python Programming, Program Development, Scripting, Software Design, Computational Thinking, Development Environment, Computational Logic, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Command-Line Interface, Arithmetic, Problem Solving

    4.5 stars, 36 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (36) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • F

    FAIR Institute

    Foundations of Cyber Risk Management and FAIR™

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Governance, Risk Analysis, Cyber Risk, Risk Modeling, Cyber Security Strategy, Cybersecurity, Governance, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Risk Management Framework, Risk Management, Business Priorities, Strategic Decision-Making, Risk Mitigation, Business Risk Management, Strategic Prioritization, Compliance Reporting, Management Reporting, Strategic Leadership, Business Communication

    4.6 stars, 15 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    Packt

    Microsoft 365 Fundamentals (MS-900)

    Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Cloud Services, Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Teams, Collaborative Software, IT Security Architecture, Security Controls, Endpoint Security, Cloud Solutions, Microsoft Intune (Mobile Device Management Software), Zero Trust Network Access, Microsoft Office, User Provisioning, Cloud Computing, Cloud Deployment, Azure Active Directory, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Data Loss Prevention, Information Privacy

    3.6 stars, 8 reviews, Beginner, Course, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 3.6 (8) · Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • E

    Edureka

    Generative AI and LLM Security

    Skills you'll gain: AI Security, Responsible AI, Data Ethics, LLM Application, Generative AI, Google Gemini, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Security, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Strategy, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Computer Security Awareness Training, Network Security, Security Management, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Security Policies, Natural Language Processing, Risk Management, Supply Chain

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Microsoft R Programming for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Logistic Regression, Web Scraping, Data Visualization, Rmarkdown, Data Presentation, Data Storytelling, Version Control, Leaflet (Software), Statistical Modeling, Statistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Reporting, Statistical Analysis, Data Cleansing, Probability & Statistics, Data Manipulation, R Programming, Data Preprocessing, R (Software), Data Wrangling

    4.2 stars, 9 reviews, Beginner, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.2 (9) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Intrusion Detection

    Skills you'll gain: Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Model Evaluation, Incident Response, Threat Detection, Computer Security Incident Management, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Event Monitoring, Cybersecurity, Incident Management, Cyber Security Strategy, Threat Management, Model Training, Anomaly Detection, Continuous Monitoring, Cyber Security Policies, Security Management, System Monitoring, Network Analysis, Data Analysis

    4.8 stars, 9 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (9) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    AIX Operating System Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Shell Script, Unix Shell, File Management, File Systems, Unix, Unix Commands, Operating System Administration, Scripting, Operating Systems, File I/O, Command-Line Interface, OS Process Management, Identity and Access Management, System Configuration

    4.5 stars, 20 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Foundations of Linux

    Skills you'll gain: Package and Software Management, Command-Line Interface, Ubuntu, Linux, Linux Administration, grep, Linux Commands, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, File Systems, Software Installation, Operating System Administration, Development Environment, File Management, Virtual Environment, Build Tools, Open Source Technology

    4.4 stars, 18 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (18) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Feedback Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Emotional Intelligence, Performance Review, Relationship Management, Collaboration, Personal Development

    4.7 stars, 61 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • D

    Dartmouth College

    Fundamentals of Digital Transformation

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Customer experience strategy (CX), Business Transformation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Internet Of Things, Cloud Computing, Automation, Cloud Storage, Business Analytics, Technology Strategies, Data Ethics, Cloud Infrastructure, Customer Insights, AI Personalization, Business Process Automation, Emerging Technologies, Responsible AI, Business Modeling, Cybersecurity, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

    4.7 stars, 26 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

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

  • 3D Design in Blender: Learn, Create & Build: EDUCBA
  • CompTIA Network+ Certification (N10-009): The Total Guide: Packt
  • Python Basics: Learn, Apply & Build Programs: EDUCBA
  • Foundations of Cyber Risk Management and FAIR™: FAIR Institute
  • Microsoft 365 Fundamentals (MS-900): Packt
  • Generative AI and LLM Security: Edureka
  • Microsoft R Programming for Everyone: Microsoft
  • Intrusion Detection: Johns Hopkins University
  • AIX Operating System Fundamentals: IBM
  • Foundations of Linux: Packt

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