Defend yourself against cyber-threats like phishing, ransomware, and social engineering with the essential knowledge taught in this course. This course is for everyone, regardless of experience level in Cybersecurity! You can even use it as your Annual Cybersecurity Awareness Training.
Cyber-attacks are becoming more frequent, more complex, and harder to detect. There are a variety of greats tools and programs designed to help prevent these attacks, but your best defense will always be awareness. Attackers always target the least suspecting victims, hoping that their ignorance will give the attacker an edge.
Take the advantage back by understanding these three simple ideas:
- WHO these attackers are
- WHY they are attacking
- HOW they design these attacks
What You’ll Learn:
- Spot phishing emails and social engineering tactics
- Manage passwords and multi-factor authentication securely
- Understand insider threats and how to prevent them
- Protect devices, cloud accounts, and remote work setups
- Recognize malware and ransomware delivery methods
- Apply safe practices on social media and mobile devices
- Explore how AI is shaping cybersecurity risks and defences
What Makes This Course Unique
✅ Microlearning format—complete in under 2 hours
✅ Designed for non-technical employees
✅ Covers both personal and workplace digital safety
✅ Includes real-world examples and interactive assessments
✅ Final assessment to validate your cybersecurity readiness
✅ Certificate of completion for your resume or LinkedIn profile
Most importantly, our microlearning videos are designed with the busy information worker in mind, making this course easy to fit into your daily schedule.
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5 Videos•Insgesamt 14 Minuten
A Message from a Cybersecurity Industry Professional•2 Minuten
Understand the Importance of Security Awareness Training•2 Minuten
Understand the Insider Threat•2 Minuten
Recognize the Risks for Insider Threats•4 Minuten
Combat Insider Threats•3 Minuten
2 Lektüren•Insgesamt 4 Minuten
Know Thy Enemy (Pyramid of Threats)•2 Minuten
The "Who" and "How" of Insider Threats•2 Minuten
Password Management
Modul 2•10 Minuten abzuschließen
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3 Videos•Insgesamt 8 Minuten
Why is Password Management So Important?•3 Minuten
Understand How Passwords are Compromised•3 Minuten
Password Management: Final Tips•2 Minuten
1 Lektüre•Insgesamt 2 Minuten
What Makes a Weak Vs a Strong Password•2 Minuten
Phishing Awareness
Modul 3•20 Minuten abzuschließen
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5 Videos2 Lektüren1 Aufgabe
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5 Videos•Insgesamt 13 Minuten
What Is Email Phishing?•2 Minuten
How to Identify Phishing Emails•4 Minuten
Recognize Phishing Techniques•2 Minuten
How You Can Combat Phishing Attempts •2 Minuten
Phishing Technique Alert: ClickFix•3 Minuten
2 Lektüren•Insgesamt 2 Minuten
Unique Categories of Email Phishing•1 Minute
Recognize Phishing Attempts in Other Media Types•1 Minute
1 Aufgabe•Insgesamt 5 Minuten
Knowledge Check: Phishing•5 Minuten
Digital Security Practices
Modul 4•11 Minuten abzuschließen
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3 Videos1 Lektüre
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3 Videos•Insgesamt 10 Minuten
Be a Protector, Not a Product•2 Minuten
Minimize Social Media Risks•5 Minuten
Ensuring the Security of Software as a Service•4 Minuten
1 Lektüre•Insgesamt 1 Minute
Understand Social Media Risks•1 Minute
Hardware Security
Modul 5•26 Minuten abzuschließen
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6 Videos1 Lektüre
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6 Videos•Insgesamt 24 Minuten
Understand BYOD Security Risks•5 Minuten
Pros and Cons of USB Drives•4 Minuten
Defend Against External Threats Containing Malware•4 Minuten
What Is Ransomware and How Is It Delivered?•4 Minuten
Understand Who Sends Out Ransomware and Why•3 Minuten
Identify Ransomware Vectors•3 Minuten
1 Lektüre•Insgesamt 2 Minuten
Identify the Types of Malware•2 Minuten
Modern Workplace Security
Modul 6•20 Minuten abzuschließen
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4 Videos•Insgesamt 14 Minuten
Lock Up the Backdoor of Remote Work•3 Minuten
Work Remotely with Confidence and Security•4 Minuten
Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Cybersecurity•3 Minuten
Understand the Hazards of AI•5 Minuten
3 Lektüren•Insgesamt 6 Minuten
Ensure a Secure Network for Remote Work•2 Minuten
Manage Devices for a Safe Remote Work Environment•2 Minuten
Understand AI Terminology•2 Minuten
Course Conclusion and Assessment
Modul 7•11 Minuten abzuschließen
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1 Video1 Aufgabe
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1 Video•Insgesamt 1 Minute
A "Thank You" From Patrick•1 Minute
1 Aufgabe•Insgesamt 10 Minuten
Final Assessment: Test Your Cybersecurity Knowledge!•10 Minuten
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