Cybersecurity Awareness Fundamentals
The Cybersecurity Awareness Fundamentals Programme strengthens organisational resilience by embedding essential practices that safeguard systems, data, and operations.
By addressing risks across websites, applications, and digital infrastructure, businesses reduce vulnerabilities and protect productivity. Accredited by ICITP and aligned to SAQA standards, the programme ensures compliance and delivers recognised certification that enhances organisational credibility.
- 1 Month
- Non-credit bearing
- NQF Level - None
- SAQA ID: None
Cybersecurity Awareness Fundamentals empowers learners with the essential skills to recognise, prevent, and respond to digital threats.
Programme Objectives
The Cybersecurity Awareness Fundamentals Programme targets the following objectives:
- Understand cybersecurity principles and common types of digital threats
- Recognise phishing, malware, ransomware, and social engineering attacks
- Apply safe practices when using devices, passwords, email, and the internet
- Protect personal and organisational data on social media and online platforms
- Identify workplace security policies and reporting procedures
- Use security tools such as antivirus software, VPNs, and firewalls
Who will benefit?
- Learners seeking to build essential digital safety skills and awareness of cybersecurity threats, regardless of role or industry.
Programme Modules
Modules covered
- Introduction to Cybersecurity: The importance of information security and the CIA triad
- Types of Cyber Threats: Malware, phishing, ransomware, spyware, and social engineering
- Secure Use of Devices and Passwords: Password management and safe device practices
- Safe Internet and Email Practices: HTTPS, attachments, scam recognition, and email etiquette
- Social Media and Data Privacy: Managing risks, privacy settings, and identity protection
- Cybersecurity in the Workplace: Policies, acceptable use, BYOD, and reporting breaches
- Security Tools and Incident Response: Antivirus, firewalls, VPNs, and basic response steps
- Final Project: Developing a personal or workplace cyber hygiene plan
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