Introduction to Cybersecurity, Youth (Online) 4/24/2021 to 5/22/2021

This course is self-paced and runs entirely online. Registration ends May 22, 2021.

Globally, incidents of data breaches, identity thefts, and cybercrimes are on the rise, along with the explosive growth of online personal data and the expansion of computer networks. This course teaches the fundamental concepts of information security one will encounter in the cybersecurity field. This course will set the groundwork with basic vocabulary and then introduces concepts such as access controls, risk management, cyber attacks, and digital forensics. This course requires a basic understanding of IT concepts.

Estimated time to complete: 5 hours

This Program awards: .5 CEUs, 5 SHRMs

Access to this program is 90 days.

This course has an "Ask the Expert" feature, which submits your questions directly to an expert in the field you are studying. Questions are answered as quickly as possible and usually within 24 hours.

This course does not require any additional purchases of supplementary materials.

Learners must achieve an average test score of at least 70% to meet the minimum successful completion requirement and qualify to receive IACET CEUs. Learners will have three attempts at all graded assessments.

Learning Outcomes

• Describe fundamental information security concepts
• Discuss data breaches and hacker motivations
• Identify different types of information access controls
• Describe the importance of accountability and audits
• Explain the technologies used to provide identification and authentication
• Relate the role of risk and risk management in information technology
• Describe different methods of cryptography
• Define the elements of a business continuity and disaster recovery plan
• Identify common access control attacks and countermeasures
• Describe the steps involved in a digital forensics investigation

Key Features

• Expert-supported
• Mobile-friendly
• Accessible
• Badge and credit-awarding
• Games & Flashcards
• Video content
• Real-world case studies
• Audio-enabled in app

Instructor :
Dates : 04/24/21 to 05/22/21
Days : Online
From : -
Fee : $ 99.00
Course Number : MEY-308

Class is full at this time please call 973-720-2354 to be placed on a waiting list