Name: Cybersecurity and Data Protection - Online Training Package - CPDUK Accredited
Brand: MTG
SKU: 39347409125445
Price: 49.99 GBP
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Cybersecurity and Data Protection - Online Training Package - CPDUK Accredited

The Mandatory Training Group is the leading UK provider of accredited statutory and mandatory training courses for all sectors, including health and social care, education, local government, private and charity sectors.

We have supported over one million learners to reach their potential through e-learning courses and qualifications using our interactive online learning portal.

£49.99

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Overview

Cybersecurity and Data Protection - Online Training Package - CPDUK Accredited.

Welcome to The Mandatory Training Group's online Cybersecurity and Data Protection training package. All our online training courses, programmes and qualifications are accredited by the CPD Certification Service (CPDUK).

This online Cybersecurity and Data Protection training package teaches you how your company may be vulnerable to data thieves and what you can do to protect it. You will also learn about the importance of strong passwords, how to keep data and mobile phones safe, and how to prevent viruses and malware from destroying your company devices, all in this course.

Course Content

This online Cybersecurity and Data Protection training package includes the following module:

Unit 1: The pitfalls of a weak password

Unit 2: Why you need to protect any data you access

Unit 3: How to set a strong password

Unit 1: Why people create viruses

Unit 2: Common computer viruses and how they work

Unit 3: What malware is

Unit 1: Why it's important to look after data

Unit 2: The consequences of poor data storage

Unit 3: How to keep data safe

Unit 1: Why keeping your phone safe is so important

Unit 2: The potential consequences of losing your work mobile

Unit 3: Practical methods to minimise the risk of theft, loss, and damage

Unit 1: What ransomware is

Unit 2: The consequences of not protecting data

Unit 3: How to protect yourself from ransomware attacks

Unit 1: What is the importance of securing your network and cloud services

Unit 2: How to identify the risks of inadequate network and cloud security

Unit 3: How to improve protection and prevent threats

Unit 1: How to recognise a phishing attack, for example, an email or cell phone message

Unit 2: How anti-spam software works to prevent email spamming

Unit 3: How to protect yourself and avoid becoming a victim of phishing

Unit 1: What are the dangers of social engineering, and how it works

Unit 2: How to recognise the different types of social engineering attacks

Unit 3: How to avoid becoming a victim of social engineering

Unit 1: How the Internet of Things works

Unit 2: What are the security risks associated with the IoT

Unit 3: How to protect yourself and avoid an IoT attack on your devices

Unit 1: What are the differences between security and compliance

Unit 2: What is the importance of audits and why these must be carried out

Unit 3: How to prepare for and conduct effective audits

Unit 1: What are the different types of identity theft, and how they occur

Unit 2: What are the effects and what to do if you are a victim

Unit 3: How to prevent and reduce the risk of your identity being stolen

Unit 1: How the GDPR applies to you

Unit 2: What the 7 principles of the GDPR are

Unit 3: How to apply the GDPR to spot data breaches

Unit 1: What some of the differences in data protection laws worldwide are

Unit 2: How data can be used

Unit 3: How to apply data protection techniques

Unit 1: How data breaches can be prevented

Unit 2: What the consequences of data breaches are

Unit 3: How to apply solutions to prevent data breaches

Unit 1: What the requirements for PCI compliance are

Unit 2: The benefits of PCI compliance and the impacts of noncompliance

Unit 3: How to complete a security audit of your network

Unit 1: What the 3 pillars of information security are

Unit 2: What the impacts of poor information security are

Unit 3: How to apply information security successfully.

Who is the course for?

This online Cybersecurity and Data Protection training package is suitable for:

Anyone who wants to keep their precious files, emails, accounts and personal information out of the hands of the bad guys
Anyone who would love to gain a practical skill set in mitigating the risk from malware, Trojans, hackers, tracker, cybercriminals and all online threats
Beginners and intermediate Internet users who are interested in security, safety, and privacy
Those who want privacy and anonymity online from hackers, corporations and governments.

Course aims

This Cybersecurity and Data Protection e-learning package aims to:

Assist you realise the nature and extent of data insecurity in the face of malware. used in internet attacks through social engineering Ransomware and phishing.
Realise the importance of strong passwords for network security.

The Power of a Strong Password training module.
Appreciate the need for Security & Compliance Audits training for compliance with GDPR compliance.

Learning objectives

On completion of this Cybersecurity and Data Protection eLearning package, the learner will be able to:

Explain the importance of looking after one’s data
Discuss the consequences of poor data storage
State the potential consequences of losing your mobile work
Explain the importance of securing your network and cloud services
Recognise the dangers of social engineering and how it works
Point out the differences between security and compliance
Discuss the importance of compliance audits and why these must be carried out
Explain how to prevent and reduce the risk of your identity being stolen
Identify the GDPR that applies to you

Identify how to apply data protection techniques
Discuss the consequences of data breaches
Explain the benefits of PCI compliance and the impacts of noncompliance.

Learning outcomes

The learning outcomes of this online Cybersecurity and Data Protection training package are to:

Explain the need to protect any data you create or access
State reasons why people create viruses
Name common computer viruses and how they work
Find out how to protect data from ransomware attacks
Identify the risks of inadequate network and cloud security
Explain how to protect yourself from becoming a victim of phishing
Recognise the different types of social engineering attacks
Know the different types of identity theft and how they occur
Apply solutions to avoid data breaches
Summarise the requirements for PCI compliance
State how to complete a security audit of your network
Explore the 3 pillars of information security.

How it works

Instant Access

✓ Gain instant access to your course(s) upon purchasing through our website

✓ Login credentials are sent immediately to the customer to the email address provided during the checkout process

✓ We also advise all customers to check their spam and junk mail folders in case your mail server has diverted the email there

Learn Anytime, Anywhere, On Any Device

✓ Learn at your own pace, at a time and place convenient to your circumstances

✓ Individual learners can access their course material(s) 24/7 for 365 days from the date of purchase

✓ In the case of organisations that order multiple licences for future use, the countdown will start when learners are allocated to the training course(s)

Assessment and Certification

✓ Unlimited attempts to complete end of course assessments

✓ On successful completion, download, print/save quality-assured CPD certificate

Online Support 24/7

✓ Customer service teams interact with clients through email and live chat support

100% Money-Back Guarantee

✓ We want you to be completely satisfied with your training. We offer a 14-day money-back guarantee if you are not 100% satisfied

Refund policy

✓ To request a refund, you should email our support team with your receipt stating why you would like to be reimbursed

✓ You, or your learners, must not complete the training to make a valid refund claim. Any courses that have been completed and those with certificates achieved will not be valid for a refund

The Mandatory Training Group - CPDUK Accredited E-Learning Providers.

Certification

End of course assessment

At the end of this course, learners are required to complete an online end of course assessment. On successful completion of the assessment (80% pass mark), learners may download a FREE CPD certificate from their profile page.

Certification

On successful completion of this e-learning course and end of course assessment, the learner may download, save and/or print a quality assured CPD certificate (recognised internationally). Our CPD certificate can be used to provide evidence for compliance and audit or Continuing Professional Development (CPD).

Course accreditation

The CPD Certification Service accredits all our online training courses and programmes as conforming to universally accepted Continuous Professional Development (CPD) guidelines.rses meet the latest guidance and best practice recommendations.

The Mandatory Training Group - CPDUK Accredited E-Learning Providers.

Why choose us

Why choose our accredited e-learning courses and programmes?

The benefits of using our accredited e-learning courses in the workplace include:

✓ CPDUK accredited e-learning provider
✓ Ofqual approved training centre (UK qualifications)
✓ Internationally recognised CPD and Ofqual approved certificates
✓ Wide range of courses and qualifications that meet UK legislation and guidelines
✓ Over 500 online courses and programmes that cover multiple sectors
✓ Free blended learning environment for individuals and organisations
✓ Immediate access to online courses and programmes
✓ Highly interactive e-learning portal
✓ Substantial cost reductions (no travel fees and other expenses)
✓ Self-paced online learning
✓ Low carbon footprint through e-learning
✓ Repository of online learning materials and assessments
✓ Fully qualified and experienced trainers, instructors and assessors
✓ Experienced subject matter experts and content developers
✓ Conversion of existing classroom courses to e-learning courses
✓ All training courses meet the latest guidance and best practice recommendations.

The Mandatory Training Group - CPDUK Accredited E-Learning Providers.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

To enrol on this e-learning course, please add the course to your basket. From there, you will be redirected to our secure checkout page to complete your booking.

If you are booking the course for someone else, please click the ‘Buy For Others’ button at the upper right hand of this page.

Once your payment has been confirmed, you will receive a booking confirmation email with a receipt. Immediately after purchase, you will receive an email with further instructions and unique login credentials to access your learner account. Next, you will need to follow the instructions and login to your learner account.

Our courses are divided into six units. You can either read or listen to the course materials. At the end of each unit is a ‘knowledge check’ section. This section helps the learners remember what they have learnt.

Our online training courses can be completed on your desktop computer/Mac, laptop, tablet or mobile device. These online courses are easily accessible as long as there is an internet connection.

These online training courses are self-paced. Therefore, learners have full control and flexibility on when they wish to complete the material.

There is no deadline for completion. The course will expire from a learner’s account after 365 days, whether it has been accessed or not.

Yes. All end of course assessments are completed online.

Learners are required to achieve a passing rate of 80% or more to complete the course and gain a CPD certificate.

To obtain your certificate, you need to complete the end of course assessment first. A passing rate of 80% or more is required to gain a CPD certificate.

Obtained certificates can be downloaded from the learner’s profile page.

We want you to be completely satisfied with your training. Thus, we offer a 14-day money-back guarantee if you are not 100% satisfied.To request a refund, you should email our Support Team with your receipt stating why you would like to be refunded. Any courses that have been completed and those with certificates will not be valid for a refund.

Yes, you can access the learning materials from any electronic device that has an internet connection. However, we recommend that you use a desktop or laptop device for the best learning experience. These online courses can also be taken on tablets and mobile devices, such as iPads, iPhone and Android mobile phones.

For the best possible experience, we recommend that learners use Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Internet Explorer 11 or Firefox. Please ensure no updates are pending on your browser.

There is no estimated completion time for this course. Learners can study in their own time at their speed. Learners may pause, leave and come back to the system to continue the training at any time.

The CPD hours depend on how long each learner takes to complete the course materials and assessments. Each course will indicate the anticipated completion time. This gives a general indication of the CPD hours for those who are required to submit their continuing professional development hours.