Cyber Security - Level 1 Award
The intent of this course is to learn about cybercrime and the risks and effects it has on individuals and organisations.
You will learn about routine protective methods used to maintain cybersecurity including the principles of vulnerability and penetration testing and user access control.
Upon successful completion of this qualification you will be awarded a 'Level 1 Award in Cyber Security' through Gateway Qualifications.
Open Course Fees
B1: £203.48 (In London Resident)
B2: £141.07 (London Concessionary)
B3: £0.00 (Concessionary)
B4: £296.24 (Out of London Resident)
 Prosp User 2
Open What will I learn?
At the end of this course you should:
- Know about cybercrime
- Know about protective methods to maintain cybersecurity
- Know about legislation and codes of conduct related to cybersecurity.
 Prosp User 3
Open How will I be assessed?
Your tutor will assess your learning throughout the course through observations, question and answer, tasks and exercises. You will also complete work independently outside of your scheduled class time.
You will record your progress through your Individual Learning Plan (ILP) and your tutor will provide you with ongoing feedback to support you.
This is a qualification course, throughout the course you will create a portfolio of evidence to demonstrate your achievement of the criteria required.
Prosp User 4
Open What experience or qualifications do I need to start this course?
Before enrolling you on this course, you will need to complete an initial assessment to ensure that this is the correct level for you.
You will need:
- Entry Level 3/Level 1 English skills
- Level 1 Digital Skills
If you don’t yet meet the pre-course requirements, we may recommend other courses which will support you to progress and achieve your goal. Prosp User 5
Open Important Information
Prosp User 14
Open Is there anything I need to bring? Are there any other costs?
You will need a notepad, pen, and a memory stick at a cost of approximately £5. Please do not purchase any items before the first session.
Open Can I get extra help?
Yes. If you think you might need some additional support with your learning, please ask your tutor or the centre staff for more information about our learning support offer.
 Prosp User 6
Open After the course….
You could progress to:
- Cyber security - Level 2 Award
 Prosp User 7
Open What job opportunities could this lead to?
Successful completion of this course will provide a qualification allowing you to progress to further study
Prosp User 8
Open How will I be able to give my views on the course?
We welcome views from our learners in a number of ways. You can give your views through your ILP, course evaluation forms, on-line questionnaires and our Compliments, Comments and Complaints forms which can be found in Centre offices. You may also choose to become a course representative for your class, which your tutor will discuss with the class at the start of your course.
 Prosp User 9
Open Safe learning
We want you to enjoy your learning experience and feel safe, equal and respected while you are learning with us. If you have any concerns about any of these things please report it to a member of staff.
 Prosp User 10
Open How to apply/enquire
To apply, you will first need to attend an initial assessment session, please see our website or contact a centre for details of upcoming dates.
You will be able to pay by cash, card or cheque (made payable to London Borough of Hillingdon).
 Prosp User 11
ITC1000
21/04/2023
07/07/2023
09:30 - 13:30
11 weeks
296.24
Civic Centre
Please note – the course will only go ahead subject to sufficient enrolments.
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