| Start Date: | Level: | Course location: | Course Type: |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flexible | Level 1 | Distance Learning | Skills & Qualifications |
This course is about the skills and knowledge needed by the IT User to identify day-to-day security risks and the laws and guidelines that affect the use of IT; and use simple methods to protect software and personal data (eg risks from people getting access to it who are not authorised, from viruses or from hardware not working properly).
There are no entry requirements for this level 1 course.
| Study level | Cost |
|---|---|
| 19+ | please enquire |
Studying via distance learning means you can choose when and where you study. We ensure you get all the support you need throughout your course in the form of a personal tutor and a learner support advisor.
This course is fully online.
All of our award-winning learning resources are of the highest quality and are designed to be engaging and interactive to keep you focused on your learning at all times.
You will be required to complete 10 study hours for this course.
Flexible
This short course will give the the basic skills and knowledge of how to minimise security risks to IT systems and data.
This course is just one module. IT Security for Users
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