You will join your expert tutor every week…

• Live weekly sessions – 2 hours per week
• Weekly exercises, labs and study projects – 4 hours per week
• 1 to 1 meetings with your Development Officer every 3 – 5 weeks, providing individual feedback and support
• Immersive learning experience through Microsoft Teams Classroom – including live open interactions, private breakout rooms, notes and questions, and interactive illustration boards

• Introduction to cyber security
• Terminology
• Legal and ethical aspects
• Common cyber security threats
• Methods of maintaining cyber security
• Working with others in cyber security
• Optional: Cisco Introduction to Cyber Security Certificate

There are many varied career routes in cyber security and further qualifications that best suit each job role. During your course, your trainer will discuss various options with you and provide you with numerous resources and information, advice and guidance on both further training. Below are some example progression routes…

Apprenticeships (employed):

• Level 3 Cyber Security Technician
• Level 3 Information Communications Technician
• Level 3 IT Solutions Technician

Employment examples:

• Cyber Security Administrator
• Access Control Administrator
• Incident Response Technician
• Junior Security Operations Centre (SOC) Analyst

Potential further qualifications:

• Level 3 Cyber Security Practices
• Level 3 Diploma in IT User Skills
• Level 3 Award in Cyber Security Leadership
• Level 3 Foundation Technical Level IT

Will I receive a certificate?
Yes. Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive a Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Cyber Security from NCFE, which is an Ofqual regulated national awarding organisation for further education qualifications. You will also receive Cisco certifications (optional) for those which you successfully complete.

What if I need help with English, maths and employability skills?
Students are supported with specialist tech-based study for the development of key English and maths skills required for working within the tech sector, alongside critical employability skills to achieve success within cyber security.

What support will I receive?
LearnTech are committed to ensuring that our courses are accessible to everyone! We will assess any Additional Learning Support (ALS) needs that you may have during your application, and will work with you to create an Individualised Learning Plan (ILP) that will detail any support requirements, including additional sessions, or changes to resources to make them more accessible.

If you’re 19 or over and live in an eligible area, you might qualify for government funding for these courses. The rules can be a bit tricky, but don’t worry—we’re here to help! Here’s how to check:

1. Use our postcode checker below – find out if your postcode qualifies
2. Follow our handy flowchart – it will guide you through the eligibility steps

And if you don’t qualify for funding, there’s still the option to pay for the course. There may be other criteria that needs to be taken into consideration but the above is a good guide. When you apply we will check everything for you!