About the course
This training program is designed to equip participants with essential knowledge and practical skills to navigate the digital world safely. It will focus on cyber threats, identity protection, malware prevention, and best practices for secure internet use. Participants will gain hands-on experience with cybersecurity tools and strategies to safeguard their personal and professional digital environments.
What will you learn?
By the end of the course, participants will:
Fundamentals of Cyber Security: Understand key concepts, terminology, and authentication mechanisms.
Threat Detection and Prevention: Learn how to identify malware, phishing attempts, and cyber threats.
Safe Online Practices: Explore tools like VPNs, firewalls, and anti-malware programs for secure browsing.
Course Content
This comprehensive cybersecurity training will empower participants to navigate the digital world safely, ensuring data protection and secure online experiences.
Morning Session
- Overview of cybersecurity and its importance
- Understanding digital footprints and online risks
- Basic cybersecurity terminology and authentication mechanisms
Afternoon Session
- Recognizing unsafe websites and phishing attempts
- Case study: Common cyber threats in daily internet use
• Group discussion: Personal experiences with cybersecurity issues
Morning Session
- Understanding different types of malware (viruses, ransomware, spyware)
- How malware spreads and its impact on users
- Cyber threats in social media, emails, and online gaming
Afternoon Session
- Workshop: Identifying cyber threats through real-life scenarios
- Introduction to firewalls, antivirus software, and VPNs
• Hands-on activity: Configuring basic cybersecurity tools
Morning Session
- Identity theft: How it happens and how to prevent it
- Safe password management and multi-factor authentication
- Protecting personal and professional data online
Afternoon Session
- Workshop: Creating strong passwords and managing credentials
- Case study: Real-life consequences of data breaches
• Best practices for secure online communication
Morning Session
- Importance of cybersecurity in educational settings
- Cyber threats targeting students and teachers
- Safe use of digital tools and remote learning platforms
Afternoon Session
- Developing cybersecurity awareness programs for schools
- Group activity: Creating a cyber safety guide for students
• Discussion: Ethical aspects of cybersecurity and digital responsibility
Morning Session
- The future of cybersecurity: AI, blockchain, and digital security trends
- Evaluating security risks in emerging technologies
- Strengthening cybersecurity resilience at personal and institutional levels
Afternoon Session
- Final project: Developing a personal cybersecurity action plan
- Sharing reflections and lessons learned
• Course wrap-up and certification ceremony
