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Cybersecurity Awareness Course

Study Area: 19+
Duration: Half-Day
Attendance: Classroom Based

Course Overview

Our half-day Cybersecurity Awareness session is designed to provide essential knowledge every organisation should have in place to strengthen its security posture. The session is interactive, engaging, and suitable for staff at all levels.

Participants will gain a clear understanding of how cyberattacks occur, how to identify risks early, and what actions to take to protect both personal and company data.
No technical experience is required, making it accessible to all business roles.

By the end of the session, attendees will be equipped with practical steps to reduce organisational risk, safeguard information, and help build a culture of cyber awareness across their workplace.

 

Aimed at

Business owners, managers, and employees seeking to improve cybersecurity awareness and resilience.

 

Content

  • Understanding the current cyber threat landscape and how it affects businesses
  • Common attack methods such as phishing, social engineering, and ransomware
  • Recognising warning signs and responding to potential threats
  • Safe password practices, data handling, and secure remote working
  • Practical steps every employee can take to reduce organisational risk

 

Start Date

Start Date: Wednesday, 28th January 2026

Either

AM Session – 9.30 am to 12.30 pm

or

PM Session – 1.30 pm to 4.30 pm

Entry Requirements & Interview Process

No prior technical experience required. Open to all business roles.

Course Fees

Course Cost: £105.00

For further information, please contact employers@calderdale.ac.uk

Cybersecurity Awareness Course

Study Area: 19+
Duration: Half-Day
Attendance: Classroom Based
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