Cyber Security Basics

In today’s digital world, cyber threats are constantly evolving. Whether you’re a small business owner managing sensitive data or a student navigating online platforms, understanding cyber security is essential. This short course provides practical skills to identify risks, protect personal and business information, and respond to cyber threats effectively.

Who Should Attend?

Small Business Owners – Learn how to safeguard customer data, secure business accounts, and prevent cyber-attacks that could impact your operations.
Students – Develop safe online habits, protect personal information, and avoid cyber scams while using digital platforms for study and social interaction.

• A telephone or personal meeting may be required with our Training Coordinator who will provide course information and answer your questions to ensure this is the right course for you before you enrol.
• Unique Student Identifier (see information below).
• Enrolling students may be required to complete a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) Quiz and/or Digital Skills Questionnaire to confirm suitability for the course and identify any support needs. If you have not previously completed an AQF Certificate III or higher in Australia, an NBMC LLN Quiz may be required. For short courses involving electronic resources or digital participation, you may also need to complete the Digital Skills Questionnaire.

This course will run over two sessions.

• Recognize cyber threats like phishing, malware, and social engineering.
• Apply secure password management, multi-factor authentication, and safe browsing practices.
• Protect sensitive data in personal, academic, and business environments.
• Respond effectively to cyber security incidents and breaches.
• Understand legal and ethical responsibilities in cyber security.

As part of this course you will be completing the accredited unit:

• Protect own personal online profile from cyber security threats (BSBXCS301)

On successful completion of the assessment tasks associated with this unit, a Statement of Attainment will be issued.

From 1 January 2015 it is a requirement of the Federal Government that all students undertaking nationally recognised training will need to obtain a Unique Student Identifier (USI). This involves an easy online application. See USI Fact Sheet for information on how to apply for a USI go to the Unique Student Identifier (USI) Website for additional information.

Please ensure when completing your enrolment information, that the details relating to your name are identical to those on the identification evidence used (eg passport or driver’s licence) when creating your USI eg no abbreviations or nicknames should be used.

Once created, it is important that you keep a record of your USI and access to your accredited training records in a safe place. You will need this information for any future enrolments into accredited training in Australia.