Cyber Security Practices Level 3

To achieve this qualification you'll need to complete 6 Mandatory units

Unit 01 Understand Cyber Security Principles
Unit 02 Understand Threat intelligence in Cyber Security
Unit 03 Cyber Security Testing, Vulnerabilities and Controls
Unit 04 Cyber Security Incident Response
Unit 05 Understand legislation and ethical conduct within cyber security
Unit 06 Professional Skills and Behaviours for Cyber Security

There are no optional units.

This qualification allows adult learners the opportunity to gain an in-depth knowledge of cyber security whilst developing skills required for employment.

Achievement of this qualification will help support progression into a variety of job roles and occupational areas within the digital sector.

To do this course you should have... 

Applications are encouraged by anyone with a desire to work in Computing and IT. 

Learners are admitted to the programme by application form and formal interview, with a further guidance interview where appropriate. Where necessary, evidence of your determination to succeed may be requested. 

Applicants must have achieved GCSE at grade A* to C (grade 4 or above in the newly reformed GCSE grading) or Level 2 equivalent in English and Maths before the course starts.  For those with English as a second or other language, either IELTS 5.5 or successful completion of The College language assessment is required.

We will offer you the opportunity to check your level in these subjects prior to/at interview and support you in identifying how you can improve these skills if necessary.

This qualification does not carry any UCAS points but it could provide evidence for a personal statement to enable mature students to enter Higher Education.

Adult, part_time_day: FREE

This fully-funded course is available to any adult aged 24 and over who wants to achieve their first full level 3 qualification, which is equivalent to an advanced technical certificate or diploma, or two full A levels.

19 to 23 year olds will continue to be eligible for their first full level 3 via the adult education budget, and for any additional qualifications made available through this offer.

Funding:

This is a fully funded course if you have not achieved a full level 3 qualification. If you have a Level 3 equivalent then you will incur fees.
Depending on your age and circumstances you may be entitled to receive significant financial help and/or benefits, and in some cases, you may be able to attend the course at no cost to you. For more information please visit   thecollege.co.uk/adult-skills/advanced-learner-loan or call 01202 205660.

Venue: Online delivery

Contacts:
The College Helpline: 01202 205205
E-mail: enquiries@thecollege.co.uk
Access Co-ordinator: 001202 205394
Course Administrator: 01202 205739

Funding:

This is a fully funded course if you have not achieved a full level 3 qualification. If you have a Level 3 equivalent then you will incur fees.
Depending on your age and circumstances you may be entitled to receive significant financial help and/or benefits, and in some cases, you may be able to attend the course at no cost to you. For more information please visit   thecollege.co.uk/adult-skills/advanced-learner-loan or call 01202 205660.

Learners registered on this qualification should not undertake another qualification at the same level with the same or a similar title, as duplication of learning may affect funding eligibility.
There is an online guide that explains qualification levels. You can find it at: thecollege.co.uk/adult-skills/guide-qualifications

Awarding Body:
NCFE