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Principles Of Cyber Security
LEVEL
2
10 weeks
Want to Understand How to Defend Systems, Data, and Networks Against Cyber Threats?
Our NCFE Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Cyber Security introduces you to key cybersecurity concepts: terminology, legal and ethical issues, common threats, and protective strategies.
As cybercrime continues to rise, knowing how to protect yourself and organisations is incredibly valuable. This course is ideal for those entering IT or cyber roles, or anyone wanting to strengthen their digital safety skills.
Course title: NCFE Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Cyber Security
Course ref: 603/5853/1
This qualification helps you:
- Explain the key principles of cyber security and its importance in protecting digital information and systems
- Demonstrate understanding of common cyber security threats and risks faced by individuals and organisations
- Describe basic methods and best practices used to protect data, networks, and systems from cyber threats
- Recognise the roles, responsibilities, and ethical considerations within the field of cyber security
- Apply foundational knowledge of cyber security to real-world contexts and workplace scenarios
- Use this qualification as a stepping stone for further study or progression into employment within the digital or cyber security sector
- Unit 1: Introduction to Cyber Security
- Unit 2: Understand Terminology Used in Cyber Security
- Unit 3: Understand Legal and Ethical Aspects of Cyber Security
- Unit 4: Understand Common Threats to Cyber Security
- Unit 5: Understand Methods of Maintaining Cyber Security
- Unit 6: Working with Others in Cyber Security
No exams required — you'll complete assessment activities that demonstrate your knowledge and skills.
Successful learners often progress to:
- Certificate in Cyber Security Practices Level 3
- Diploma in IT User Skills Level 3
- Award in Cyber Security Leadership Level 3
- Foundation Technical Level IT: Cyber Security Level 3
This course is also a great step toward careers in:
- IT
- Cyber Security
- Voluntary roles
This course may be fully funded through the Adult Skills Fund, if not we have self-funding options available.
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Expert guidance every step of the way.
Achieve in as Little as 10 Weeks
By committing 5–10 hours per week.
TESTIMONIALS
Great awareness on cyber threat, prevention, its identification and data protection standards and channels of regulation and notification.
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It was great to achieve the qualification, I feel this has increased my chances of securing a position in coding.
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It was a fantastic course and I would recommend it for anyone wanting to get in to cyber security.
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Very Insightful course with plenty of lessons & knowledge to learn about coding.
Adult Skills Fund
This course may be fully funded through the Adult Skills Fund, if not we have self-funding options available.
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Eligibility Criteria:
- Aged 19 or over as of 31/8/25
- Living in England
- Not currently enrolled on any other government funded course or started another application for one
Please note: Not all areas of England are funded. You can use our postcode checker above to see if you are.
The most likely reason is that you live in a postcode area that we do not currently deliver funded courses in, but we do have a self-funded route. Please contact our customer service team to discuss via 0115 959 9544 or complete the contact form below.
Of course! We have options available to self-fund courses. Details can be found on each course page.
Level 2 courses typically take up to 10 weeks and Level 3 courses 15–25 weeks.
You will need to commit 5–10 hours study time each week to meet the course unit deadlines.
Yes – your qualification will be nationally recognised accreditation by NCFE CACHE and you will receive a certificate.
Once you've signed up, we'll check your details. As soon as everything is approved, your course will be unlocked. You'll get an automatic email to let you know it's ready. After that your tutor will send you a welcome email. They'll also invite you to a masterclass where you can meet them and get started.
Absolutely. Our courses can be offered via the Adult Skills Fund if eligible, if not we have lots of options available to self-fund courses. Details can be found on each course page.