ABOUT THIS COURSE
INTRODUCTION
The purpose of this self-study cyber awareness course (Certified Secure Computer User) is to provide individuals with the necessary knowledge and skills to protect their information assets and protect themselves online.
This course will immerse students into an interactive environment where they will acquire a fundamental understanding of various computer and network security threats such as identity theft, credit card fraud, online banking phishing scams, virus and backdoors, email hoaxes, sex offenders
lurking online, loss of confidential information, hacking attacks and social engineering. More importantly, the skills learned from this course will help students take the necessary steps to mitigate their online exposure.
COURSE AIM & LENGTH
The aim of this short course is to provide individuals with the necessary knowledge and skills to protect their information and keep secure when online.
16 Hours.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
This course is specifically designed for todays’ computer users who use the internet extensively to work, study and play. This course is an excellent choice for personal learning, staff within organisations and students within education. Those persons looking to attend further courses within cyber security.
CERTIFICATION
EC-Council Certified
DELIVERY
The EC-Council Certified Secure Computer User course is delivered via iLearn which is a self-study environment which delivers a modern training experience. On registering with this course you will receive login information for our iLearn portal, here you will be able to:
– Access on demand CEH training modules
– Access to up-to date video content
– Access to white papers and other reference documents
– Access to full support
UNITS
This cyber awareness course prepares an individual to sit for CSCU exam 112-12. This certification is an excellent complement to educational offerings in the domain of security and networking:
• Introduction to Security
• Securing Operating Systems
• Malware and Antivirus
• Internet Security
• Security on Social Networking Sites
• Securing Email Communications
• Securing Mobile Devices
• Securing the Cloud
• Securing Network Connections
• Data Backup and Disaster Recovery
About the Exam
Exam Name: CSCU (112-12) Exam
Credit Towards Certification: Secure Computer User Specialist (CSCU)
Number of Questions: 50
Passing Score: 70%
Test Duration: 2 Hours
Test Format: Multiple Choice
Test Delivery: EC-Council Exam Portal
Course Duration: 16 Hours
FAQ’s
How can I access my course through iLearn?
Once you have enrolled on your course, you will be emailed instructions to be able to logon to your course through iLearn. These will normally be sent within 48 hours.
How do I take the exam for this course?
Included in the price is your exam voucher which is specific to you and can be used once you are ready to take the exam. All exams are computer based where you can either attend a Pearson exam centre or conduct the exam from your own PC.
Is EC-Council widely recognised?
Yes, EC-Council is one of the most widely respected awarding bodies of cyber based qualifications. They are recognised by the National Security Agency and GCHQ.
What additional support will I receive once I have purchased my course?
You will receive ongoing support from ASTA and this includes access to dedicated mentor who will be able to answer any queries during your course.
Is this the right course for me?
We always like to ensure that any learner is partaking in the right course that suits their needs, so we are always open to ask additional questions before committing to any training.
What certifications will I receive from this course?
You will receive an official certificate from EC-Council which as previously stated is highly recognised across the globe. You will also receive an attendance certificate from ASTA.