Cybersecurity Course for Children

Course duration: 2 months

Course details:

Month 1 (Computer and Internet Technology)

Week 1: Recap of Basic Computer Appreciation with focus on PC security

Week 2: Mobile Technology and Application security

Week 3: The virtual world of the Internet

Week 4: Social Media, Social Engineering and you

Monthly Bonus: Building of social engineering attack system

"A career in cybersecurity offers a chance to be on the front lines of the digital battle, protecting the world from cyber threats and making a difference in the lives of individuals and organizations"

-Anonymous

Month 2 (Intro into Cybersecurity)

Week 1: Introduction to Cybersecurity as a career

Week 2: Cyber threats and criminality methods

Identifying common online threats: viruses, malware, phishing, and social engineering.

Week 3: Safety in the Cyberspace. Securing Phones, Computers and Tablets

• Creating strong and unique passwords: Importance of password security and best practices.
• Safe internet browsing: Recognizing and avoiding suspicious websites and downloads.

Week 4: Internet Security and Safe Online Practices

• Secure online communication: Using encryption and secure messaging apps.
• Safe social networking: Guidelines for using social media platforms safely.
• Online gaming security: Protecting personal information while gaming online.
• Mobile device security: Securing smartphones and tablets against cyber threats.
• Incident reporting and seeking help: Knowing when and how to report cyber incidents and seeking assistance when needed.

Bonus: Free Cybersecurity tools and resources

👉 Cost of programme: $100/N85k