About the program
So much of our daily life revolves around the internet, from work to education and even talking with friends. There's almost no limit to what you can do online. The Internet makes it possible to access information quickly, communicate around the world, and much more. Unfortunately, the Internet is also home to certain risks, such as malware, spam, and phishing. The more online accounts and devices you have, the greater the scope for cybercriminals to cause you harm. That’s why it's essential to understand internet safety rules which protect you and your family from threats that may harm your data and devices. Who should take this Course? This Internet safety course has been designed for people who want to know more about Internet Safety. It is suitable for anyone who uses the internet for their personal or work activities on any type of device, including desktop and laptop computers, tablets and smartphones. The course is written at an introductory level and assumes no prior knowledge of Internet safety risks and precautions. Aim of the course By the end of this course, you will; understand the importance of online safety and the dangers that being online can pose, understand the impact that poor online safety can have on a individual and the most common risks individuals face online, be aware of some common vulnerabilities and risk factors associated with online harm, know your responsibilities in relation to online safety, know who to report concerns to and how to generally increase the awareness of internet Safety and improve the knowledge of the dangers online when using the internet. Certification On successful completion, a customised digital certificate will be issued to you instantly via email on successful completion of the course. This certificate will be personalised with your name, course name and date of completion. This certificate does not have an expiry date.