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Mode of study

Part Time

Start date

03/11/2026

Fee

£36.00

Entry requirements

Students need to be able to use a keyboard and mouse and have experience accessing the internet and email.

Teaching staff

A skilled teacher

Course Code

CLT248A1P

Duration

6-weeks

Location

St Albans Campus

Awarding body

Generic award - no awarding body

Assessment

Group discussion, working individually,in pairs and in groups, learner feedback and creating a portfolio.

About the course

This is a Tailored Funded course. When you enrol you are agreeing to complete paperwork to reflect and record your progress. Attendance is vital, so first check that you are available to attend each weekly lesson.

This 6 week course will provide you with the tools to protect yourself against fraud and cyber- crime when online.You will learn about accessing secure websites and understand what makes them a secure site, navigate shopping sites, how to create a secure password and staying safe online by identifying junk mail/ phishing emails, clearing history Cache, favourites and more. We also invite an external speaker from the Serious Fraud & Cyber Unit who will have invaluable insight.

You need to be able to use a keyboard and mouse and have some experience accessing the internet and email.
Materials to be provided by the learners: Pencil and pad

Please contact us to find out if you require any specific equipment for this particular course.

Group discussion, working individually,in pairs and in groups, learner feedback and creating a portfolio.