Gain a solid foundation in cybersecurity principles and concepts.
Method of Study
Online, flexible
Register for Course
New users will need to create a free account and fill in a short form on FETCH, Ireland's Further Education and Training Hub.
This course operates on a fixed intake basis, with the course beginning on specific dates throughout the year.
This course will open for registration on 18/08/2025 and will remain open until the course begins on 08/09/2025.
This course provides learners with foundational skills in cybersecurity, focusing on threat analysis, system vulnerabilities, and security protocols. Learners will develop critical knowledge to protect digital assets and prepare for entry-level cybersecurity roles. After completing the course, can register for an exam to gain certification in cybersecurity from Cisco.
By completing this course you will be able to:
By successfully passing the exam at the end of the course, you will also achieve a Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) Cybersecurity Certificate, an industry recognised qualification certified by Cisco.
This course is available to all adults over the age of 18 resident in the Republic of Ireland.
You can sign up for this course by visiting FETCH, Irelands Further Education and Training Hub. You will have to register for an account before you can begin the course.
The provider for this course is Cenit College, and your learning will be delivered through the eCollege online learning environment. When you complete your application you will receive an email with your access details, and when you log into the platform you will see details of how to contact your course tutor. You can contact your course tutor at any time, or reach out to Cenit College directly at eCollegeinfo@cenitcollege.ie
In order to excel in this course, it is recommended that you have prior experience in ICT and in particular, networking. If you need to acquire this experience first, you can sign up for one of the following courses on eCollege:
Yes, this course is supported by an online tutor who you will have access to during the course.
This exam for this course is fully online and is proctored. The exam duration is 50 minutes with 35-50 questions.
You will require access to a PC or laptop running a supported version of Microsoft Windows (the most recent version is Windows 11) or MacOS (the most recent version is Sonoma).
The tutor may advise the downloading and installing of additional free or open-source applications throughout the course.
