What You'll Learn
Stay safe online! Learn to protect yourself from scams, phishing attacks, identity theft, and cyber threats. Essential knowledge for anyone using the internet.
Key Skills You'll Master
Recognizing Scams & Phishing
Identify fake emails, suspicious links, phishing websites, and common online scams before they steal your information.
Strong Password Management
Create unbreakable passwords, use password managers, enable two-factor authentication, and protect your accounts.
Safe Browsing Practices
Verify website security (HTTPS), avoid malicious downloads, use ad blockers, and browse privately when needed.
Social Media Privacy
Control privacy settings on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn. Understand what to share and what to keep private.
Protecting Personal Information
Safeguard social security numbers, credit cards, banking details, and prevent identity theft online.
Malware & Virus Prevention
Recognize malware, use antivirus software, avoid ransomware, and recover from security incidents safely.
Course Modules
Module 1: Recognizing Scams & Phishing
2 Hours- Common phishing email patterns
- Fake website identification
- Phone and text message scams
- Social engineering tactics
- Red flags to watch for
- Lab: Identify phishing examples
Module 2: Password Security
2 Hours- Creating strong passwords
- Password manager setup
- Two-factor authentication
- Security questions best practices
- Password recovery safety
- Lab: Set up password manager and 2FA
Module 3: Safe Browsing Practices
2 Hours- HTTPS vs HTTP understanding
- Browser security settings
- Private/incognito browsing
- Cookie management
- Safe download practices
- Lab: Configure browser security
Module 4: Social Media Privacy
2 Hours- Facebook privacy settings
- Instagram account protection
- LinkedIn security best practices
- What not to share online
- Managing friend requests
- Lab: Lock down social media accounts
Module 5: Identity Theft Prevention
2 Hours- Protecting personal information
- Credit monitoring services
- Secure online shopping
- Banking security practices
- Responding to data breaches
- Lab: Set up credit monitoring
Module 6: Malware & Virus Protection
2 Hours- Types of malware explained
- Antivirus software setup
- Ransomware prevention
- Safe software downloads
- System backup strategies
- Lab: Install and configure antivirus
Hands-On Labs & Projects
Lab 1: Phishing Detection
Analyze real phishing email examples, identify red flags, verify sender authenticity, and practice safe email habits.
Lab 2: Password Manager Setup
Install password manager, create master password, migrate existing passwords, enable two-factor authentication.
Lab 3: Browser Security
Configure browser privacy settings, install security extensions, manage cookies, test HTTPS connections.
Lab 4: Social Media Lockdown
Audit Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn privacy settings, limit visibility, control who sees posts, manage apps.
Lab 5: Safe Online Shopping
Verify website legitimacy, use secure payment methods, recognize fake shopping sites, protect credit cards.
Lab 6: Credit Monitoring
Sign up for free credit monitoring, understand credit reports, set up fraud alerts, freeze credit if needed.
Lab 7: Antivirus Protection
Install antivirus software, run full system scan, schedule automatic scans, update virus definitions.
Project: Complete Security Audit
Perform full security review of all accounts, devices, and practices. Implement all learned protections.
Tools & Platforms Required
Note: Most tools are free. Premium options available for enhanced protection.
Who Should Enroll
Learning Outcomes
Build essential digital skills and confidence for modern life:
Digital Confidence
Navigate Windows independently for daily tasks
File Management
Organize documents and photos systematically
Internet Skills
Browse web safely and use email effectively
Workplace Ready
Meet basic computer requirements for office jobs