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Cybersecurity Awareness for Non-Technical Employees
Develop the skills to recognize and prevent cybersecurity threats in the workplacePreview the first lesson free — get full access to all 22 lessons.
Essential Provider : KnowledgeCity 6 chapters · 22 Lessons · 1h 7m in Arabic, English, Spanish
Course Description
Cybercriminals often rely on human error to bypass security defenses, making cybersecurity awareness a critical skill for every employee. This Cybersecurity Awareness for Non-Technical Employees course teaches you how to identify and prevent cyber threats—without needing an IT background.
We’ll start by exploring common attack methods, including phishing, malware, and social engineering, with real-world examples to show how minor mistakes, like clicking on a fraudulent email or using a weak password, can lead to major security breaches.
The course also covers best practices for securing workplace devices, identifying suspicious activity, and following company security protocols. You’ll learn how to respond to breaches when they do occur and the best ways to report issues to strengthen your company’s defenses.
With a focus on practical application, you’ll gain the confidence to make smart security decisions in everyday situations. By the end, you’ll be equipped to recognize threats, protect sensitive information, and contribute to a secure workplace environment.
What You'll Learn
- Identify common cyber threats that target organizations, including phishing, malware, and social engineering
- Recognize suspicious emails, links, and attachments to prevent security breaches
- Create and manage strong passwords to protect personal and company data
- Follow cybersecurity best practices for securing workplace devices and networks
- Respond effectively to potential cybersecurity incidents and report them to strengthen company defenses
- Handle sensitive information and recognize insider threats to protect data privacy
Key Takeaways
- Cybercriminals often rely on human error, so cybersecurity awareness is a critical skill for every employee.
- Minor mistakes, such as clicking a fraudulent email or using a weak password, can lead to major security breaches.
- Non-technical employees play a role in cybersecurity by following company security protocols and securing workplace devices.
- Knowing how to respond to and report breaches helps strengthen a company's defenses.
- Building a cybersecurity-first mindset helps employees make smart security decisions in everyday situations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is this course for?
It is designed for non-technical employees who want to learn how to identify and prevent cyber threats without needing an IT background.
Do I need an IT background to take this course?
No. The course teaches you how to identify and prevent cyber threats without needing an IT background.
What topics does this course cover?
It covers common attack methods including phishing, malware, and social engineering, plus best practices for securing workplace devices, identifying suspicious activity, following company security protocols, data privacy, recognizing insider threats, and responding to and reporting breaches.
What skills will I gain?
You will gain skills in cybersecurity compliance, data protection planning, and threat detection, and the confidence to make smart security decisions in everyday situations.
How is the course structured?
The course is organized into lessons spanning topics from an introduction through phishing, malware, social engineering, passwords, securing devices, data privacy, incident response, and reporting, with several Test Your Knowledge checkpoints and a concluding lesson.
Professional Certifications and Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM®)
Professional Development Credits (PDCs): 1.25
KnowledgeCity is approved by SHRM as a Recertification General Provider to offer SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP professional development credits (PDCs). By taking the courses approved by SHRM, KnowledgeCity can award SHRM Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for HR knowledge and competency programs related to the SHRM Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge™ (the SHRM BASK™).
