Course Overview

This course is designed for all individuals, regardless of their technical background. It includes hands-on activities that teach essential cybersecurity skills to help protect personal and professional information.

Module 1: Introduction to Cyber Threats

Overview

Learn about different types of cyber threats like phishing, malware, and scams. Understand how they impact individuals and businesses.

Hands-On Activities

• Watch a real-world phishing attempt video.
• Spot 5 scam signs from a fake email sample.

Tools Used

Video player, sample email screenshots

Module 2: Passwords and Authentication

Overview

Understand the importance of strong passwords and how to secure accounts using MFA.

Hands-On Activities

• Check if your email has been breached using haveibeenpwned.com.
• Install and configure Bitwarden password manager.
• Enable MFA on your Google or Facebook account.

Tools Used

Browser, Bitwarden, Smartphone

Module 3: Email & Phishing Awareness

Overview

Identify and avoid phishing emails and malicious attachments.

Hands-On Activities

• Analyze 3 phishing email samples.
• Use VirusTotal and CheckPhish to verify suspicious links.

Tools Used

Browser, VirusTotal, CheckPhish

Module 4: Safe Browsing & Wi-Fi Practices

Overview

Learn how to browse safely, use secure websites, and avoid risks of public Wi-Fi.

Hands-On Activities

• Install HTTPS Everywhere and uBlock Origin browser extensions.
• Connect to demo open Wi-Fi and discuss risks.

Tools Used

Browser, Extensions, Demo Wi-Fi

Module 5: Mobile & Social Media Safety

Overview

Secure mobile devices and recognize social engineering on social media.

Hands-On Activities

• Review and adjust app permissions on your phone.
• Enable app locks and review screen lock settings.
• Disable unnecessary location tracking.

Tools Used

Smartphone

Module 6: Personal and Workplace Security Habits

Overview

Best practices for personal cybersecurity hygiene and workplace data handling.

Hands-On Activities

• Create a personal data backup plan using cloud services.
• Run a cyber hygiene checklist on your device.

Tools Used

Google Drive, OneDrive, Device Settings