Cyber Necessities Level 1
Gain an understanding for cyber security and learn a skill through practical experience to apply that knowledge for embedding security by design into a company’s process/system of your choosing.
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Duration
5 weeks
Format
Instructor-led online
Time
2 (in-class) + 3 (self) hours per week
Language
English
Pre-requisites
None
Price
$1,200 AUD
87% of executives are planning to improve cyber resilience at their organization by strengthening resilience policies, processes and standards
Course Overview
This is the first of three levels in the Arascina Cyber Necessities Programâ„¢ aimed at upskilling non-techies in cyber security. You will learn the essentials of cyber security terminology, models and deeper infosec concepts that serve as the foundation for your career in a digital age.
In the practical project, you will design a process or system with cyber security in mind for a given industry or company of your choice. This will make you fit to apply cyber by design and challenge security concepts on new projects and digital transformations.
What you get

If you are a Risk, Audit or Compliance professional looking to learn about cyber security, then you need to check out the Arascina Cyber Necessities course. I knew I needed to up my knowledge and skills in cyber security but I wasn’t sure how.
The Arascina course was just brilliant. The instructor was so passionate and knowledgeable. The practical project meant that I got to bring all the knowledge taught together and apply it to a real situation for my role.
Value to you
Gain confidence in cyber
The cyber security field can often be intimidating to navigate for non-techies. Understand the foundational concepts, see how they fit together as part of the big picture and gain the confidence to communicate cyber security.
Save time and money
You will receive a burst of knowledge and be taught how to apply cyber security principles in the design of a process or system. Short and sharp at only 5 weeks part-time.
Acquire practical skills for your role
You can read theory anywhere. This course shows you how to apply it through worked examples in class and a project that simulates what you would be required to do in your role.
Open doors to new opportunities
This course will provide you with additional skills to be a step ahead in your chosen profession, increasing your value and consideration for future career opportunities.
Connect with global peers
It’s nice to know there are other like-minded learners like you. What better way than to learn socially together and build your network globally.
Best suited for
No size fits all, we get it. But here is how we have tailored this course with you in mind. Whomever you are, we welcome all learners.
You're awesome in your profession
You know the ins and outs of your profession without a doubt, yet you want to stay relevant and a step ahead of technological change.
You're a business leader
You have a vision for the future. Now you want to be empowered and lead the change in a sustainable and secure way.
You're driving change
You have a great technology team in your workplace. With the level of digital transformation, you think it’s best to be able to talk the same language.
Course FAQ
How is this different from other online courses?
This course will provide you with immersive learning, critical thinking and you walk away with a skill that you can use in your job/role.
If you are looking for a few videos to watch followed by a multiple choice quiz to get a certificate, then this course is likely not for you.
How will this course be delivered?
Classes are run live online with an instructor. An orientation pack will be provided one week prior to classes commencing, which includes your confirmed weekday for the instructor-led class.
This ensures you receive direct access to leading expertise and can ask questions in class, thereby reinforcing your learning as you go.
Which cohort do I get?
As a learner, we want you to get the maximum benefit from your global cohort-learning experience:
- Upon registration, you will be assigned into a small cohort for optimal instructor-led, online face-to-face classes; and
- Each week, you will have the opportunity to be learning with like-minded peers as part of a community of other cohorts.
An orientation pack will be provided one week prior to classes commencing, which includes your confirmed weekday for the instructor-led class.
How do I get the skills badge
To receive the skills badge, you will be required to:
- Attend all instructor-led classes
- Satisfactorily complete all course activities
- Satisfactorily complete and submit all elements of the practical project(s)
Will this be awareness or knowledge or skills?
Arascina bridges the gap between knowledge and application so that you walk away with knowledge and skills to use in your job role.