Cisco and The Open University have launched a new microcredential in Cyber Security Operations available online.
The Cyber Security Operations microcredential is designed to fill the skills gap within the industry and help professionals looking to improve their skills. Using up-to-date experience from the internationally recognised Cisco CCNA Cyber Security Operations certification, delivered by Senior Lecturer in Networking at The Open University, Andrew Smith, this course will allow students to develop the skills and knowledge needed to respond to and prevent cyber-attacks and cybercrimes.
What professionals knew a couple of years ago will have most likely already changed and will continue to do so over time. Furthermore, the need for skilled cybersecurity talent is greater than ever, with the global IT security skills shortages already surpassing four million in 2019 according to the latest research from (ISC)2.
Chief Executive of FutureLearn, Simon Nelson, said: “Both FutureLearn and our partners recognise that microcredentials will be an essential tool in the face of a rapidly changing workplace.”
“The need is greater than ever, especially in an equally fast-moving industry such as cyber security, for professionals to continuously upskill themselves in order to stay relevant and marketable. Having access to flexible and affordable credentialed learning will be crucial for industry employers and professionals alike as the market continues to advance.”
Microcredentials are accredited, online courses designed to help learners build specialised skills relevant to their career. The course is currently open for enrolment and begins on 16 March 2020.
Students who successfully complete the Cyber Security Operations microcredential will receive 15 UK credits at Postgraduate level from The Open University, a Certificate of Completion from Cisco Networking Academy and, a significant discount on the optional Cisco CCNA Cyber Security Operations Exam should they pass the embedded final assessment at 75% or higher on the first attempt. For further information about OU co-productions visit: http://www.open.ac.uk/.
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