Free Cybersecurity Courses
1. Google Cybersecurity Certificate (Scholarships & Free Audit)
https://grow.google/certificates/cybersecurity/
- Beginner-friendly, covers tools like SQL, Linux, and security monitoring.
- You can audit for free on Coursera or apply for Google scholarship programs.
2. Cisco Networking Academy – Introduction to Cybersecurity
https://www.netacad.com/courses/cybersecurity/introduction-cybersecurity
- Short, free course available globally.
- Covers cyber threats, security principles, and careers in cybersecurity.
3. Fortinet NSE Training Institute – Free Cybersecurity Training
https://training.fortinet.com/
- Self-paced courses from beginner to advanced.
- Free after registration; includes Fortinet NSE certifications.
4. IBM Cybersecurity Analyst Professional Certificate (Audit for Free)
https://www.coursera.org/professional-certificates/ibm-cybersecurity-analyst
- Teaches SIEM tools, incident response, threat analysis.
- Free if audited (no certificate unless you pay).
5. Open University – Introduction to Cybersecurity
https://www.open.edu/openlearn/introduction-cyber-security/content-section-overview
- 8-week free online course with certificate.
- Covers online safety, malware, and privacy.
6. TryHackMe – Free Rooms
- Hands-on cybersecurity labs with real-world scenarios.
- Some free “rooms” and beginner paths (e.g., “Pre Security”).
7. Microsoft Learn – Security, Compliance & Identity Fundamentals
https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/training/paths/sc-900-security-compliance-identity/
- Official Microsoft fundamentals course.
- Prepares for SC-900 exam (optional paid).
8. SANS Cyber Aces Online
- Free training covering operating systems, networking, and system administration.
- Available worldwide.
9. INE – Introduction to Cybersecurity
https://ine.com/pages/cybersecurity
- Free access to some cybersecurity basics courses.
- Includes fundamentals in networking and penetration testing.
10. EDX – Cybersecurity Fundamentals (RIT)
https://www.edx.org/course/cybersecurity-fundamentals
- Free to audit, taught by Rochester Institute of Technology.
- Covers basic security concepts, cryptography, and risk management.
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