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Cyber Security Compliance for Non-Tech Employees
Thames College

Updated 2026 | CPD Accredited Course | Free PDF Certificate | Instant Certificate After Completion

Summary

Price
£15 inc VAT
Study method
Online, On Demand 
Course format
8 Videos (with subtitles and transcripts) and 1 PDF
Duration
1.7 hours · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
10 CPD hours / points
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Certificates
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  • CPD Hardcopy Certificate - £15.99
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Overview

Cyber threats rise each year, and cyber security risks now affect every UK workplace. Many non-tech employees face growing pressure as cyber security rules expand, yet they still feel unsure about how to stay safe.

Attackers now target staff inboxes, weak passwords, remote devices, and shared files, which makes cyber security failures more common. Even small errors lead to major data losses, service delays, or legal action. Many teams feel overwhelmed as cyber security checks, audits, and penalties increase across the UK. As a result, employees need clear cyber security guidance that fits daily work and reduces fear and mistakes.

This course offers that solution. It turns cyber security compliance into easy steps that support every role. You will see how simple habits protect data, systems, and remote devices.

You will also learn how cyber security rules like GDPR, NIS2, and the Computer Misuse Act influence daily decisions. Because remote work grows each year, cyber security risk follows staff outside the office, and this course helps you handle that shift with confidence. The course shows you how reporting helps your team reduce harm fast and how cyber security awareness stops threats before they spread.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Identify major UK cyber security rules and explain how they guide safe daily actions
  • Recognise common cyber security threats and make clear decisions that reduce risk
  • Apply secure data steps that support cyber security across office and remote settings
  • Follow incident reporting steps that support fast cyber security response
  • Support cyber security audits by maintaining accurate records and aligned documents

Certificates

CPD

10 CPD hours / points
Accredited by CPD Quality Standards

Curriculum

This course contains

Format: 8 Videos (with subtitles and transcripts) and 1 PDF

Duration: 1h and 44m

    • 1: Module 1: Introduction to Cybersecurity Compliance Preview 11:50
    • 2: Module 2: Key UK Laws and Regulations in Cybersecurity 13:34
    • 3: Module 3: Risk Management and Cybersecurity Threats 12:04
    • 4: Module 4: Essential Cybersecurity Practices for Non-Tech Employees 14:06
    • 5: Module 5: Incident Management and Reporting 11:24
    • 6: Module 6: Compliance Audits and Legal Documentation 13:18
    • 7: Module 7: Cybersecurity in Remote and Hybrid Work Environments 12:31
    • 8: Module 8: Preparing for the Future of Cybersecurity Compliance 13:36
    • 9: CPD Quality Standard Certificate (Optional) 01:00

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Description

Course Curriculum:

  • Module 01: Introduction to Cyber Security Compliance
  • Module 02: Key UK Laws and Regulations in Cyber Security
  • Module 03: Risk Management and Cyber Security Threats
  • Module 04: Essential Cyber Security Practices for Non-Tech Employees
  • Module 05: Incident Management and Reporting
  • Module 06: Compliance Audits and Legal Documentation
  • Module 07: Cyber Security in Remote and Hybrid Work Environments
  • Module 08: Preparing for the Future of Cyber Security Compliance

Who is this course for?

This course suits any UK employee who handles data and wants stronger cyber security skills. It fits office teams, remote workers, admin staff, HR, finance, sales, operations, and customer service roles. It also fits new starters who want confidence in cyber security compliance.

Requirements

This course stays open to all learners. You do not need any cyber security background. You only need a device with internet access.

Career path

After completing this course, learners may move into:

  • Cyber Security Compliance Assistant
  • Cyber Security Awareness Coordinator
  • Cyber Security Governance Support
  • Data Compliance Support Officer
  • Information Governance Assistant
  • GDPR Support Officer
  • Risk and Cyber Security Administrator

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