Cyber Security Course

Certified Cyber Security Practitioner

From £7,600
4 months full-time
Monday-Thursday

An intensive programme designed to get you hired

Our Certified Cyber Security Practitioner (Ce-CSP) programme is designed to give you a solid foundation in cyber security within a real business context, helping you to develop the skills you need to step into a cyber role in as little as 4 months.

You’ll take part as a trainee cyber security consultant, working within a fictional company to strengthen its security posture.

This hands‑on, scenario‑based approach means you learn by doing, building the practical skills and confidence needed to succeed in the workplace.

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Course details

Build the skills that power successful cyber security careers.

Throughout the 4-month programme, you’ll learn how to present with confidence, communicate professionally, think critically, solve complex problems, and collaborate effectively.

You’ll also develop strong learning habits, benefit from expert mentorship, and become part of a supportive community that grows with you.

Your learning experience is built around expert support, real teamwork, and a virtual space that keeps you connected and engaged.

Tutor-led

You'll have expert tutors on hand for support in every session

Team-based learning

You'll work in a team of 4-6 people, solving real-world problems like you're in the workplace

Virtual classroom

The course is 100% remote, so you'll meet daily in the virtual classroom (on Zoom)

Digital campus

Our digital campus gives you access to a virtual library of learning resources and hands-on labs

Careers guidance

A dedicated careers curriculum with guidance and mentoring to help you secure a role.

Wellbeing support

Our wellbeing team & Mental Health First Aiders are on hand to provide support when needed

Accredited by the Chartered Institute of Information Security (CIISec) allowing graduates to become Accredited Affiliates
Aligned to the UK Cyber Security Council's Associate Cyber Security Professional Title

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Learn more about our Ce-CSP programme at our next virtual open event - ask any questions and meet the team

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What you'll learn

Problem area 1: Understanding cyber security in business

You’ll begin by understanding why cyber security exists, and where it sits within an organisation, covering topics such as:

Ethics
Culture
Cyber awareness
Risk

Problem area 2: Security by design

You’ll start to consider an organisation’s security architecture by working on real, scenario-based problems, developing your understanding of key concepts including:

Networks
Operating systems
Governance & compliance
Laws & regulations
Audit

Problem area 3: Applied security

Using the skills and knowledge developed through problem areas 1 and 2, you’ll now approach working across more complex exercises, such as:

Endpoints
Cloud security
Cryptography
Access control
Digital forensics

Problem area 4: Offensive and defensive security

Your understanding of the cyber security threat landscape will deepen further as you apply your knowledge in the context of different security environments. This problem area covers:

Security Operations Centre / SOC (often known as the blue-team)
Penetration testing (often referred to as red-team, or ethical hacking)
Threat intelligence
Reconnaissance and malware analysis

Problem area 5: Business continuity management

Now ready to tackle the wider picture, you’ll develop your understanding of what it takes to build strategic business resilience, looking at:

Operational technology (OT)
Physical security
Incident management & response

Careers curriculum

Alongside the five core problem areas, you’ll follow a structured careers curriculum that equips you with everything you need to secure your first role. Our support includes:

CV and profile workshops
Practical interview preparation
Personalised guidance and mentoring

Start dates

Start your learning journey with one of our scheduled cohorts running across the year

More dates coming soon...

We don't have any dates available for this course right now, but you can still continue with an application and get started with your pre-course work in the meantime. As soon as our next cohort is published, we'll let you know!

An investment in your future

Learn more about our accessible payment options

Pay up-front

Make one easy payment of £7,600 (including VAT). Pay by card or BACS via Stripe.

Interest-free payment plan

Spread the £7,600 cost over 6-36 months, interest-free, with EdAid. Subject to eligibility requirements.

Future Earnings Agreement (FEA)

Defer your tuition fee until you're earning over £25,000 with StepEx. Subject to eligibility requirements.

Ready to get started?

We don’t have academic entry requirements. Instead, we’re looking for people with passion, drive, and determination to work hard and reskill.

You can join the programme if you’re 18 or over, able to communicate in English at a conversational level, and able to attend at least 90% of classes. You should be willing to work with others, learn, and participate fully, and you’ll need basic IT skills along with a computer that has a working camera and microphone.

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Application

You’ll complete a short application form to register your interest and confirm your eligibility for the course.

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Assessment

You’ll be invited to complete a self assessment and some pre-course work in preparation for starting the course.

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Introductory call

We’ll give you a call to chat about what led you to apply, and why you’re interested in a career in cyber security.

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Interview

We’ll meet with you on Zoom to chat further about your aspirations for the CAPSLOCK course and beyond.

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Offer & tuition funding

Following a successful interview, you’ll receive an offer, and begin arranging your tuition funding.

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Enrolment

Once tuition funding is arranged, your place will be confirmed and you’ll be enrolled onto the course.

Ready to take the next step?

Your questions, answered

What job will I get in cyber security after I graduate?

It depends! The field of cyber security is incredibly broad, covering a far greater spectrum of skills and roles than people might expect.

There are roles which are very people-driven, roles which focus heavily on risk and compliance, roles which revolve around tech, and many others.

Some common areas we see for our learners go into include:

SOC (Security Operations Centre) – this involved actively monitoring networks.
Cyber Security Consultancy– typically within a larger organisation, working across a range of cyber security projects.
Information Assurance & Governance – typically less-technical, ensuring compliance, managing risks and supporting audits.

Our incredible learners have been landing jobs with a diverse range of employers, including some of the UK’s largest and most well-known companies such as ITV, BT, Jaguar Land Rover, PwC and Asda.

Living in the UK? You can access any of our payment methods, depending on your visa and right to work.
Living in Ireland? You can pay up-front, or access a Future Earnings Agreement, depending on your visa and right to work.
Living anywhere else? You’re welcome to apply if you’re able to pay-up front.

Whilst we welcome international applicants, please bear in mind that our course and careers support are tailored to a UK market.

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