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Futureproof Your Career With Cybersecurity Skills
The rise of cyber threats has made cybersecurity one of the most in-demand skills across industries. Companies worldwide are investing heavily in cybersecurity professionals to safeguard their data and systems.
At Heicoders Academy, we are excited to introduce CS100: Cybersecurity Essentials, a beginner-friendly course designed to equip learners with real-world cybersecurity skills to tackle evolving cyber threats.
This course is subsidised by IBF and SkillsFuture, making it accessible to individuals looking to upskill or transition into cybersecurity.
Why We’re Launching This Course
Cybersecurity is no longer optional – it is a necessity. Every business, from startups to multinational corporations, faces cyber threats daily. However, the industry faces a shortage of skilled cybersecurity professionals. By offering this course, Heicoders Academy aims to bridge the talent gap and equip learners with industry-relevant skills to enter this fast-growing field.
We designed this course to:
- Empower Learners: Provide practical, hands-on experience with cybersecurity tools.
- Raise Industry Standards: Many cybersecurity courses are too theoretical. This course focuses on real-world applications, preparing learners for in-demand cybersecurity roles.
Course Overview: What You’ll Learn
This 7-lesson course is beginner-friendly and covers both offensive and defensive cybersecurity strategies. Students will gain hands-on experience with industry-standard tools like SIEM, WAF, and EDR solutions while mastering concepts like:
- Β Threat Detection & Incident Response β Learn how to identify and mitigate cyber threats in real-time.Β
- Vulnerability Assessment β Understand how hackers exploit weaknesses and how to patch them.Β
- Ethical Hacking & Penetration Testing β Develop hands-on offsensive cybersecurity skills.Β
- Security Operations Center (SOC) Functions β Explore how organisations monitor and respond to cyber threats.
- AI in Cybersecurity & Cloud Security β Stay ahead with emerging trends and technologies.
Who Is This Course For?
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Aspiring Cybersecurity Professionals β Those looking to transition into cybersecurity with no prior experience.
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IT Professionals & Career Switchers β Individuals looking to upskill and move into cybersecurity roles.
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Students & Graduates β Those seeking practical cybersecurity knowledge and industry-recognised training.
No prior cybersecurity experience is required! However, basic IT knowledge will be beneficial.
What This Course Is NOT
We believe in real skills, not hype. This course is not about providing you with fluffy content on cybersecurity policy management or flashy hacking tricks. Instead, it provides practical, job-ready skills that will help learners secure roles in cybersecurity and protect organisations from real-world cyber threats.
Subsidies & Course Fees
This course is subsidized by the Institute of Banking & Finance (IBF), with additional support from SkillsFuture and UTAP:
Category | IBF Subsidy | Course Fees After Subsidy (Incl. GST) |
Singaporeans aged 40+ | 70% | $624 |
Singaporeans <40 & PRs | 50% | $944 |
Non-Singapore Citizens | – | $1,744 |
β‘οΈ SkillsFuture Credits can further offset course fees for Singaporeans aged 25+.
β‘οΈ NTUC Union Members can get a 50% reimbursement (up to $250/year) with UTAP.
Donβt miss this opportunity to kickstart your cybersecurity journey! Seats are limited – secure your spot today.
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