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Information Security Courses

Information security courses can help you learn risk assessment, network security protocols, encryption techniques, and incident response strategies. You can build skills in threat analysis, vulnerability management, and compliance with security regulations. Many courses introduce tools like firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and security information and event management (SIEM) software, demonstrating how these tools are applied to protect data and maintain system integrity.

Popular Information Security Courses and Certifications


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    Packt

    Practical AI Agents 2026 – Build Agentic Workflows

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Agentic Workflows, AI Workflows, Generative AI Agents, AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence, Business Process Automation, Agentic systems, Workflow Management, AI literacy, Automation, Process Flow Diagrams, Marketing Automation, AI Integrations, Decision Making

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pearson

    CCNA 200-301 Version 1.1: Unit 6

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Cyber Security Policies, Security Controls, Infrastructure Security, Cybersecurity, Security Management, Identity and Access Management, Authentications, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Local Area Networks, Enterprise Security, Network Switches, Authorization (Computing), Command-Line Interface

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University at Buffalo

    Introduction to the Nonprofit Sector, Nonprofit Organizations, Nonprofit Leadership and Governance

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Governance, Leadership and Management, Organizational Effectiveness, Leadership Studies, Organizational Leadership, Leadership, Case Studies, Analysis

    4.4
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    218 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    e-Learning Ecologies: Innovative Approaches to Teaching and Learning for the Digital Age

    Skills you'll gain: Differentiated Instruction, Digital pedagogy, Collaborative Software, Education Software and Technology, digital literacy, Emerging Technologies, Innovation, Digital Communications

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    1.6K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    28DIGITAL

    Privacy in the USA

    Skills you'll gain: Court Systems, Telecommunications, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Information Privacy, Personally Identifiable Information, Case Law, Data Access, Data Security, Digital Communications, Public Safety and National Security, Public Policies, Security Management, Security Strategy

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    50 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Emory University

    Conflict Transformation

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Mediation, De-escalation Techniques, Personal Development, Discussion Facilitation, Self-Awareness, Active Listening, Communication

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    457 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Business Statistics and Analysis Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Business Analytics, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Presentations, Data Presentation, Statistics, Statistical Reporting, Data Literacy, Analytical Skills, Analysis, Technical Communication, Predictive Analytics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Regression Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Microsoft Excel

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    443 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Secure AI: Threat Model & Test Endpoints

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, AI Security, DevSecOps, Security Testing, Continuous Monitoring, CI/CD, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, DevOps, System Monitoring, Application Security, Continuous Integration, Test Script Development, Endpoint Security, Scripting, Unit Testing, Integration Testing, Data Validation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Data Mining Foundations and Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Data Mining, Anomaly Detection, Unsupervised Learning, Data Warehousing, Machine Learning Methods, Supervised Learning, Data Pipelines, Data Preprocessing, Classification Algorithms, Data Processing, Data Modeling, Decision Tree Learning, Data Science, Data Management, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Cleansing, Model Evaluation, Analytical Skills, Ideation, Exploratory Data Analysis

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    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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    188 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    CertNexus

    Internet of Things (IoT) Practitioner (Exam ITP-110)

    Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, PIC Microcontrollers, Cybersecurity, Wireless Networks, Information Systems Security, Information Privacy, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Safety and Security, Cloud Services, Software Development, Power Electronics, Microarchitecture, Software Development Life Cycle, Basic Electrical Systems, Systems Development Life Cycle, Restful API, Electrical Wiring, Electrical Equipment, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Power

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pearson

    Cisco Certified Support Technician IT Support 100-140 Unit 5

    Skills you'll gain: Mac OS, Microsoft Windows, Operating System Administration, Desktop Support, System Support, End User Training and Support, Knowledge of Apple Software, System Configuration, Computer Displays, Software Installation, Enterprise Application Management, Operating Systems, Android (Operating System), Apple iOS, Mobile Security, Patch Management, Package and Software Management, iOS Development, System Monitoring, OS Process Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Google Workspace Core Services

    Skills you'll gain: Google Workspace, Gmail, Google Gemini, Service Management, Scripting, Automation, Document Management, System Configuration, Collaborative Software, Configuration Management, Cloud Storage

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    1K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular information security courses

  • Practical AI Agents 2026 – Build Agentic Workflows: Packt
  • CCNA 200-301 Version 1.1: Unit 6: Pearson
  • Introduction to the Nonprofit Sector, Nonprofit Organizations, Nonprofit Leadership and Governance: University at Buffalo
  • e-Learning Ecologies: Innovative Approaches to Teaching and Learning for the Digital Age: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Privacy in the USA: 28DIGITAL
  • Conflict Transformation: Emory University
  • Business Statistics and Analysis Capstone: Rice University
  • Secure AI: Threat Model & Test Endpoints: Coursera
  • Data Mining Foundations and Practice: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Internet of Things (IoT) Practitioner (Exam ITP-110): CertNexus

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