Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate
Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate is a £39/mo beginner-level course from Coursera, typically completed in 5 months (around 200 study hours).
- Price
- £39/mo
- Duration
- 5 months
- Level
- Beginner
- Study hours
- 200 hours
- Provider
- Coursera
About this course
Google's entry-level cybersecurity certificate — one of the most recognised pathways into the field. You will learn security fundamentals, Linux and SQL basics, use SIEM tools, identify threats and vulnerabilities, execute incident response procedures, and document findings — fully preparing you for junior cybersecurity analyst roles.
What you will be able to do
- Explain core security principles, threats and controls
- Explain the role in plain terms and identify your next learning step
- Apply technical and procedural controls to systems
- Complete assessed work that evidences competence to an awarding standard
- Assemble portfolio evidence you can explain and defend at interview
Highlights
- Apply core cybersecurity principles and security frameworks
- Use Linux command line and SQL for security operations
- Identify threats and vulnerabilities using SIEM tools
- Execute and document structured incident response procedures
- Prepare for entry-level cybersecurity analyst roles
Questions people ask
How much does Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate cost?
Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate costs £39/mo through Coursera. Prices are checked against the provider's UK listing and can change.
How long does Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate take?
The provider lists 5 months. That works out at roughly 200 study hours in total.
Is Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate suitable for beginners?
It is pitched at beginner level, so no prior experience is assumed.
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