Cybersecurity · Cisco course
Introduction to Cybersecurity
An introductory course from Cisco Networking Academy, delivered by Akili Za Kesho. Start any time, self-paced with mentor support.
Free to apply · pay only after you're accepted · certification exams taken separately

- Length
- ≈ 6 hours
- Level
- Beginner
- Language
- English
- Format
- Self-paced
What you will learn
Protect the systems people depend on.
- Recognise threats and how attacks unfold
- Practise defending networks and devices
- Cisco course certificate and digital badge
Course details
- Length
- About 6 hours of study
- Level
- Beginner
- Language
- English
- How it runs
- Self-paced online, with mentor support
- Schedule
- Start any time, self-paced with mentor support
- Before you start
- None. A good first step for anyone curious about cybersecurity.
- What it leads to
- Cybersecurity courses such as Endpoint Security, Network Defense and CyberOps Associate.
- You earn
- A Cisco course certificate and digital badge
Questions people ask
How much does Introduction to Cybersecurity cost?
UGX 250,000 per course. It is free to apply and you pay only after you are accepted. You can pay by Mobile Money or card, in up to 4 instalments.
When does the next Introduction to Cybersecurity class start?
Start any time. Apply now — begin as soon as you're enrolled. Start any time, self-paced with mentor support.
Do I need experience first?
None. A good first step for anyone curious about cybersecurity.
How are classes run?
Self-paced online, with mentor support. Classes are in English.
What do I get at the end?
A Cisco Networking Academy course certificate and a digital badge when you complete the course.
Is the certification exam included?
Certification exams are not part of the training fee. You book and pay for the exam separately, for example at our partner AFRALTI or a Pearson VUE test centre.
How do I apply?
Press Apply, fill in the short form with this course already chosen, and we reply by email. Applying is free.