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Network Security Courses

Network security courses can help you learn about firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption protocols. You can build skills in risk assessment, incident response, and vulnerability management. Many courses introduce tools like Wireshark for network analysis, Nessus for vulnerability scanning, and various security information and event management (SIEM) systems, showing how these skills are applied in practical work to protect networks from cyber threats.

Popular Network Security Courses and Certifications


  • A

    Amazon Web Services

    AWS Networking Basics v01.01.00s

    Skills you'll gain: Network Routing, Routing Protocols, Network Troubleshooting, Virtual Networking, Network Performance Management, Network Monitoring, General Networking, Amazon Web Services, Network Planning And Design, Wide Area Networks, Network Architecture, Capacity Management, Performance Tuning

    4.4 stars, 110 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (110) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Free
    Free
  • P

    Politecnico di Milano

    Designing Learning Innovation

    Skills you'll gain: Pedagogy, Teaching, Instructional Design, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Instructional Strategies, Student Engagement, Lesson Planning, Educational Materials, Innovation, Student-Centred Learning, Curriculum Planning, Learning Theory, Open Source Technology, Learning Strategies

    4.9 stars, 887 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (887) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    GAAP & Double-Entry Bookkeeping

    Skills you'll gain: Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Bookkeeping, Accruals, Accounting, Accounting Records, Balancing (Ledger/Billing), General Accounting, Regulatory Compliance, Revenue Recognition, Journals

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Utilize LinkedIn for Career Search

    Skills you'll gain: LinkedIn, Professional Networking, Professional Development, Applicant Tracking Systems, Content Optimization, Web Presence, Social Media, Editing

    4.6 stars, 271 reviews, Intermediate, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.6 (271) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Social Media Advertising

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media, Social Media Campaigns, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Content Performance Analysis, Advertising Campaigns, Online Advertising, Advertising, Social Media Management, Target Audience, Social Media Analytics, Meta Ads Manager, Digital Advertising, Paid media, Social Media Content, Campaign Management, Performance marketing, Data Ethics, Instagram, Digital Analysis

    4.6 stars, 334 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (334) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University at Buffalo

    Blockchain Platforms

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Emerging Technologies, Distributed Computing, Cloud Platforms, Microsoft Azure, Platform As A Service (PaaS), File Systems, Application Development, Scalability, Data Storage

    4.6 stars, 1.2K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (1.2K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • N

    Northwestern University

    Content, Advertising & Social IMC

    Skills you'll gain: Integrated Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Content Marketing, Driving engagement, Social Media Content, Social Media, Social Media Campaigns, Social Media Strategy, Marketing Effectiveness, Marketing Communications, Earned Media, Social Media Analytics, Owned Media, Online Advertising, Paid media, Media Strategy, Content Creation, Advertising Campaigns, Digital Media Strategy, A/B Testing

    4.7 stars, 1.1K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (1.1K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    LearnQuest

    Mastering Digital Prospecting Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Sales Prospecting, Prospecting and Qualification, Lead Generation, Cross-Channel Marketing, Sales Enablement, Sales, Sales Development, Global Marketing, Driving engagement, Sales Operations, Communication Strategies, Inside Sales, Regional Sales, Customer Engagement, LinkedIn, Sales Pipelines, Sales Strategy, Drive Engagement, AI Personalization, Personalized Campaigns

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Requirements Gathering for Secure Software Development

    Skills you'll gain: Requirements Analysis, User Requirements Documents, Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Development Methodologies, Requirements Elicitation, Agile Methodology, Software Documentation, Software Design Documents, Security Requirements Analysis, System Requirements, Software Development Life Cycle, Agile Software Development, Waterfall Methodology

    4.6 stars, 688 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (688) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    International Travel Preparation, Safety, & Wellness

    Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Cultural Sensitivity, Healthcare Ethics, Cultural Diversity, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Stress Management, Preventative Care, Injury Prevention, Occupational Health, Public Health, Health And Safety Standards, Safety and Security, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Adaptability, Infectious Diseases, Emergency Response, Mental Health, Planning

    4.7 stars, 465 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (465) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Corporate Finance Institute

    Wealth Management

    Skills you'll gain: Market Data, Wealth Management, Equities, Financial Market, Financial Planning, Retail Banking, Portfolio Management, Securities (Finance), Consumer Behaviour, Market Liquidity, Investments, Capital Markets, Economics, Financial Management, Banking, Economic Development, Investment Management, Banking Services, Personalized Service, Financial Services

    4.6 stars, 80 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (80) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Trending right now
    Trending right now
    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    Infosec

    Introduction to Python for Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Cybersecurity, Cyber Operations, Exploitation techniques, IT Automation, Scripting, Python Programming, Scripting Languages

    4.5 stars, 434 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (434) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular network security courses

  • AWS Networking Basics v01.01.00s: Amazon Web Services
  • Designing Learning Innovation: Politecnico di Milano
  • GAAP & Double-Entry Bookkeeping: Coursera
  • Utilize LinkedIn for Career Search: Coursera
  • Social Media Advertising: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Blockchain Platforms: University at Buffalo
  • Content, Advertising & Social IMC: Northwestern University
  • Mastering Digital Prospecting Foundations: LearnQuest
  • Requirements Gathering for Secure Software Development: University of Colorado System
  • International Travel Preparation, Safety, & Wellness: Johns Hopkins University

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