CertPREP courseware

Self-paced CertPREP courseware for IT Specialist - Cybersecurity provides a foundation for many key security paradigms, terminology, and mindset. Successful candidates will develop a keen awareness of the importance of security and the threats to a business when security procedures are not followed. They will develop the investigative and implementation skills necessary to succeed in the field and have an aptitude and desire to learn more and a willingness to teach others. They will become familiar with the toolset at a fundamental level and can assist in threat mitigation and incident response.

These skills will help prepare you for entry-level cybersecurity-related careers. 

Course components:

• eBooks
• Training lab
• Videos
• Practice test

Duration: Approximately 4 days of training. Each learner will progress at their own rate.

Audience:

Designed for learners interested in obtaining a working-level proficiency with cybersecurity. After completing this course, you will be able to perform the basic responsibilities of an entry-level professional in the IT field.

Prerequisites:

• General operating system knowledge (Windows, MacOS, Linux)
• Familiarity with connecting to a wireless network with common commercial components
• Familiarity with setting up a simple home network

Required course materials: Self-paced Pearson CertPREP IT Specialist Cybersecurity (INF-105) courseware with 180-day access.

Course objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course, you should be able to understand and implement the following: 

• Essential security principles
• Basic network security concepts
• Endpoint security concepts
• Vulnerability Assessment and risk management
• Incident handling

Exam voucher

After completing the CertPREP courseware, it’s time to put your knowledge to the test!
 
The IT Specialist Cybersecurity exam voucher allows you to validate your new skills and take the next step on your journey to becoming a tech professional.

The IT Specialist Cybersecurity exam maximum time length is 50 minutes to complete the exam. The estimated number of questions that will be on your IT Specialist Cybersecurity exam is between 40 and 50 questions. 


Special Instructions for IT Specialist Vouchers
 
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Vouchers purchased are only for use in the country you select. Vouchers expire twelve months from date of purchase. Exams can be scheduled and taken online or at a Pearson VUE test center on or before the expiration date of the voucher(s). The specific expiration date will be sent with the voucher number via email. All sales of exam vouchers are final, no exceptions.
 

Note: Due to pricing limitations, this voucher is currently unavailable in the following countries: Aland Islands, Bouvet Island, Colombia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Gibraltar, Greenland, Guernsey, Iceland, Iraq, Isle of Man, Jersey, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Northern Mariana Islands, Norway, Poland, South Georgia / Sandwich Islands, Sweden, and Vatican City State.