Dates and location
Hours
Dates and location
Hours
Description
This course is designed to cover everything you need to know about keeping your workplace safe from cyberattacks. Learners will be introduced to key cybersecurity principles, including understanding common cyber threats (such as phishing, malware, hackers, and social engineering), data protection strategies, password management, secure communication practices, social media safety guidelines, and the importance of adhering to organizational cybersecurity policies. Additionally, learners will understand how to recognize vulnerabilities, respond to incidents, and implement preventative measures. This course will empower you with practical skills to enhance your organization's cybersecurity defenses and protect sensitive information.
Note: Retired members eligible to receive free PD should be aware that this course does not qualify.
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Key Takeaways
Upon completion of this course, learners will:
- Understand the most common cyber threats, including phishing, malware, hackers, and social engineering.
- Learn best practices for protecting sensitive data and maintaining privacy in the workplace.
- Recognize vulnerabilities and respond effectively to potential cybersecurity incidents.
- Implement preventative measures to reduce the risk of cyberattacks.
- Gain practical skills to protect personal and work devices from cyber threats.
Who Will Benefit
This course is ideal for anyone looking to strengthen workplace security whether you handle sensitive data, enforce cybersecurity policies, or simply want to protect your devices.
How to Access the Course
To access your course, visit the CPA Ontario Blackboard site and sign in using the same username and password used for the Registration Portal. You can also access your course through the Blackboard Learn app (iOS or Android).
Important: Course access begins on the date of purchase and remains available for the Access Time specified for the course under Dates and Location. Please review the access time before purchasing. Note that it may take up to 15 minutes after registration for the course to appear in Blackboard.
Registration, cancellation, withdrawal, and other CPA Ontario PD policies can be found here.
Speaker(s)
This course is presented by BizLibrary. At BizLibrary, we’re on a mission to elevate employees’ skills, create better places to work, and do our part to build a more compassionate and competent future. We lean into these goals every day by supporting organizations’ learning and development needs through our innovative platforms and best-in-class content.