PAICTA SECURE ACADEMY/ CHECK POINT COURSES

Dear Unemployed Youth,

We have great news for you! PAICTA (Pan African Information Communication Technology Association) is pleased to announce the offering of Check Point courses specially designed to empower and equip unemployed youth with essential skills for today’s digital world.

Our courses include a range of topics, including;

Secure Academy Cybersecurity Essentials:

1. Gain a thorough understanding of key terms and concepts in the field of cybersecurity.
2. Analyse the threats and risks present in the cybersecurity landscape.
3. Assess the outcomes of decision-making in various cybersecurity scenarios.
4. Acquire comprehensive knowledge on the fundamental principles of cybersecurity.
5. Obtain the expertise necessary to pursue a career in cybersecurity.

Digital Forensics: This course offers a comprehensive overview of essential components of information security, such as identification, authentication, authorization, virtualization, cloud computing, wireless networks, mobile and IoT devices, and data security. The interactive lab component ensures learners receive hands-on practical experience, preparing them for a future in cybersecurity.

Ethical Hacking: EHE is an introductory security course that covers important foundational concepts of information security, ethical hacking, and penetration testing. It equips students with knowledge about the security threats impacting IT systems and general security controls.

Network Défense: Network Défense is a unique MOOC certification that provides foundational knowledge and skills in network security. The course includes 12 modules and optional lab upgrades to gain hands-on experience. It covers fundamental network security concepts, including IoT, cryptography, and PKI.