In this course, you are at the centre of online safety, turning passive cyber security training into active engagement. You’ll explore how social engineering works, why it’s effective, and how to spot the red flags. With guidance from our AI-powered Cyber Security Lead, you’ll navigate real-world workplace scenarios, reflect on risky behaviours, and build confidence in your ability to respond and report appropriately.

The duration time of 10 minutes is a guide and may vary based on the learner’s existing knowledge. We estimate this course to take between 10 minutes and 30 minutes.

Learning objectives

• Explain what social engineering is and how it works
• Identify common tactics used by cybercriminals to manipulate people
• Recognise warning signs in emails, messages, and social media posts
• Describe best practices for responding to suspicious activity

It can be taken as a refresher or in conjunction with other courses in the Cyber Security topic.