How long is the Phishing and Social Engineering Defence course?

The course runs approximately 28 hours across 8 modules and 16 lessons, completed online at your own pace.

How much does Phishing and Social Engineering Defence cost?

The training fee is KES 18,000, with M-Pesa, card and Paystack payment options and lifetime access.

Is Phishing and Social Engineering Defence certified?

Yes. On passing the final assessment you receive a GLI-branded certificate with QR verification. CCS is NITA-accredited.

Phishing and Social Engineering Defence | CCS Online Learning

Name: Phishing and Social Engineering Defence
Price: 18000 KES

This comprehensive intermediate course equips professionals with the skills, tools and confidence to excel in phishing and social engineering defence. Grounded in global best practice and tailored to the African context.

What You Will Learn

✓Establish the core principles and frameworks of phishing and social engineering defence
✓Assess practical tools to real workplace challenges
✓Create and improve current practices in their organisation
✓Lead and implement effective approaches with measurable outcomes
✓Align cybersecurity practice with organisational strategy
✓Establish risk, compliance and governance considerations

Modules

Lessons

28 hours

Duration

🎍 Certificate & NITA Accreditation

On passing the final exam (50 MCQs, 70% pass mark, unlimited retakes) you receive a GLI-branded PDF certificate with QR verification. CCS is NITA-accredited — eligible employers can claim NITA levy reimbursement for this course.

Course Curriculum

8 modules · 16 lessons · Interactive quizzes · Study notes · Practical exercises · Final exam

Module 1: Foundations and Key Concepts

2 lessons · 114 min · 4 hours

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Understanding the Fundamentals

63 min

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Key Concepts and Terminology

51 min

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📝 Study Notes

KEY TAKEAWAYS — Foundations and Key Concepts • Phishing and Social Engineering Defence requires both technical skill and sound judgement. • Always start from clear objectives and measurable outcomes. • Use data to drive decisions, not assumptions. • Assign clear ownership and accountability. • Embed lessons learned into systems and culture. • Account for the African operating context and local regulations.

✏️ Practical Exercise

Reflect on your own organisation. Identify one real challenge related to "Foundations and Key Concepts". Using the frameworks from this module, outline (1) the objective, (2) two practical actions you would take this month, and (3) how you would measure success. Be specific and realistic for your context.

Module 2: Strategic Context and Environment

2 lessons · 108 min · 4 hours

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Reading the Operating Environment

49 min

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Aligning with Organisational Strategy

59 min

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KEY TAKEAWAYS — Strategic Context and Environment • Phishing and Social Engineering Defence requires both technical skill and sound judgement. • Always start from clear objectives and measurable outcomes. • Use data to drive decisions, not assumptions. • Assign clear ownership and accountability. • Embed lessons learned into systems and culture. • Account for the African operating context and local regulations.

✏️ Practical Exercise

Reflect on your own organisation. Identify one real challenge related to "Strategic Context and Environment". Using the frameworks from this module, outline (1) the objective, (2) two practical actions you would take this month, and (3) how you would measure success. Be specific and realistic for your context.

Module 3: Core Frameworks and Tools

2 lessons · 114 min · 3 hours

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Essential Frameworks and Models

50 min

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Practical Tools and Techniques

64 min

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KEY TAKEAWAYS — Core Frameworks and Tools • Phishing and Social Engineering Defence requires both technical skill and sound judgement. • Always start from clear objectives and measurable outcomes. • Use data to drive decisions, not assumptions. • Assign clear ownership and accountability. • Embed lessons learned into systems and culture. • Account for the African operating context and local regulations.

✏️ Practical Exercise

Reflect on your own organisation. Identify one real challenge related to "Core Frameworks and Tools". Using the frameworks from this module, outline (1) the objective, (2) two practical actions you would take this month, and (3) how you would measure success. Be specific and realistic for your context.

Module 4: Planning and Design

2 lessons · 104 min · 3 hours

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Planning for Success

49 min

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Designing the Approach

55 min

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KEY TAKEAWAYS — Planning and Design • Phishing and Social Engineering Defence requires both technical skill and sound judgement. • Always start from clear objectives and measurable outcomes. • Use data to drive decisions, not assumptions. • Assign clear ownership and accountability. • Embed lessons learned into systems and culture. • Account for the African operating context and local regulations.

✏️ Practical Exercise

Reflect on your own organisation. Identify one real challenge related to "Planning and Design". Using the frameworks from this module, outline (1) the objective, (2) two practical actions you would take this month, and (3) how you would measure success. Be specific and realistic for your context.

Module 5: Implementation and Execution

2 lessons · 100 min · 3 hours

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Executing Effectively

53 min

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Managing Delivery and Stakeholders

47 min

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KEY TAKEAWAYS — Implementation and Execution • Phishing and Social Engineering Defence requires both technical skill and sound judgement. • Always start from clear objectives and measurable outcomes. • Use data to drive decisions, not assumptions. • Assign clear ownership and accountability. • Embed lessons learned into systems and culture. • Account for the African operating context and local regulations.

✏️ Practical Exercise

Reflect on your own organisation. Identify one real challenge related to "Implementation and Execution". Using the frameworks from this module, outline (1) the objective, (2) two practical actions you would take this month, and (3) how you would measure success. Be specific and realistic for your context.

Module 6: Measurement and Performance

2 lessons · 99 min · 4 hours

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Metrics, KPIs and Dashboards

57 min

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Continuous Improvement

42 min

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KEY TAKEAWAYS — Measurement and Performance • Phishing and Social Engineering Defence requires both technical skill and sound judgement. • Always start from clear objectives and measurable outcomes. • Use data to drive decisions, not assumptions. • Assign clear ownership and accountability. • Embed lessons learned into systems and culture. • Account for the African operating context and local regulations.

✏️ Practical Exercise

Reflect on your own organisation. Identify one real challenge related to "Measurement and Performance". Using the frameworks from this module, outline (1) the objective, (2) two practical actions you would take this month, and (3) how you would measure success. Be specific and realistic for your context.

Module 7: Risk, Governance and Compliance

2 lessons · 112 min · 4 hours

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Managing Risk and Compliance

48 min

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Governance and Accountability

64 min

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KEY TAKEAWAYS — Risk, Governance and Compliance • Phishing and Social Engineering Defence requires both technical skill and sound judgement. • Always start from clear objectives and measurable outcomes. • Use data to drive decisions, not assumptions. • Assign clear ownership and accountability. • Embed lessons learned into systems and culture. • Account for the African operating context and local regulations.

✏️ Practical Exercise

Reflect on your own organisation. Identify one real challenge related to "Risk, Governance and Compliance". Using the frameworks from this module, outline (1) the objective, (2) two practical actions you would take this month, and (3) how you would measure success. Be specific and realistic for your context.

Module 8: Leadership, Culture and Sustainability

2 lessons · 91 min · 3 hours

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Leading People and Culture

48 min

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Sustaining Results Long-Term

43 min

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KEY TAKEAWAYS — Leadership, Culture and Sustainability • Phishing and Social Engineering Defence requires both technical skill and sound judgement. • Always start from clear objectives and measurable outcomes. • Use data to drive decisions, not assumptions. • Assign clear ownership and accountability. • Embed lessons learned into systems and culture. • Account for the African operating context and local regulations.

✏️ Practical Exercise

Reflect on your own organisation. Identify one real challenge related to "Leadership, Culture and Sustainability". Using the frameworks from this module, outline (1) the objective, (2) two practical actions you would take this month, and (3) how you would measure success. Be specific and realistic for your context.

Who Should Attend

▸Managers and supervisors responsible for cybersecurity
▸Professionals seeking to advance their careers in cybersecurity
▸Team leaders and officers in the public and private sectors
▸Anyone transitioning into a cybersecurity role
▸Consultants, advisors and practitioners in the field

No prior qualification is required. This course is delivered 100% online and is suitable for professionals across Kenya and the wider African region.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

✓Establish the core principles and frameworks of phishing and social engineering defence
✓Assess practical tools to real workplace challenges
✓Create and improve current practices in their organisation
✓Lead and implement effective approaches with measurable outcomes
✓Align cybersecurity practice with organisational strategy
✓Establish risk, compliance and governance considerations

Quick Details

Duration28 hours

Modules8 modules

Lessons16 lessons

LevelIntermediate

PriceKES 18,000

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