Cyber Safe for Adults
Practical online safety — no technical background needed.
About this course
Eight short modules that each teach one area of online safety in plain language, then check what you learned with instant coaching. Work at your own pace; your progress and scores are saved on this device.
What you'll learn
- Create strong, unique passwords and manage them safely
- Recognize phishing emails, texts, and social engineering attempts
- Understand and control your digital footprint and privacy settings
- Keep your devices and software up to date and secure
- Use public and home networks safely
- Spot and avoid online financial scams
- Understand risks from people you meet online
- Know exactly what to do when something goes wrong
Course content
Passwords & Logins
How to create, store, and recover strong passwords — and why it matters.
Phishing & Social Engineering
Spot the tricks scammers use in emails, texts, calls, and fake websites.
Privacy & Digital Footprint
What you share online, who can see it, and how to take back control.
Devices & Updates
Why updates matter and how to keep every device you own protected.
Networks & Safe Browsing
Home Wi-Fi, public hotspots, and how to browse without giving yourself away.
Money & Scams
Recognize the financial scams that cost people the most — and how to avoid them.
People Risks
Risks from people you meet online — romance scams, fake profiles, and more.
When Something Goes Wrong
A step-by-step plan for what to do if you're hacked, scammed, or compromised.
Final Assessment
A final knowledge check across all eight modules. Pass to earn your certificate.
Who this is for
Any adult who wants to be safer online — whether you're new to technology or just want to close the gaps. No jargon, no prior knowledge required.
Free
Free — request access and we'll send instructions within 1 business day.
- Self-paced — start anytime
- Progress saves automatically
- Certificate on completion