NEW! Computer & Network Security Fundamentals
As our world continues to become more and more digital, our vulnerability to cyberattacks soars. According to a study by the Clark School, on average, cybercriminals attack computers with internet access every 39 seconds! With this alarming statistic, it is no surprise that cybersecurity jobs are among the fastest growing occupations in the United States, along with thousands of other computing careers.
Florida Virtual School (FLVS) continues to expand its STEM and Career and Technical Education (CTE) curriculum for grades Kindergarten-12. These courses provide students a unique opportunity to graduate from high school prepared for high-demand career opportunities.
Develop Cybersecurity Knowledge
Computer & Network Security Fundamentals is the newest CTE course offered by FLVS. High school students with a passion for computers and technology can develop the fundamental knowledge and computing skills necessary for cybersecurity professionals.
Learn How to Protect Virtual Data and Devices
In this course, students will discover the evolution of computers and operating systems to understand how they are used today. As students learn about these complex machines, they will uncover how cybercriminals are able to use computers to cause harm as well as how to protect themselves and others from malicious cyberattacks. They will learn how to navigate through computer networks and acquire the skills necessary to secure and monitor data.
Students will be able to test their new cybersecurity skills using interactive virtual labs embedded in the course. Using only their own web browser, students will leverage up-to-date hardware, software, and scenarios used by today’s cyber professionals to learn the important, hands-on skills required to identify threats and defend computer networks.
Prepare for an Exciting Career in Cybersecurity
Computer & Network Security Fundamentals is the second in a sequence of three courses in the Applied Cybersecurity Program of Study. Students will prepare for the nationally recognized CompTIA Security+ certification, which tests their security knowledge and skills to ensure they can perform basic functions required for a career in cybersecurity.
The Applied Cybersecurity Program of Study includes three courses:
Digital Information Technology*
Computer & Network Security Fundamentals
Cybersecurity Essentials (Available June 2021)
- Digital Information Technology*
- Computer & Network Security Fundamentals
- Cybersecurity Essentials (Available June 2021)
*Students enrolled in the Applied Cybersecurity Program of Study must take Digital Information Technology as a prerequisite to Computer & Networking Security Fundamentals.
Learn more and enroll at flvs.net/whatsnew.
Florida Virtual School (FLVS) has been leading the way in Kindergarten-12 online education for 25 years. FLVS provides a robust, award-winning curriculum to public, private, charter, and homeschool families and school districts nationwide. Learn more at flvs.net.
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awesome!!!!!!!!!!
This looks like a very interesting class!
That’s cool! I want to do it!
This is what i’ve been wanting, i bet it’s better than w3schools!!!!😃😃😃😄
Yes this is better than taking pics
I’m a student and THIS is awesome 😮
When will this Course Be Available.
Hi William! This course is currently available to high school students. Here’s some more information: https://www.flvs.net/flex/courses?source=vanity/courses#highschool/1295
Can I take Computer & Network Security Fundamentals and
Cybersecurity Essentials (Available June 2021)
At the same time? I have DIT done. I’m in my senior year and in the time crunch to get the certificate.
Hi Rowan, Digital Information Technology and Computer & Network Security Fundamentals are both prerequisites for Cybersecurity Essentials, in which case you would need to complete Computer & Network Security Fundamentals prior to taking Cybersecurity Essentials.
Can my son take Cycbersecurity Essentials if he has had AP Computer Science (not principles) with an A and a 4 on the AP test? He has also had Web Design and received the Microsoft Associate certification. Would these courses allow him to place directly into Cybersecurity Essentials? Thanks!
Hi Angela – Students who would like take Cybersecurity Essential need to complete Digital Information Technology and Computer & Network Security Fundamentals before enrolling in Cybersecurity Essentials.
Is this class available for Flex students. My son is doing Seminole County VS and I want him to take this class and the other classes in the sequence since they dont offer the cyber route at SCVS.
Hi Monica, Yes. FLVS Flex students can enroll in Computer & Network Security Fundamentals.
Well the computer and network security fundamentals class offer a certificate?
Hi Mimi! After completing Digital Information Technology and Computer & Network Security Fundamentals, students can earn an MS-900 Microsoft 365 Fundamentals certification. Lear more at flvs.net/cte
Do you have to complete both in order to earn it or is taking one class fine?
Hi Josh, After completion of the Digital Information Technology course with a grade of 90% or higher, students must meet the practice requirements in order to be issued a voucher for the industry certification exam.
What if I only took Computer and Security Fundamentals honors?
Hi Josh, Please reach out to your FLVS Counselor directly to discuss your current course progression.
How does MS-900 Microsoft 365 Fundamentals have anything to do with CyberSecurity?
Hi Steven! The MS-900 Microsoft 365 Fundamentals Certification shows that you understand the fundamental knowledge of Microsoft cloud services as well as Microsoft 365 security and privacy.
This is an amazing class. It’s well WELL worth the time that it takes. If you have a genuine love for computers and like a good challenge you will have fun in this class.