Information security courses can help you learn risk assessment, network security protocols, encryption techniques, and incident response strategies. You can build skills in threat analysis, vulnerability management, and compliance with security regulations. Many courses introduce tools like firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and security information and event management (SIEM) software, demonstrating how these tools are applied to protect data and maintain system integrity.

Skills you'll gain: Data Wrangling, Exploratory Data Analysis, Model Evaluation, Data Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Data Pipelines, Data Import/Export, Regression Analysis, Data Science, Pandas (Python Package), Data Manipulation, Predictive Analytics, Data Cleansing, Statistical Analysis, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Data Preprocessing, Matplotlib, Data Visualization, Scatter Plots, Python Programming
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University at Buffalo
Skills you'll gain: Model Based Systems Engineering, Programmable Logic Controllers, Systems Engineering, Product Lifecycle Management, Peer Review, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Security Controls, Performance Measurement, Collaborative Software, Control Systems, Continuous Monitoring, Anomaly Detection, Machine Controls, Incident Response, Digital Transformation, Vulnerability Assessments, Software Development Life Cycle, Production Process, Cybersecurity, Manufacturing Operations
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Medical Privacy, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Electronic Medical Record, Telehealth, Patient Safety, Health Technology, Health Information Management, Clinical Informatics, Security Awareness, Personally Identifiable Information, Encryption, Help Desk Support, Medical Equipment, Desktop Support, System Support, End User Training and Support, Health Care, Patient Communication, Technical Support, Customer Support
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Computer Security Incident Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Cybersecurity, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Attacks, Security Management, Cyber Threat Hunting, Information Systems Security, Threat Detection, Data Security, Network Security, Cyber Security Strategy, DevSecOps, Continuous Monitoring, Malware Protection, Cloud Security, Cyber Security Assessment, Risk Management Framework, Encryption, Authentications
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months
Multiple educators
Skills you'll gain: Unit Testing, Event-Driven Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, File I/O, Debugging, Interactive Data Visualization, Java Programming, Computer Programming, Java, Cryptography, Software Engineering, Program Development, Software Visualization, Encryption, User Interface (UI), Algorithms, Problem Solving, Software Design, Data Analysis
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Google Gemini, Google Workspace, Gemini, Responsible AI, Generative AI
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Technical Communication, Cloud Infrastructure, CI/CD, Cloud Computing, Agile Software Development, DevOps, Technical Documentation, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Platforms, Continuous Delivery, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Serverless Computing, Software Development, Platform As A Service (PaaS), GitHub
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Virginia
Skills you'll gain: User Story, Agile Software Development, Usability Testing, Agile Product Development, Design Thinking, Agile Project Management, Agile Methodology, Persona Development, Scrum (Software Development), Sprint Planning, Peer Review, Continuous Delivery, Product Testing, Customer Insights, User Research, Prototyping, User Centered Design, Kanban Principles, Product Development, Persona (User Experience)
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

MedCerts
Skills you'll gain: Claims Processing, Medical Coding, Medical Records, Health Information Management, Medical Privacy, Personally Identifiable Information, Regulatory Compliance
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Management, Threat Modeling, Incident Response, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Business Risk Management, Network Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Operating Systems, Threat Detection, Risk Management, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Bash (Scripting Language), Event Monitoring, Security Controls, Cybersecurity, Debugging, Computer Security Incident Management, File I/O, Linux, SQL
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Digital pedagogy, Train The Trainer
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Cisco Learning and Certifications
Skills you'll gain: MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Threat Modeling, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Detection, Threat Management, Exploit development, Computer Security Incident Management, Network Analysis, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Network Monitoring, SQL
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks