This CPD Certified Ransomware Prevention and Incident Response Course provides essential knowledge for defending your organisation against ransomware attacks. Designed for IT teams, managers and operational staff, it explains how ransomware spreads, common entry points, how to strengthen protective measures and how to respond quickly and effectively to limit damage. Learn how to improve incident readiness and safeguard business operations during high-risk cyber events.
✅ Course duration: 1–2 hours | ✅ CPD Points Awarded: 1 Point
• Introduction to ransomware threats, risks and attacker techniques
• Learn how ransomware infiltrates systems and spreads across networks
• Understand the role of backups, recovery plans and technical controls
• Suitable for IT teams, managers, supervisors and operational leaders
• How ransomware attacks occur and how to recognise early indicators
• How to strengthen defences and prevent ransomware entry
• How to prepare and implement a strong incident response plan
• How to minimise downtime, data loss and operational disruption
• How to support recovery and business continuity after an attack
• Reduces risk of severe operational, financial and reputational damage
• Builds organisational readiness for ransomware threats
• Improves leadership confidence during cyber incidents
• Supports stronger security culture and preventative measures
• Ideal for organisations of all sizes
Yes. It explains ransomware threats in clear, practical terms suitable for both technical and non-technical teams.
Yes. You will learn the indicators of compromise and suspicious activity that often appear before an attack launches.
Absolutely. You will learn step-by-step incident response actions to reduce damage and maintain continuity.
No. Everyone in the organisation plays a role. The course explains responsibilities across departments and leadership.
Yes. You will receive a CPD certified certificate awarding 1 CPD Point upon completion.
Fully Accredited Courses and UKRLP Registered
Our courses are independently accredited and your certificates are accepted for audits and CPD records. You recieve your CPD Certified Certificate of completion once the course is fully completed
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Expert-Created Course by Graham and Vivianne Johnson