A practical course that helps you understand how ransomware works and how to reduce risk and respond effectively if an incident occurs.
“Ransomware incidents often cause the most disruption when organisations are unsure how to prevent them or what steps to take when they happen. This course gives you clear, practical guidance on prevention strategies and response processes so you can reduce risk, protect your systems and respond with assurance when faced with ransomware threats.”
This CPD certified Cyber Security Ransomware Prevention and Incident Response course, delivered by a UK Register of Learning Providers (UKRLP) registered provider, is designed for professionals and organisations seeking practical guidance on preventing, recognising and responding to ransomware attacks. It provides clear insight into how ransomware operates, why it is a persistent threat, and what individuals and teams can do to reduce exposure and improve organisational resilience.
Written by cyber security and risk specialists with extensive industry experience, this training explains the key principles of ransomware prevention, common attack vectors, the role of secure configurations and backups, and how to establish incident response practices that minimise disruption when an attack occurs. Learners will gain confidence in identifying suspicious activity, implementing proportionate protective measures and supporting a structured response that helps contain impact, maintain business continuity and support recovery.
Suitable for IT and security practitioners, risk and compliance teams, managers and anyone involved in digital operations, this course supports better decision making, helps organisations build stronger defences and reinforces a practical, risk-aware approach to cyber security that aligns with recognised UK good practice.
✅ 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
A focused one-to-one or small group coaching session for up to 10 attendees, delivered by Graham and Vivianne Johnson, specialists in vetting, screening and recruitment risk. This personalised session is tailored to your organisation’s challenges, processes and priorities, providing practical guidance, expert insight and real-world solutions to strengthen compliance, reduce risk and support confident hiring decisions.
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
CPD Certified Provider
UKRLP Registered Training Provider
Expert-Created Course by Graham and Vivianne Johnson