Digital Skills

We’ve collated a series of practical, easy-to-use learning resources designed to help workers build essential cyber security skills and confidence online.

Created by Digital Skills Education, in partnership with Scottish Union Learning and CyberScotland, the resources include short online courses and videos covering topics such as protecting sensitive data, spotting scams and developing safer digital habits at work.

Online courses

Learn how to protect your data, and how to spot phishing, scam websites and emails. At the end of the course, take a short quiz and receive a certificate.

Cyber Aware Workers Toolkit

This interactive module, based on the National Cyber Security Centre’s advice, provides knowledge and awareness for all workers in Scotland on staying secure online.

Tips to stay safe online

A series of videos sharing tips on safeguarding your data, defending against cyber threats and building safer digital habits.

Weak Passcodes

Phishing links

Sending Files

Secure Home network

Passkey Set-up

Cyber resilience