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Cybersecurity Career Pathway

Start in IT support and progress into cyber security roles through one clear, structured pathway.

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Cisco CCNA (200-301)

Intermediate

Gain vendor-specific networking skills that pair well with security and cloud.
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CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1201)

Beginner friendly

Learn to support and troubleshoot the devices and networks people rely on every day.
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CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1202)

Beginner friendly

Build confidence troubleshooting operating systems, security and everyday user issues.
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CompTIA CySA+

Advanced

Develop analyst-level skills in threat detection, incident response and vulnerability management.
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CompTIA Linux+

Intermediate

Get comfortable with Linux – the operating system that underpins much of modern infrastructure and security.
C
CompTIA Network+ (N10-009)

Intermediate

Develop the networking skills that underpin both IT and cyber roles.
C
CompTIA PenTest+

Advanced

Learn how ethical hackers assess networks, systems and applications.
C
CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701)

Intermediate

Establish globally-recognised baseline security skills for junior cyber roles.
C
CompTIA Tech+

Beginner friendly

Build rock-solid IT foundations before you touch specialist cyber tools.
M
Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)

Beginner friendly

Build a cloud foundation with Azure, even if you’re new to IT.
C
Cisco CCNA (200-301)

Intermediate

Gain vendor-specific networking skills that pair well with security and cloud.
C
CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1201)

Beginner friendly

Learn to support and troubleshoot the devices and networks people rely on every day.
C
CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1202)

Beginner friendly

Build confidence troubleshooting operating systems, security and everyday user issues.
C
CompTIA CySA+

Advanced

Develop analyst-level skills in threat detection, incident response and vulnerability management.
C
CompTIA Linux+

Intermediate

Get comfortable with Linux – the operating system that underpins much of modern infrastructure and security.
C
CompTIA Network+ (N10-009)

Intermediate

Develop the networking skills that underpin both IT and cyber roles.
C
CompTIA PenTest+

Advanced

Learn how ethical hackers assess networks, systems and applications.
C
CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701)

Intermediate

Establish globally-recognised baseline security skills for junior cyber roles.
C
CompTIA Tech+

Beginner friendly

Build rock-solid IT foundations before you touch specialist cyber tools.
M
Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)

Beginner friendly

Build a cloud foundation with Azure, even if you’re new to IT.
C
Cisco CCNA (200-301)

Intermediate

Gain vendor-specific networking skills that pair well with security and cloud.
C
CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1201)

Beginner friendly

Learn to support and troubleshoot the devices and networks people rely on every day.
C
CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1202)

Beginner friendly

Build confidence troubleshooting operating systems, security and everyday user issues.
C
CompTIA CySA+

Advanced

Develop analyst-level skills in threat detection, incident response and vulnerability management.
C
CompTIA Linux+

Intermediate

Get comfortable with Linux – the operating system that underpins much of modern infrastructure and security.
C
CompTIA Network+ (N10-009)

Intermediate

Develop the networking skills that underpin both IT and cyber roles.
C
CompTIA PenTest+

Advanced

Learn how ethical hackers assess networks, systems and applications.
C
CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701)

Intermediate

Establish globally-recognised baseline security skills for junior cyber roles.
C
CompTIA Tech+

Beginner friendly

Build rock-solid IT foundations before you touch specialist cyber tools.
M
Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)

Beginner friendly

Build a cloud foundation with Azure, even if you’re new to IT.
C
Cisco CCNA (200-301)

Intermediate

Gain vendor-specific networking skills that pair well with security and cloud.
C
CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1201)

Beginner friendly

Learn to support and troubleshoot the devices and networks people rely on every day.
C
CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1202)

Beginner friendly

Build confidence troubleshooting operating systems, security and everyday user issues.
C
CompTIA CySA+

Advanced

Develop analyst-level skills in threat detection, incident response and vulnerability management.
C
CompTIA Linux+

Intermediate

Get comfortable with Linux – the operating system that underpins much of modern infrastructure and security.
C
CompTIA Network+ (N10-009)

Intermediate

Develop the networking skills that underpin both IT and cyber roles.
C
CompTIA PenTest+

Advanced

Learn how ethical hackers assess networks, systems and applications.
C
CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701)

Intermediate

Establish globally-recognised baseline security skills for junior cyber roles.
C
CompTIA Tech+

Beginner friendly

Build rock-solid IT foundations before you touch specialist cyber tools.
M
Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)

Beginner friendly

Build a cloud foundation with Azure, even if you’re new to IT.
C
Cisco CCNA (200-301)

Intermediate

Gain vendor-specific networking skills that pair well with security and cloud.
C
CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1201)

Beginner friendly

Learn to support and troubleshoot the devices and networks people rely on every day.
C
CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1202)

Beginner friendly

Build confidence troubleshooting operating systems, security and everyday user issues.
C
CompTIA CySA+

Advanced

Develop analyst-level skills in threat detection, incident response and vulnerability management.
C
CompTIA Linux+

Intermediate

Get comfortable with Linux – the operating system that underpins much of modern infrastructure and security.
C
CompTIA Network+ (N10-009)

Intermediate

Develop the networking skills that underpin both IT and cyber roles.
C
CompTIA PenTest+

Advanced

Learn how ethical hackers assess networks, systems and applications.
C
CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701)

Intermediate

Establish globally-recognised baseline security skills for junior cyber roles.
C
CompTIA Tech+

Beginner friendly

Build rock-solid IT foundations before you touch specialist cyber tools.
M
Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)

Beginner friendly

Build a cloud foundation with Azure, even if you’re new to IT.
C
Cisco CCNA (200-301)

Intermediate

Gain vendor-specific networking skills that pair well with security and cloud.
C
CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1201)

Beginner friendly

Learn to support and troubleshoot the devices and networks people rely on every day.
C
CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1202)

Beginner friendly

Build confidence troubleshooting operating systems, security and everyday user issues.
C
CompTIA CySA+

Advanced

Develop analyst-level skills in threat detection, incident response and vulnerability management.
C
CompTIA Linux+

Intermediate

Get comfortable with Linux – the operating system that underpins much of modern infrastructure and security.
C
CompTIA Network+ (N10-009)

Intermediate

Develop the networking skills that underpin both IT and cyber roles.
C
CompTIA PenTest+

Advanced

Learn how ethical hackers assess networks, systems and applications.
C
CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701)

Intermediate

Establish globally-recognised baseline security skills for junior cyber roles.
C
CompTIA Tech+

Beginner friendly

Build rock-solid IT foundations before you touch specialist cyber tools.
M
Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)

Beginner friendly

Build a cloud foundation with Azure, even if you’re new to IT.
C
Cisco CCNA (200-301)

Intermediate

Gain vendor-specific networking skills that pair well with security and cloud.
C
CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1201)

Beginner friendly

Learn to support and troubleshoot the devices and networks people rely on every day.
C
CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1202)

Beginner friendly

Build confidence troubleshooting operating systems, security and everyday user issues.
C
CompTIA CySA+

Advanced

Develop analyst-level skills in threat detection, incident response and vulnerability management.
C
CompTIA Linux+

Intermediate

Get comfortable with Linux – the operating system that underpins much of modern infrastructure and security.
C
CompTIA Network+ (N10-009)

Intermediate

Develop the networking skills that underpin both IT and cyber roles.
C
CompTIA PenTest+

Advanced

Learn how ethical hackers assess networks, systems and applications.
C
CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701)

Intermediate

Establish globally-recognised baseline security skills for junior cyber roles.
C
CompTIA Tech+

Beginner friendly

Build rock-solid IT foundations before you touch specialist cyber tools.
M
Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)

Beginner friendly

Build a cloud foundation with Azure, even if you’re new to IT.
C
Cisco CCNA (200-301)

Intermediate

Gain vendor-specific networking skills that pair well with security and cloud.
C
CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1201)

Beginner friendly

Learn to support and troubleshoot the devices and networks people rely on every day.
C
CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1202)

Beginner friendly

Build confidence troubleshooting operating systems, security and everyday user issues.
C
CompTIA CySA+

Advanced

Develop analyst-level skills in threat detection, incident response and vulnerability management.
C
CompTIA Linux+

Intermediate

Get comfortable with Linux – the operating system that underpins much of modern infrastructure and security.
C
CompTIA Network+ (N10-009)

Intermediate

Develop the networking skills that underpin both IT and cyber roles.
C
CompTIA PenTest+

Advanced

Learn how ethical hackers assess networks, systems and applications.
C
CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701)

Intermediate

Establish globally-recognised baseline security skills for junior cyber roles.
C
CompTIA Tech+

Beginner friendly

Build rock-solid IT foundations before you touch specialist cyber tools.
M
Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)

Beginner friendly

Build a cloud foundation with Azure, even if you’re new to IT.
C
Cisco CCNA (200-301)

Intermediate

Gain vendor-specific networking skills that pair well with security and cloud.
C
CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1201)

Beginner friendly

Learn to support and troubleshoot the devices and networks people rely on every day.
C
CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1202)

Beginner friendly

Build confidence troubleshooting operating systems, security and everyday user issues.
C
CompTIA CySA+

Advanced

Develop analyst-level skills in threat detection, incident response and vulnerability management.
C
CompTIA Linux+

Intermediate

Get comfortable with Linux – the operating system that underpins much of modern infrastructure and security.
C
CompTIA Network+ (N10-009)

Intermediate

Develop the networking skills that underpin both IT and cyber roles.
C
CompTIA PenTest+

Advanced

Learn how ethical hackers assess networks, systems and applications.
C
CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701)

Intermediate

Establish globally-recognised baseline security skills for junior cyber roles.
C
CompTIA Tech+

Beginner friendly

Build rock-solid IT foundations before you touch specialist cyber tools.
M
Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)

Beginner friendly

Build a cloud foundation with Azure, even if you’re new to IT.

Typical duration

3–9 months of flexible online study

Pathway level

Beginner friendly

Courses included

10 courses

From £149/mo

What you will be able to do

  • Build a solid foundation in IT, networking and cloud so entry-level roles feel achievable.
  • Achieve CompTIA A+ as your core early-career certification milestone, then progress into Network+ and Security+.
  • Use practical labs to develop real confidence, not just watch course videos.
  • Move from a first IT support role towards dedicated cyber security positions.

Who this pathway is for

You’re new to IT or have light tech experience and want a clear, supported route into IT and cyber roles without pausing your income.

You do not need a technical background. This pathway is designed for beginners and guides you step by step from foundations through to job-ready skills.

Included courses

Follow a clear sequence from foundations through to security specialism. You'll learn in stages so you always know what's next.

Step 1IT fundamentals

CompTIA Tech+

Build rock-solid IT foundations before you touch specialist cyber tools. Absolute beginners who want to understand the IT landscape before committing to a specific path like cyber, cloud or data.

  • Level: beginner
  • Duration: 4–6 weeks, part-time
  • Delivery: on-demand
  • Certification: CompTIA Tech+
  • You will: Understand key IT concepts, terminology and how different technologies fit together.
Step 2Devices and networking (A+ Core 1)

CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1201)

Learn to support and troubleshoot the devices and networks people rely on every day. Future IT Technicians and Service Desk Analysts who need to understand the hardware and connectivity side of end-user support.

Step 3Operating systems and security (A+ Core 2)

CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1202)

Build confidence troubleshooting operating systems, security and everyday user issues. Learners heading into IT support roles who need to handle operating system, security and software issues every day.

Step 4Networking for IT and cyber

CompTIA Network+ (N10-009)

Develop the networking skills that underpin both IT and cyber roles. Learners who have completed or are close to completing A+ and want to understand how networks really work before specialising in security.

Step 5Core security skills (Security+)

CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701)

Establish globally-recognised baseline security skills for junior cyber roles. Learners who have completed A+ and Network+ (or equivalent experience) and are now focusing on security as a career direction.

Step 6Cisco networking (optional)

Cisco CCNA (200-301)

Gain vendor-specific networking skills that pair well with security and cloud. Learners who want to deepen their networking skills with Cisco-specific knowledge that supports both networking and security roles.

Step 7Cloud fundamentals with Azure

Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)

Build a cloud foundation with Azure, even if you’re new to IT. Career-switchers and beginners who want a clear, structured introduction to cloud concepts using Microsoft Azure.

Step 8Linux for infrastructure and security

CompTIA Linux+

Get comfortable with Linux – the operating system that underpins much of modern infrastructure and security. Learners who want to move beyond graphical tools and understand how Linux is used across servers, cloud and security tooling.

Step 9Penetration testing foundations

CompTIA PenTest+

Learn how ethical hackers assess networks, systems and applications. Learners with solid networking and Security+ level knowledge who want to move towards offensive security roles.

Step 10Cybersecurity analyst skills (CySA+)

CompTIA CySA+

Develop analyst-level skills in threat detection, incident response and vulnerability management. Learners who have completed Security+ (or equivalent) and want to step into hands-on analyst work in SOCs and security teams.

Career-switcher results

Learner stories from this pathway

These learners started where you are now and used this pathway to move into IT and cyber roles.

"The live labs made the difference. I could actually talk about what I had done in interviews instead of just saying I’d watched lessons."

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Amelia

Career-switcher into IT support, GetGlitched learner

"The structure kept me moving. It felt like a proper route, not random courses stitched together."

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Kiran

IT technician, GetGlitched learner

Learners move into roles like these

Service Desk Analyst
IT Support Technician
Junior Cybersecurity Analyst

One learning platform. Different levels of support.

Choose the learning experience that suits your schedule and preferred level of guidance. All packages include access to the training portal, structured pathway roadmap and certification preparation resources.

Selected option

£149/mo

Flexible way to start with lower upfront cost.

Ideal for career switchers managing cash flow.

Included

Training portal access
Structured pathway roadmap
Certification preparation resources

Additional options may include live trainer support, practical workshops and extended mentoring, depending on the support level you choose.

Questions people ask before starting this pathway

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