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Social Engineering Course

The Social Engineering Course teaches you how to spot, stop, and respond to modern cyber threats. Learn how attackers exploit human behaviour through phishing, impersonation, and online scams, and how to defend against them. This Social Engineering Course is a 21-hour practical programme designed for both technical and non-technical learners.

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The instructor's teaching made complex Cybersecurity topics easy to understand, broadening my knowledge and awareness.

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Experience Level BEGINNER-FRIENDLY

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Learning Format ONLINE CLASSES VIA ZOOM

Course Duration 7 LESSONS, 3 HOURS EACH

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💻 Online classes via Zoom

🗓️ 7 Lessons, 3 hours each session

👨‍💻 1 Instructor + TA supports

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Why Learning Social Engineering Matters Today

A recent report by The Straits Times found that 3 in 4 people in Singapore cannot identify deepfake content. This highlights how modern cyber threats now target human behaviour, not just technology. Scams, impersonation, and social manipulation are increasingly used to bypass security systems and exploit everyday users.
Learning social engineering helps you recognise these tactics early, stay alert to online deception, and build the habits needed to protect yourself and your organisation from human-targeted attacks.

Learn Social Engineering Defence Skills with Vertical Institute

This Cyber Risk Management Training by Vertical Institute is designed for beginners and working professionals who want to understand cyber threats and how to mitigate them at the workplace. You will learn how to assess risks across devices, people, and vendors using frameworks that are practical and widely adopted.

Classes are conducted live online via Zoom with weekday or weekend slots available, and in-person sessions will be launching soon. Eligible learners can use SkillsFuture Credit and UTAP to significantly lower their course fees.

You’ll gain skills to:

Identify threats across internal systems and external vendors
Understand how risks move through digital supply chains
Detect and respond to ransomware, phishing, and endpoint vulnerabilities
Reduce operational risk using structured response plans
Apply cybersecurity risk frameworks used in real organisations

Who Should Join the Social Engineering Course?

Working Professionals: Learn how to avoid scams and protect your workplace systems, even if you're not from a tech background.

Career Switchers: Step into the cybersecurity career with practical training in real threats like phishing and impersonation.

Business Owners and Managers: Understand the human side of cybersecurity to better safeguard your business, data, and customer trust.

Everyday Users: Whether you shop online or manage finances digitally, this course helps you stay safe in a connected world.

What You’ll Learn in the Social Engineering Course

Understand how social engineering attacks work – Learn how cybercriminals exploit trust to steal information or gain access.
Identify phishing, impersonation, and scam tactics – Spot suspicious emails, links, calls, and behaviour in everyday settings.
Respond safely to online threats – Build habits and protocols to handle suspicious activity with confidence.
Protect digital and workplace environments – Apply what you’ve learnt to reduce risk at home, in teams, or across your organisation.

Why Choose Vertical Institute?

🌱 Beginner-Friendly Course on Social Engineering Threats

No background? No problem. This course is built for beginners looking to develop digital awareness and cyber-safe habits with guided, step-by-step instruction throughout.

🎓 Accredited Certificate Upon Completion

Earn a recognised certification upon finishing the course; trusted by employers across Singapore and aligned with national training standards.

💻 Led by Cybersecurity Industry Professionals

Our instructors bring deep real-world experience from companies like AWS, Dyson, and more. You’ll gain practical knowledge from those working on the front lines of cybersecurity.

👨🏻‍💻 Hands-On Learning with Real Tools

Apply what you learn through interactive lessons, guided walkthroughs, and real-life case examples of phishing, scams, and impersonation tactics.

📚 Lifetime Access to Course Resources

Revisit lessons, examples, and templates anytime. You’ll keep your course materials and be able to refresh your skills long after the course ends.

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What Our Students Say About Vertical Institute

“The commitment to the cybersecurity bootcamp was remarkable. Mastering intricate concepts with ease, they showcased a keen understanding of the material. The active participation and quick learning were not only commendable but also contributed to the positive and collaborative atmosphere of the course. Well done, and highly recommended!”

Hanandez T.

Cybersecurity Alumni, 2023

Explore our Alumni Success Stories to see how Vertical Institute’s courses enriched their skills and boosted their careers.

FAQs About the Social Engineering Course

How is the Social Engineering Course conducted?

Classes are held live online via Zoom and led by industry professionals. In-person classes at the Lifelong Learning Institute will be available for this course soon.

Will I receive a certificate after completing the course?

Yes. You’ll earn a recognised cybersecurity certificate upon successful completion, which is valued by employers across Singapore.

Is Vertical Institute recognised?

Yes. Vertical Institute is an Accredited Training Provider under SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) and the Institute of Banking and Finance (IBF), with over 50,000 learners trained.

What skills will I gain from this course?

You’ll learn to detect and respond to phishing, scams, impersonation tactics, and other common social engineering threats. You’ll also build safer habits for everyday digital use.

Do I need any cybersecurity experience to join?

Not at all. This course is beginner-friendly and suitable for professionals, business owners, and everyday users who want to improve their online safety.

Can I use SkillsFuture Credit or UTAP to pay for the course?

Yes. Singaporeans and PRs can use SkillsFuture and UTAP to offset their course fees. These subsidies significantly reduce out-of-pocket costs.

Will this course help me in my current role?

Absolutely. Whether you’re in operations, customer service, management, or admin, learning to spot and prevent social engineering threats is a valuable everyday skill.

What are the course requirements?

You must be at least 21, have basic computer skills, and hold a GCE N/O/A Level, NITEC, or a diploma with 2 years of work experience. English proficiency is also required.

Not sure if you qualify? Contact our team and we’ll help you check.

Do you offer corporate cybersecurity training?

Yes. We provide customised corporate training to help teams build strong cyber awareness and defend against human-targeted attacks.