Password Management

The Password Management eLearning course provides learners with an understanding of the importance of creating, using and managing passwords securely to help protect workplace accounts, systems and information.

The course explores common password-related security risks, including weak or reused passwords, compromised credentials and attempts by others to obtain login information. Learners will consider practical approaches to creating stronger passwords, protecting authentication details and responding appropriately when an account or password may have been compromised.

Who Should Attend?

• Employees at all levels.
• Employees who use workplace computers, systems or online accounts.
• Remote and hybrid workers.
• Employees who access confidential or sensitive information.
• New starters requiring information security awareness.
• Managers and supervisors.
• Anyone requiring an understanding of secure password management practices.

What You Will Learn

• Why password security is important.
• How passwords help protect accounts, systems and information.
• Common risks associated with weak passwords.
• Risks associated with reusing passwords across multiple accounts.
• Understanding how passwords and login credentials may become compromised.
• Recognising attempts to obtain passwords through phishing and social engineering.
• Principles for creating strong and secure passwords.
• Understanding the benefits of longer and less predictable passwords or passphrases.
• Avoiding easily guessed personal information when creating passwords.
• Avoiding common words, sequences and predictable password patterns.
• Keeping workplace passwords confidential.
• Understanding why passwords should not be shared with colleagues or other individuals.
• Avoiding insecure methods of recording or storing passwords.
• Understanding the purpose of password managers where approved for workplace use.
• Using password management tools appropriately.
• Understanding multi-factor authentication and its role in account security.
• Protecting authentication codes and other login information.
• Maintaining security when accessing accounts on shared or public devices.
• Recognising suspicious login requests and unexpected authentication prompts.
• Responding appropriately if a password may have been disclosed or compromised.
• Changing compromised credentials promptly.
• Reporting suspected account compromise or unauthorised access.
• Following organisational password and information security policies.
• Understanding individual responsibilities for protecting workplace accounts.
• Contributing to stronger information security practices within the organisation.

Course Delivery

This course is delivered as self-directed eLearning through the ELMO learning platform.

Learners can work through the course at their own pace and can move backwards and forwards through the learning content as required. The course does not need to be completed in one sitting, allowing learners to leave and return to their training where necessary.

Interactive activities may be included throughout the course to reinforce key learning points.

Assessment

Knowledge and understanding are checked through online assessment activities. Depending on the course content, these may include multiple-choice questions, matching exercises, drag-and-drop activities and image-based questions.

A minimum score of 70% is required to successfully complete the course.

Certification

Upon successful completion of the course and assessment requirements, learners will receive a UK Rural Skills (UKRS) Accredited Certificate of Training.

Course Duration

The course is self-directed and learners can progress through the content at their own pace. Completion time may therefore vary depending on the individual learner.