Cybersecurity Foundations (Grades 6–8)
Outsmart the scammers.Protect what’s yours.
Learn how cybersecurity works, from spotting phishing to building strong passwords.
Beginner · Grades 6–8 · about 3 hours
What you get
- 48 lessons, start to finish
- About 3 hours of learning
- Beginner level, built for grades 6–8
- Built and taught by officially certified instructors
- Start right away, in your browser
What you’ll be able to do
- Define cybersecurity and explain the CIA triad
- Identify common threats including phishing and social engineering
- Create strong passwords and explain multi-factor authentication
- Describe what a digital footprint is and how to manage it
- Explain basic networking concepts: IP addresses, DNS, ports, and protocols
Here’s the shift
Middle schoolers are online more than ever and targeted more than ever. Students learn to spot tricks, protect their accounts and manage their digital footprint.
Learn how cybersecurity works, from spotting phishing to building strong passwords.

