Identity Theft Certification
Certified
Certified
Certified
Certified
Identity theft is not a new crime, it is probably as old as crime itself, it was until not so long ago known as impersonation.
At the present moment it is estimated that one in four will be a victim of identity theft in the next twelve months and an estimated five hundred percent increase will occur in growth annually.
The results of identity theft can be devastating for the victim. We tend to think of financial loss when we think of becoming a victim of this crime; this though is only part of the many problems that may come about.
This course aims to make the student aware of the different types of identity theft that are currently employed as well as how to identity the signs of identity theft and ways and means of reducing the risk of identity theft.
Syllabus
Introduction
- Data gathering
- Types of identity theft
Fighting back
- Creating strong pins
- Bank accounts and online banking
Means of identification
- Protecting your identification
- Signs of being a victim
- Steps to follow if you are a victim
- Useful contacts
Computer and Internet fraud
- How to protect yourself online
- E-mail accounts
- Online ”scams”
Introduction
- Data gathering
- Types of identity theft
Fighting back
- Creating strong pins
- Bank accounts and online banking
Means of identification
- Protecting your identification
- Signs of being a victim
- Steps to follow if you are a victim
- Useful contacts
Computer and Internet fraud
- How to protect yourself online
- E-mail accounts
- Online ”scams”
Accreditation
This course has been accredited by Online Academies. On successful completion of this course you will be able to download or print off a PDF of your Online Academies Certificate (please note: you will also be given the opportunity to have a hard copy of the certificate printed off and posted out to you for a small additional charge).
WES (World Education Services) |
On completion of your certification course you can apply to WES for credential evaluation. WES evaluations are recognized by more than 2,500 universities, employers, licensing boards and government agencies. This will enable you apply for credit transfer if you wish to further your studies in the US or Canada.
If you would like to visit the WES website, please click here.
Assessment
At the conclusion of each lesson there is a multiple choice question assessment. This will help you remember the main points of the lesson and act as a check that you have retained the essential knowledge and understanding of that particular section. The results can be seen instantaneously and you can correct any wrong answers as many times as you like until you receive the grade you are happy with. When you are happy with your result you can progress to the next module.
Course Outcomes
Once you have successfully completed all the lessons and assessments for your course you will be awarded:
A Certificate issued by Online Academies
tutor support
When you enroll you can be confident of success because there will be an experienced, qualified and friendly tutor on hand to answer your questions.
Contact with your tutor will be via email at the address displayed in your account.
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