ACS New Micro-credential Empowers Teachers and Strengthens Student Cyber Safety
Highlights
- The ACS Cyber Security Micro-credential for Educators provides busy Queensland teachers with practical, curriculum-aligned training that builds digital literacy, confidence, and classroom-ready skills to help students navigate online threats safely and effectively.
The ACS Cyber Security Micro-credential for Educators stands as a game-changer for Queensland teachers, offering practical skills aligned to the Australian Digital Technologies Curriculum for Years 7–10. Delivered through four concise modules, the program demystifies critical cyber security concepts and equips educators to help students identify, manage, and prevent emerging online threats, all within a flexible, supportive learning environment. The course covers key areas including cyber threats, multi-factor authentication, digital footprints, and the application of Australian Privacy Principles—ensuring teachers are not only digitally literate themselves, but also capable of preparing their students for a secure technological future.
Mr. Chris Herrod of St Patrick’s College, Shorncliffe, reflects the value of this approach: “The training enhanced my digital literacy and broadened my understanding of cyber security themes. There are cross-curricular applications for this learning with links to business, legal studies, English/communication and media. Secondly, the content related to pastoral themes that are relevant to all school contexts involving the safe use of technology.” This demonstrates the micro-credential’s far-reaching impact, extending cyber safety knowledge across multiple subject areas and real-life contexts.
The micro-credential's design prioritises busy educators by offering bite-sized, rolling modules and classroom-ready resources. As Mark Savery from Hillcrest Christian College notes, “This course will give you confidence in helping students understand how to identify and manage cyber threats in their personal lives and equip you with resources aligned to the Australian Curriculum. This course is a valuable tool for educators preparing students for a secure future in the tech industry.” With a hands-on, real-world focus, the course delivers confidence and ready-to-use strategies for the classroom.
Real-world application is also highlighted by Harley Foley from Southern Cross Catholic College in Townsville, who shares, “The ACS Cyber-Security micro-credential course gave me practical tools and confidence to teach cyber security in my junior secondary subjects. The content was clear, and the classroom resources are excellent. A great course for any educator.” Through engaging, relevant training, the program supports educators in both personal and professional growth.
Dominic McGuire from Rockhampton State High School praises the course’s practicality, saying, “The Cyber Security Micro-credential was an engaging and practical course that helped strengthen my knowledge of digital safety both as an educator and a school leader. It is a great opportunity for teachers to build their confidence in supporting students to navigate the online world safely.” Testimonials like his echo across dozens of educators, commending the training as well-structured, easy to understand, and directly relevant to everyday teaching and life.
David Wallace from Bundaberg State High School particularly values the curriculum alignment: “The module on applying the Australian Privacy Principles was particularly helpful as it aligns closely with the AC Digital Technologies V9 curriculum.” By blending theory with actionable skills, the ACS Micro-credential fosters exceptional readiness for today’s cyber landscape, ensuring both teachers and students are prepared for digital and personal safety—now and into the future.
Join the next cohort and empower yourself (and your students) to thrive safely online. Register now: https://www.acs.org.au/ict-educators/cybersecurity-micro-credential.html