About CyberFirst
NCSC piloted a Cyber Schools Hub (CSH) programme in Gloucestershire. With a collaborative aim of encouraging young people to engage with computer science and the application of cyber security in every day technology
The pilot of the now CyberFirst Schools & Colleges scheme was extended within Gloucestershire and Wales
CyberFirst aims to help ensure the UK has a sustainable supply of diverse and high-quality individuals joining the cyber workforce in the future. Together with the UK government, it strives to equip young people with the digital awareness and skills they will need to enable them to pursue a career path in the sector .
The scheme was further extended to include secondary schools and colleges within Northern Ireland, South West of England & North East of England
Began the rollout of the scheme in the North West, facilitated by IN4 Group through the Home of Skills and Technology (HOST)
“In a rapidly evolving online world, it is imperative that cyber security is a pillar of young people’s education so that they can access the careers of the future and stay safe online . ”
National Cyber Security Centre
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