Cybersecurity Awareness Badge Program
The Kean University Center for Cybersecurity, as part of its Cyber Clinic, is proud to introduce the Cyber Awareness Badge Program — a new opportunity for students to build essential digital skills while earning official recognition for their achievements. The program is available in an online training format, and there is no associated cost to students to participate.
This program empowers students to strengthen their cybersecurity awareness, digital citizenship, and career readiness through a series of short, engaging modules. Each completed module enhances your cybersecurity knowledge. After completing the course, it then appears on the student’s LifeJourney profiles through Territorium, providing visible proof of their skills to future employers.
Why Earn a Cyber Awareness Badge?
• Gain Recognized Credentials — Each module you complete enhances your cybersecurity knowledge and digital literacy.
• Enhance Career Readiness — Employers value digital safety and professionalism in the workplace.
• Learn at Your Own Pace — Complete online individual modules or pursue the full Cyber Awareness Pathway for the master badge.
Who Can Participate
The program is open to all Kean University students, regardless of major or location. Whether you’re new to cybersecurity or looking to strengthen your digital skill set, this program helps you stay safe and stand out in a connected world.
Earn the Master Cyber Awareness Badge
Students who complete all training modules will be awarded the Cyber Awareness Badge, demonstrating advanced digital responsibility and readiness for professional environments.
Cyber Awareness Badge Pathway: Earn the badge by completing all modules for this course.
| Module Name | Description | Key Skills Developed |
| Email and Phishing | Learn to recognize and avoid phishing attempts through interactive simulations. | Risk Awareness, Critical Thinking, Communication |
| Malware Awareness | Understand ransomware, viruses, and how to prevent infection. | Cyber Hygiene, Problem Solving, Data Protection |
| Social Engineering | Explore how attackers manipulate users and how to protect yourself. | Situational Awareness, Resilience, Communication |
| Social Networks Safety | Learn safe social media practices and how to manage your digital footprint. | Digital Citizenship, Privacy Protection, Professionalism |
| Working from Home | Discover how to secure home networks and devices for safe remote work. | Technical Literacy, Cyber Hygiene, Adaptability |
| Password Security | Create and manage strong passwords and multi-factor authentication. | Security Best Practices, Privacy Protection, Digital Literacy |
| Browsing Safely | Identify unsafe websites and build good browsing habits. | Analytical Thinking, Online Safety, Risk Awareness |
| Data Security | Learn to handle sensitive data responsibly and avoid leaks. | Professional Responsibility, Compliance Awareness |
| Creating a Cyber Secure Home | Build a safe digital environment for your family or roommates. | Problem Solving, Cyber Hygiene, Community Awareness |
| Understanding Generative AI | Learn how to use AI safely and responsibly in your work and studies. | AI Literacy, Ethical Use, AI Awareness |
Program Benefits
• Recognition in Cougar Link and LifeJourney
• Career-aligned digital skills
• Self-paced and flexible learning
• Opportunities for incentives and engagement
Getting Started
- Please send an email to cybersecurity@kean.edu and request to be enrolled in the Cyber Awareness Badge program.
- Please allow for 2-3 days for a staff member to contact you with the detailed instructions for getting started with the online training for the badge.