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Certifications & Training

Build practical cybersecurity and compliance skills with PS Cyber Defense Institute certifications.

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PS Cyber Defense Institute offers a growing family of certifications and digital badges designed for SMBs, clinics, and healthcare organizations. Each credential is built around real-world scenarios, NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) principles, and HIPAA-aligned safeguards, with a focus on simple, practical implementation—not academic theory.

Our Certification Paths

We currently offer three primary certification paths, each with its own badge: 1. SMB Cyber Readiness Path (Level 1 & Level 2) a) SMB Cyber Readiness Certified — Level 1 1. SMB Cyber Readiness Path (Level 1 & Level 2) a) SMB Cyber Readiness Certified — Level 1
  • Basic cyber awareness and phishing prevention
  • MFA enabled for key systems (email, remote access, core apps)
  • Regular, tested backups in place
  • Device protection (antivirus/EDR, patching)
  • Initial incident response and recovery basics

Best for: Owners, managers, and IT leads who want to demonstrate that their SMB meets a baseline level of cyber readiness

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SMB Cyber Hygiene Pro — Level 2

Level 2 goes beyond the basics and recognizes organizations that maintain strong, ongoing security hygiene:

  • Documented policies and security procedures
  • Periodic security and phishing training
  • Improved access control and least-privilege practices
  • More mature backup, monitoring, and logging
  • Defined response steps for common incidents (e.g., phishing, lost device, ransomware attempt)

Best for: SMBs that want to show customers and partners a higher level of cyber discipline and ongoing protection.

Healthcare Cyber & Compliance Specialist (PS-HCCS™)

The Healthcare Cyber & Compliance Specialist track focuses on people working in or with clinics, medical offices, home health agencies, and healthcare-related services. It blends cybersecurity fundamentals, PHI/HIPAA awareness, and NIST-style control thinking.

  • Identify PHI and common HIPAA Security Rule issues
  • Understand risk in EHR systems, email, and everyday workflows
  • Map basic controls to HIPAA safeguards and NIST CSF
  • Support staff awareness, policy enforcement, and incident response

Best for: SMBs that want to show customers and partners a higher level of cyber discipline and ongoing protection.

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60-Minute Cyber Essentials (Micro-Cert for SMBs)

This is a fast-track, micro-certification designed for busy small business owners and leaders. In a focused 60-minute session, participants are guided through:

The five most common SMB attack paths
The minimum controls every small business should have
A short action list to implement in the next 30–60 days

Completion of the session and mini-quiz awards the 60-Minute Cyber Essentials badge, which can be shown on websites, proposals, and internal training records.
Best suited for: Owners, executive directors, and non-technical leaders who require a concise, practical starting point. Their SMB meets a baseline level of cyber readiness.

 

Badges & Certificates

Each certification path includes:

  • A digital badge (like the ones shown on your home page)
  • An optional printable certificate (e.g., “SMB Cyber-Security Readiness Certification – Level 1”)
  • The ability to reference completion on LinkedIn, resumes, or marketing materials
  • Badges are designed to be:
  • Simple for SMBs and clinics to understand
  • Visually consistent with PS Cyber Defense Institute branding
  • Clearly labeled by level and focus (e.g., Level 1, Level 2, Healthcare, Essentials)

Best for: SMBs that want to show customers and partners a higher level of cyber discipline and ongoing protection.

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