North Star
Cybersecurity Training

Designed to educate SBA Resource Partners (SBDC, SCORE, VBOC & WBC) on the principles of cybersecurity so that they may best serve their small business clients.
Write your awesome label here.

Cybersecurity Education for SBA Resource Partners

The North Star Cybersecurity Certification Program, created by Delaware SBDC, is designed to educate staff at any entity that has a current cooperative agreement or grant with SBA including, but not limited to: SBDCs, WBCs, SCORE, VBOCs, Cyber Grantees, and STEP, ensuring advisors across the country gain a working level knowledge of cybersecurity as it pertains to small business.
Live Trainings
In-person training offered at the national America's SBDC conference
Online Trainings
Self-paced online training - save your progress and learn on your own time
Professional Certification
Verified certification to meet notice of funding requirement
Write your awesome label here.

Online Training Course

Empty space, drag to resize
Our online course walks advisors through various topics, such as basic cybersecurity principles (i.e. CIA Triad), phishing, password security, malware, software updates, data security and privacy, standards and frameworks, cyber insurance, and more.
Write your awesome label here.

North Star Cybersecurity Certification

Empty space, drag to resize
Designed to showcase an increased level of knowledge and expertise in cybersecurity. This certification also satisfies the cybersecurity certification requirement in the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for all SBDCs. 

Cybersecurity Expertise for Everyone

Since 2023, the North Star Certification Program has grown to become the premier no-cost option for cybersecurity training for SBA resource partners nationwide. Over 200 participants have completed training, passing the certification exam and expanding their knowledge every step of the way.

100%

Certification Success Rate
After sharpening cyber knowledge, users are well-prepared for the North Star Certification Exam

235+

Users Trained with North Star
Users from SBA Resource Partners around the country are upskilling to support small businesses

98%

Satisfaction Rating
Boost your confidence, master cyber foundations, and learn at your pace with professional support