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.
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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 training event
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
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Standard Pathway

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Take our online course or join us in-person for training on basic cybersecurity principles (i.e. CIA Triad), phishing, password security, malware, software updates, data security and privacy, standards and frameworks, cyber insurance, and more.
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Alternate Pathway

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Do you hold academic credits or certifications in cybersecurity principles that may be equivalent to North Star standard training? Explore the Alternative Pathway to certification!
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Renewal Pathway

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Those with current North Star Certifications can access North Star Lite Renewal Training to renew their certificacion. 

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