If you have just finished your GCSEs and you live in England, you might want to consider a Digital Support Services T Level.
Learn more here: https://www.tlevels.gov.uk/students/subjects/digital-support-services
What is a T Level?
Another exciting aspect of this qualification is that 20% of the course is reserved for practical working experience, with a minimum of 9 weeks set aside for an industry placement.
With a Digital Support Services T Level, you can progress to roles like an IT Security Coordinator or IT Support Technician, further training with an apprenticeship, or a higher education course.
This Level 3 qualification takes two years to complete and has been designed by leading businesses and employers and combines classroom-based learning with practical work experience, so it is a great way to get into cyber security.
Starting from September 2023, you will have the chance to study the Cyber Security specialism alongside the core content which includes digital ethics, software testing and digital project planning.