Digital Foundations™A program of The Luc Cochran Foundation
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Phishing

How fake messages work and how to refuse them. This course is written in plain language, moves at your pace, and never assumes you have used technology before. Every lesson includes clear steps, examples and a short knowledge check so you can be sure the skill stuck.

Duration
50 min
Lessons
6 lessons
Quizzes
1 quiz
Instructor
The Luc Cochran Foundation
Last updated
Updated August 31, 2026

What you’ll learn

  • Recognise phishing across email, text and phone

Course curriculum

What Phishing Is

How fake messages try to trick you into handing over information.

  1. 1What Is Phishing?Explain what phishing is and why it works.8 min
  2. 2Spotting the Warning SignsIdentify the common red flags in phishing messages.8 min

Phishing Across Channels

Recognizing scams in email, text, and phone calls.

  1. 1Email PhishingSpot phishing specifically in email.9 min
  2. 2Text and Phone PhishingSpot 'smishing' texts and phone scam calls.8 min

Responding and Reporting

What to do when you spot or fall for phishing.

  1. 1Reporting PhishingReport phishing attempts the right way.7 min
  2. 2If You Clicked a Phishing LinkTake the right steps after a mistake.8 min

Phishing Quiz

Passing score 70% · unlimited attempts

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Who this course is for

  • Adults new to technology
  • Seniors building confidence
  • Job seekers
  • Students and families