What is the NCSP 800-63 Awareness Certificate?

The NCSP 800-63 Awareness Certificate introduces foundational concepts from NIST SP 800-63-3: Digital Identity Guidelines. It is part of the governed NCSP credential ecosystem aligned to NIST CSF 2.0 and the NIST SP 800-series.

How does this course align with NIST SP 800-63?

The course focuses on the core principles of NIST SP 800-63-3, including identity proofing, authentication assurance levels (AAL), identity assurance levels (IAL), federation assurance levels (FAL), and how digital identity integrates with NIST CSF 2.0, SP 800-53, and SP 800-37.

Who governs and maintains the NCSP 800-63 Awareness Certificate?

The NIST Cybersecurity Professional (NCSP) framework is a structured, NIST-aligned cybersecurity and digital trust workforce competency framework developed by CySec Professionals Ltd and governed by The Digital Trust Institute (DTI).

Is NCSP 800-63 Awareness considered official NIST training?

NCSP training is not generic NIST training. It is a governed credential ecosystem aligned to NIST CSF 2.0 and the NIST SP 800-series, with formal governance and stewardship by The Digital Trust Institute.

Who is authorised to deliver NCSP 800-63 Awareness training?

Only organisations formally authorised by The Digital Trust Institute may deliver NCSP training or assessments. Unauthorised use of NCSP identifiers is prohibited.

NIST Cybersecurity Professional®
(NCSP®) 800-63 Awareness Certificate

Build Awareness of NIST SP 800‑63 Digital Identity Guidelines

NIST Cybersecurity Professional®

(NCSP®) 800-63 Awareness Certificate

Course Description

NIST Special Publication 800‑63, Digital Identity Guidelines, provides a comprehensive framework for establishing and managing digital identities, authentication mechanisms, and identity assurance in modern digital services. It defines the processes and requirements for identity proofing, authentication, federation, and lifecycle management to support secure and trustworthy digital interactions.

The NIST Cybersecurity Professional® (NCSP®) 800‑63 Awareness Certificate is a half‑day, instructor‑led course offering a concise introduction to the purpose, structure, and strategic value of the NIST Digital Identity Guidelines. Designed for executives, managers, system owners, and stakeholders, this course explains how digital identity underpins cybersecurity, privacy, and digital trust, without requiring technical or identity‑engineering expertise.

Participants gain a high‑level understanding of Identity Assurance Levels (IAL), Authentication Assurance Levels (AAL), Federation Assurance Levels (FAL), and how 800‑63 integrates with CSF 2.0, RMF (800‑37), 800‑53, and broader cybersecurity and digital trust frameworks.

What You Will Learn

Participants gain essential awareness‑level knowledge of NIST SP 800‑63. You will learn:

The purpose, scope, and evolution of the NIST Digital Identity Guidelines.
The components of digital identity: identity proofing, authentication, and federation.
The meaning and application of IAL, AAL, and FAL.
How digital identity supports cybersecurity, privacy, and digital trust.
Organisational roles and responsibilities in digital identity management.
How 800‑63 aligns with CSF 2.0, RMF, 800‑53, and identity governance frameworks.

Course Agenda

Module 1: Introduction to NIST SP 800‑63 & Digital Identity Fundamentals

Module 2: Identity, Authentication & Federation Assurance Levels (IAL, AAL, FAL)

Module 3: Roles, Responsibilities & Governance for Digital Identity

Module 4: Applying NIST 800‑63 in Practice - Alignment, Use Cases & Digital Trust

Learning Outcomes

Participants will be able to:

Describe the purpose and structure of NIST SP 800‑63.
Explain identity proofing, authentication, and federation at an awareness level.
Understand IAL, AAL, and FAL and their role in digital identity assurance.
Recognise key roles and responsibilities in digital identity governance.
Identify how 800‑63 aligns with CSF 2.0, RMF, 800‑53, and digital trust frameworks.
Communicate the strategic value of digital identity to stakeholders and teams.

Who Should Attend?

This course is designed for professionals who need a foundational understanding of digital identity and authentication, including:

Executives & Senior Leaders
Business & System Owners
Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Stakeholders
Identity & Access Management (IAM) Teams
Programme & Project Managers
Security & Privacy Managers
Anyone seeking an introduction to digital identity principles

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this Awareness‑level course. No technical background is required.

Participants are provided with:

NIST Cybersecurity Professional® (NCSP®) 800-63 Awareness Certificate courseware including links to further reading and resources.
NIST Cybersecurity Professional® (NCSP®) 800-63 Awareness Certificate, Certificate of Completion.
NIST Cybersecurity Professional® (NCSP®) 800-63 Awareness Certificate digital badge.

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This NIST Cybersecurity Professional® (NCSP®) 800‑63 Awareness course provides students with an essential understanding of digital identity, authentication, and assurance levels defined in NIST SP 800‑63.