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Pen Testing Courses

Pen testing courses can help you learn vulnerability assessment, network security, and ethical hacking techniques. You can build skills in penetration testing methodologies, risk analysis, and incident response strategies. Many courses introduce tools like Metasploit, Wireshark, and Burp Suite, that support identifying and exploiting security weaknesses in systems and applications. By engaging with these tools, you can practice practical work that enhance your ability to secure networks and protect sensitive data.

Popular Pen Testing Courses and Certifications


  • A

    Arizona State University

    Electron and Ion Beam Characterization

    Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Analytical Testing, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Analytical Chemistry, Materials science, Image Analysis, Laboratory Equipment, Laboratory Research, Quantitative Research, Scientific Visualization, Qualitative Research

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    17 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Python Hacking: Apply, Implement & Analyze

    Skills you'll gain: Encryption, Cybersecurity, Cryptography, File I/O, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Debugging, Data Mapping, Software Testing, Data Structures

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    13 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • 2

    28DIGITAL

    Foundations of mining non-structured medical data

    Skills you'll gain: Data Mining, Innovation, Image Analysis, Big Data, Medical Imaging, Unstructured Data, Health Informatics, Analytics, Text Mining, Natural Language Processing, Health Care, Health Information Management, Medical Terminology, Interoperability, Classification Algorithms

    3.6
    Rating, 3.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    26 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Hacking WEP/WPA/WPA2 Wi-Fi Networks Using Kali Linux

    Skills you'll gain: Metasploit, Brute-force attacks, System Configuration, General Networking, Network Security, Penetration Testing, Wireless Networks, Exploitation techniques, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Linux, Vulnerability Scanning, Linux Commands, Encryption, Network Analysis, Software Installation, Virtual Machines

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Pearson

    The Pearson Complete Course for CISM Certification: Unit 1

    Skills you'll gain: Governance, Regulatory Compliance, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Enterprise Security, Compliance Management, Regulatory Requirements, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Business Metrics, Accountability Frameworks, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Performance Metric, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    7 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Security & Ethical Hacking: Attacking Unix and Windows

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Exploit development, Exploitation techniques, Security Testing, Unix, Cyber Operations, Computer Security, Unix Commands, Unix Shell, System Programming, Shell Script, Linux, Debugging, Memory Management, Remote Access Systems, Authentications

    Build toward a degree

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • L

    LearnQuest

    Security for Blockchain and DApps

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Key Management, Public Key Infrastructure, Security Controls, Cryptography, Cybersecurity, Data Security, Application Security, Network Security, Security Architecture Review, IT Security Architecture, Vulnerability Assessments, Encryption, Secure Coding, Cryptographic Protocols, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Security Testing, Vulnerability Management, Solution Design

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    20 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • D

    Duke University

    Designing Larger Python Programs for Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Python Programming, Simulations, Debugging, Statistical Methods, Pandas (Python Package), Program Development, Test Case, Data Science, Development Testing, Software Design, Computational Thinking, Sampling (Statistics), Data Manipulation, Programming Principles, Data Cleansing, Software Development

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Corporate Finance Institute

    Regression Analysis - Fundamentals & Practical Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Advanced Analytics, Statistical Methods, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Data Analysis, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Microsoft Excel, Statistical Programming, Data Analysis Software, Model Evaluation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    6 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    Imperial College London

    What Are Viruses And How Do We Work With Them?

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Life Sciences, Infectious Diseases, Biotechnology, Cell Cultures, Cell Biology, Laboratory Testing, Epidemiology, Laboratory Research, Biology, Diagnostic Tests

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    16 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • L

    Logical Operations

    Microsoft Power Apps: Building Low-Code Business Apps

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Power Platform, No-Code Development, Application Deployment, Application Design, Application Development, Microsoft 365, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Software Design, Project Planning, Product Testing, Software Development, Software Architecture

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Networking Basics and TCP/IP Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Network Administration, Network Architecture, Hardware Troubleshooting

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular pen testing courses

  • Electron and Ion Beam Characterization: Arizona State University
  • Python Hacking: Apply, Implement & Analyze: EDUCBA
  • Foundations of mining non-structured medical data: 28DIGITAL
  • Hacking WEP/WPA/WPA2 Wi-Fi Networks Using Kali Linux: Packt
  • The Pearson Complete Course for CISM Certification: Unit 1: Pearson
  • Security & Ethical Hacking: Attacking Unix and Windows : University of Colorado Boulder
  • Security for Blockchain and DApps: LearnQuest
  • Designing Larger Python Programs for Data Science: Duke University
  • Regression Analysis - Fundamentals & Practical Applications: Corporate Finance Institute
  • What Are Viruses And How Do We Work With Them?: Imperial College London

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