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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


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    University of California, Davis

    Market Research

    Skills you'll gain: Surveys, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Focus Group, Quantitative Research, Qualitative Research, Data Synthesis, Market Research, Proposal Writing, Data Storytelling, Statistical Analysis, Presentations, Discussion Facilitation, Marketing Analytics, Marketing, Research Methodologies, Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Market Analysis, Survey Creation, Business Research

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Kennesaw State University

    Six Sigma Yellow Belt

    Skills you'll gain: Six Sigma Methodology, Lean Six Sigma, Root Cause Analysis, Lean Methodologies, Process Improvement, Data Collection, Quality Improvement, Process Optimization, Correlation Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Kaizen Methodology, Process Analysis, Probability Distribution, Regression Analysis, Business Process, Statistical Process Controls, Quality Management, Team Management, Continuous Improvement Process, Project Management

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Duke University

    Data Analysis with R

    Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Inference, Exploratory Data Analysis, Peer Review, Regression Analysis, R (Software), Statistical Reporting, Probability Distribution, Statistical Analysis, Statistics, Data Analysis Software, Data Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Probability, R Programming, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Methods, Data Visualization

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    The University of Edinburgh

    Intellectual Humility: Theory

    Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Curiosity, Open Mindset, Cognitive flexibility, Emotional Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Learning Theory, Psychology, Psychological Evaluations, Surveys, Software Testing

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Virginia

    Marketing Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Marketing Effectiveness, Marketing Strategies, Regression Analysis, Marketing Budgets, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Strategic Marketing, Brand Management, Resource Allocation, Customer Analysis, Customer Insights, Predictive Analytics, Statistical Analysis, A/B Testing, Consumer Behaviour, Return On Investment

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SkillUp

    UI/UX Design Fundamentals & Prototyping with Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: UI/UX Research, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, User Experience, User Centered Design, Usability, Responsive Web Design, User Flows, User Interface (UI), UI Components, Figma (Design Software), Wireframing, Design Research, Prototyping, Persona (User Experience), Usability Testing, Design Software, Human Centered Design, Ideation, Brainstorming, Animations

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of London

    Virtual Reality

    Skills you'll gain: Virtual Reality, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Unity Engine, Video Game Development, 3D Assets, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphics, Game Design, Prototyping, Interaction Design, Virtual Environment, Storyboarding, User Interface (UI), Human Computer Interaction, 3D Modeling, Animations, Application Design, Display Devices, Ideation, Usability Testing

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Mendix Essentials: Build Your First App

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Methodology, User Feedback, No-Code Development, Collaborative Software, Application Development, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Customer experience improvement, Software Development, Prototyping, Empowerment, Constructive Feedback, Development Testing, Continuous Improvement Process, Stakeholder Engagement, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Prioritization, User Interface (UI), Business Logic

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado System

    Secure Software Design

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Software Design, Application Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Unified Modeling Language, Unit Testing, Threat Modeling, Usability Testing, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Data Flow Diagrams (DFDs), Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Software Architecture, Object Oriented Design, Secure Coding, Software Design Patterns, Database Management, Security Software, Systems Design, Software Development Life Cycle, Technical Design

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Minnesota

    Evaluating User Interfaces

    Skills you'll gain: Usability Testing, User Interface (UI), Usability, User Research, UI/UX Research, Human Computer Interaction, User Experience Design, User Centered Design, Test Planning

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Meta

    Mobile Development and JavaScript

    Skills you'll gain: Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), Mobile Development, Web Development Tools, Unit Testing, Programming Principles, Javascript, React Native, JSON, Computer Programming, Node.JS, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Testing, Functional Design

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Product Intelligence: Unlock Insights for Product Success

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Product Management, Customer Insights, Data Analysis, Forecasting, A/B Testing, Business Analytics, Analytics, Prioritization, Statistical Analysis, Business Metrics, User Research, Customer Retention, Machine Learning Methods, Root Cause Analysis, Statistical Methods, Stakeholder Communications

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Market Research: University of California, Davis
  • Six Sigma Yellow Belt: Kennesaw State University
  • Data Analysis with R: Duke University
  • Intellectual Humility: Theory: The University of Edinburgh
  • Marketing Analytics: University of Virginia
  • UI/UX Design Fundamentals & Prototyping with Generative AI: SkillUp
  • Virtual Reality: University of London
  • Mendix Essentials: Build Your First App: Coursera
  • Secure Software Design: University of Colorado System
  • Evaluating User Interfaces: University of Minnesota

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