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Ethical Hacking Courses

Ethical hacking courses can help you learn penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, and risk management techniques. You can build skills in network security, incident response, and ethical guidelines for cybersecurity practices. Many courses introduce tools like Metasploit, Wireshark, and Nmap, that support identifying security weaknesses and testing defenses in real-time scenarios. By engaging with these tools, you’ll gain practical experience in protecting systems and understanding the mindset of potential attackers.

Popular Ethical Hacking Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Professional Success Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Creativity, Data Presentation, Business Ethics, Business Analytics, Ideation, Data Literacy, Creative Problem-Solving, Leadership and Management, Business Analysis, Business Leadership, Brainstorming, Business Strategy, Organizational Leadership, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Decision Making, Emotional Intelligence, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Brand Management

    ★ 4.7 (478) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    AI for Education (Intermediate)

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Responsible AI, Generative AI, AI literacy, Education Software and Technology, ChatGPT, Peer Review, OpenAI, Education and Training, Digital pedagogy, AI Integrations

    ★ 4.6 (424) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
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  • M

    Microsoft

    Microsoft Generative AI Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Responsible AI, Generative Model Architectures, Multimodal Prompts, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Azure DevOps Pipelines, AI Orchestration, AI Workflows, AI Security, Model Deployment, Azure DevOps, ChatGPT, Data Ethics, AI Integrations, Microsoft Azure, OpenAI, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Python Programming

    ★ 4.4 (32) · Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Hot New Release
    Hot New Release
  • B

    Board Infinity

    Generative AI in HR - Impact and Application of Gen AI

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, HR Tech, Human Resources Management and Planning, Employee Engagement, Human Resources, Human Resource Management, Generative AI, Data Ethics, People Analytics, Talent Recruitment, Talent Acquisition, Human Resource Strategy, Recruitment, Trend Analysis, Employee Training, Employee Retention, Workforce Development, Workforce Planning, AI Security, Training Programs

    ★ 4.3 (254) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • T

    The State University of New York

    Basic Information Literacy

    Skills you'll gain: digital literacy, Brainstorming, Planning, Information Management, Research, Critical Thinking, Investigation, Literacy, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Detail Oriented

    ★ 4.7 (219) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Social Work Practice: Advocating Social Justice and Change

    Skills you'll gain: Social Work, Community and Social Work, Social Justice, Social and Human Services, Cultural Responsiveness, Social Impact, Advocacy, Community Organizing, Cultural Sensitivity, Diversity Awareness, Research, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Systems Thinking, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    ★ 4.8 (447) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • M

    Macquarie University

    Risk governance: Manage the risks

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Management Framework, Governance, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Risk Management, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Risk Appetite, Risk Analysis, Operational Risk, Compliance Management, Business Risk Management, Risk Mitigation, Risk Control, Business Ethics, Stakeholder Management, International Finance, Workplace Bullying Intervention, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Stakeholder Communications, Stakeholder Engagement

    ★ 4.7 (393) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • G

    Google

    Google Data-Driven Decision Making

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Ethics, Dashboard Creation, Data Presentation, Performance Measurement, Data Analysis, Tableau Software, Data Integrity, Stakeholder Engagement, Data Storytelling, Analysis, Communication Strategies, Prompt Patterns, Statistical Methods, Analytics, Data Infrastructure, Stakeholder Communications, Visual Design, Spreadsheet Software, Verbal Communication Skills

    ★ 4.7 (110) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • T

    Technical University of Denmark (DTU)

    Environmental Management & Ethics

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Regulations, Environmental Laws, Environment, Environmental Policy, Environmental Resource Management, Environmental Management Systems, Environmental Issue, Environmental Engineering, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Environmental Science, Environment and Resource Management, Systems Thinking, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Cost Benefit Analysis, Case Studies, Economics

    ★ 4.7 (431) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • M

    Microsoft

    Product Launch and Post-Launch Management

    Skills you'll gain: AI Product Strategy, Product Lifecycle Management, Quality Assurance and Control, Product Quality (QA/QC), Quality Assurance, Product Planning, Product Management, Release Management, Sales Strategy, New Product Development, Quality Monitoring, Performance Analysis, Product Development, Technical Product Management, Promotional Strategies, Performance Measurement, Responsible AI, Marketing Planning, Product Improvement, Campaign Planning

    ★ 4.6 (62) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • I

    Indian Institute of Science

    Sensor Technologies for Biomedical Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Engineering Documentation, Biomedical Technology, Biomedical Engineering, Medical Devices, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Medical Equipment and Technology, Electronics, Vital Signs, Technical Documentation, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Electronic Systems, Electronic Components, Electronics Engineering, Electronic Hardware, Technical Communication, Semiconductors, Materials science, Health Technology, Analytical Testing, Biochemistry

    ★ 4.7 (26) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Skepticism

    Skills you'll gain: Liberal Arts, Science and Research, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Learning Strategies

    ★ 4.7 (86) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular ethical hacking courses

  • Professional Success Skills: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • AI for Education (Intermediate): Kennesaw State University
  • Microsoft Generative AI Engineering: Microsoft
  • Generative AI in HR - Impact and Application of Gen AI: Board Infinity
  • Basic Information Literacy: The State University of New York
  • Social Work Practice: Advocating Social Justice and Change: University of Michigan
  • Risk governance: Manage the risks: Macquarie University
  • Google Data-Driven Decision Making: Google
  • Environmental Management & Ethics: Technical University of Denmark (DTU)
  • Product Launch and Post-Launch Management: Microsoft

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