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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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    Johns Hopkins University

    Introduction to Ethical Hacking

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Metasploit, Public Key Infrastructure, Exploit development, Exploitation techniques, Cybersecurity, Cryptography, Mobile Security, Cryptographic Protocols, Security Testing, Vulnerability Scanning, Application Security, Network Security, Operating Systems, Encryption, Hardening, Vulnerability Assessments, Computer Security, Web Applications

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Skillshare

    Creative Inspiration Through Daily Art Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Journals, Color Theory, Storytelling, Creativity, Layout Design, Visual Storytelling, Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Overcoming Obstacles, Resourcefulness, Time Management, Curiosity, Growth Mindedness, Cognitive flexibility, Design Elements And Principles, Resilience, Decisiveness, Open Mindset, Personal Development, Decision Making

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Developing Applications with Cloud Run on Google Cloud: Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud-Native Computing, Cloud Development, Serverless Computing, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Deployment, Cloud Services, Application Development, Containerization, Cloud-Based Integration, Cloud Security, Application Deployment, Identity and Access Management, Integration Testing, Scalability

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    M2M & IoT Interface Design & Protocols for Embedded Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, API Design, Amazon Web Services, Embedded Software, Cloud Computing Architecture, Application Programming Interface (API), Network Protocols, Microservices, Cloud Applications, Cloud Services, Communication Systems, Middleware, Cloud Platforms, Embedded Systems, Information Systems Security, Telecommunications, Cloud Technologies, Interoperability, Cybersecurity, Cloud-Based Integration

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Transformación digital de Gobiernos

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Cybersecurity, Data Management, Data Strategy, Big Data, Talent Management, Human Capital, Infrastructure Security, Interoperability, Technology Strategies, Analytics, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Data Security, Administration, Project Design, Public Policies, Data Governance, digital literacy, Process Improvement, Project Management

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    SAS

    Regression Modeling Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: SAS (Software), Logistic Regression, Predictive Modeling, Predictive Analytics, Statistical Modeling, Regression Analysis, Statistical Software, Statistical Analysis, Model Evaluation, Statistical Inference, Model Deployment, Data Analysis, Statistical Methods, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Probability

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Stability and Capability in Quality Improvement

    Skills you'll gain: Process Capability, Statistical Process Controls, R (Software), Statistical Analysis, Statistical Software, Data Analysis Software, R Programming, Quality Control, Probability & Statistics, Quality Improvement, Statistical Methods, Plot (Graphics), Process Analysis, Data Transformation, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Probability Distribution

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    LearnQuest

    Integrating Test-Driven Development into Your Workflow

    Skills you'll gain: Continuous Delivery, Continuous Deployment, Continuous Integration, Test Driven Development (TDD), CI/CD, Agile Methodology, Test Automation, Unit Testing, Agile Software Development, Development Testing, Python Programming, Version Control

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Estadística y probabilidad: principios de Inferencia

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Probability Distribution, Sampling (Statistics), Probability & Statistics, Probability, Statistical Methods, Statistics, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Descriptive Statistics

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Lausanne

    La science forensique au tribunal: témoin digne de foi ?

    Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Reports, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Court Systems, Statistical Analysis, Report Writing, Probability & Statistics, Technical Communication, Scientific Methods, Adjudication, Legal Risk, Analytical Testing, Case Studies, Molecular Biology, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Web Applications and Command-Line Tools for Data Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Jupyter, Microservices, AWS SageMaker, Command-Line Interface, Package and Software Management, Containerization, Applied Machine Learning, Python Programming, Application Deployment, Test Automation, Algorithms, Software Installation

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Scrimba

    Intro to Model Context Protocol (MCP)

    Skills you'll gain: Model Context Protocol, AI Workflows, AI Integrations, Generative AI Agents, Tool Calling, OpenAI API, Agentic Workflows, Anthropic Claude, Context Management, Real Time Data, Debugging, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Servers, Artificial Intelligence, Data Access, Generative AI, Interoperability, Server Administration

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Introduction to Ethical Hacking: Johns Hopkins University
  • Creative Inspiration Through Daily Art Practice: Skillshare
  • Developing Applications with Cloud Run on Google Cloud: Fundamentals: Google Cloud
  • M2M & IoT Interface Design & Protocols for Embedded Systems: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Transformación digital de Gobiernos: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
  • Regression Modeling Fundamentals: SAS
  • Stability and Capability in Quality Improvement: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Integrating Test-Driven Development into Your Workflow: LearnQuest
  • Estadística y probabilidad: principios de Inferencia: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • La science forensique au tribunal: témoin digne de foi ? : University of Lausanne

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