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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


  • F

    Fractal Analytics

    Quantum Computing For Everyone - An Introduction

    Skills you'll gain: Computing Platforms, Cybersecurity, Linear Algebra, Critical Thinking, Probability & Statistics

    4.1 stars, 114 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.1 (114) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • M

    Michigan State University

    Journalism, the future, and you!

    Skills you'll gain: Journalism, Media and Communications, International Relations, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Decision Making, Media Relations, Storytelling, Safety and Security, Content Creation, Digital Publishing, Accountability

    4.7 stars, 382 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Success with Integrity: Business Ethics Foundation

    Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Decision Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Case Studies, Social Impact, Conflict Management, Team Leadership

    4.9 stars, 188 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (188) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

    AI in Financial Services: Foundations through future trends

    Skills you'll gain: Risking, Machine Learning Methods, FinTech, Financial Inclusion, Financial Services, Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Data Sharing, Financial Regulation, Financial Systems, Data Governance, Application Programming Interface (API), Financial Data, Finance, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Business Ethics, Innovation, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Natural Language Processing

    4.7 stars, 129 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

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

    Category: Top AI program
    Top AI program
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Introducción a la inteligencia artificial contemporánea

    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning Methods, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Image Analysis, Reinforcement Learning, Computer Vision, Agentic systems, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Semantic Web, AI literacy, Natural Language Processing, Embedded Systems, Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Supervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Embedded Software, Algorithms, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.6 stars, 323 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Computing, Ethics, and Society

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Security Awareness, Healthcare Ethics, Responsible AI, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cybersecurity, Diversity Awareness, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Diversity Training, Computer Science, Diversity Programs, digital literacy, Medical Privacy, Information Privacy, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Social Impact, AI Personalization, Machine Learning, Media and Communications

    4.5 stars, 63 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.5 (63) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • C

    Coursera

    Navigating Generative AI for Leaders

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, AI Product Strategy, Generative AI, Strategic Thinking, AI Enablement, Data Ethics, Business Strategies, Large Language Modeling, Business Strategy, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Regulatory Compliance, Legal Risk, Compliance Management, AI literacy, Organizational Change, Customer experience strategy (CX), Customer experience improvement, Business Leadership, Business Transformation, Stakeholder Communications

    4.8 stars, 267 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (267) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

    AI Governance

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Governance, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Compliance Management, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Risk Management Framework, Risk Management, Business Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Organizational Strategy, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Information Privacy, Generative AI, Information Management, Agentic systems, Generative AI Agents, Business Leadership

    4.8 stars, 191 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (191) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Sesenta años de inteligencia artificial

    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Responsible AI, AI literacy, Computer Science, Automation, Social Sciences, Generative AI, Social Impact, Deep Learning, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Robotics

    4.7 stars, 496 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Influence

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Relationship Building, Professional Networking, Persuasive Communication, Leadership, Organizational Effectiveness, Organizational Structure, Relationship Management, Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Decision Making, Social Network Analysis, Proactivity, General Networking, Self-Awareness

    4.7 stars, 346 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    SkillsBooster Academy

    Generative AI Fundamentals for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Data Ethics, Google Gemini, Prompt Patterns, Responsible AI, AI literacy, LLM Application, Gemini, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Microsoft Copilot, Generative AI Agents, AI Personalization, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Workflows, Deepseek, Productivity, Automation, Business Operations

    4.8 stars, 111 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (111) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    Imperial College London

    Foundations of Public Health Practice: The Public Health Approach

    Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Equity, Health Disparities, Healthcare Ethics, Preventative Care, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Policy, Political Sciences, Socioeconomics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Diagnostic Tests

    4.8 stars, 541 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular ethical hacking courses

  • Quantum Computing For Everyone - An Introduction: Fractal Analytics
  • Journalism, the future, and you!: Michigan State University
  • Success with Integrity: Business Ethics Foundation: Coursera
  • AI in Financial Services: Foundations through future trends: Saïd Business School, University of Oxford
  • Introducción a la inteligencia artificial contemporánea: Universidad de los Andes
  • Computing, Ethics, and Society: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Navigating Generative AI for Leaders: Coursera
  • AI Governance: Saïd Business School, University of Oxford
  • Sesenta años de inteligencia artificial: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Influence: University of Pennsylvania

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