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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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    Coursera

    Advanced Techniques in Embedded Software Testing

    Skills you'll gain: Code Coverage, Embedded Software, Real-Time Operating Systems, Performance Testing, White-Box Testing, System Testing, Software Testing, Verification And Validation, Test Engineering, Performance Stress Testing, Embedded Systems, Scenario Testing, Test Case, Test Planning, Simulations, Debugging, Real Time Data, Safety and Security

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Intro to IoT Pentesting

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Exploitation techniques, Internet Of Things, Security Testing, Embedded Software, Hardware Troubleshooting, Vulnerability Assessments, Test Tools, Embedded Systems, Network Security, General Networking

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Apply Advanced API Testing with Postman

    Skills you'll gain: Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Web Services, Application Programming Interface (API), Test Tools, Software Testing, Service Oriented Architecture, Test Execution Engine

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Starweaver

    Application Security Testing and Debugging

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Debugging, DevSecOps, Security Strategy, Penetration Testing, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Testing, Application Security, Vulnerability Scanning, Continuous Monitoring, Software Testing, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Security Assessment, Test Automation, Secure Coding, Vulnerability Management, Technical Communication

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Introduction to Penetration Testing and Ethical Hacking

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Public Key Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Cryptography, Cryptographic Protocols, Exploitation techniques, Security Testing, Encryption, Technical Writing, Test Tools, Human Factors (Security), Technical Communication

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    9 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Board Infinity

    Essential Testing Techniques in Software Development

    Skills you'll gain: Software Testing, Test Case, Software Development Life Cycle, Software Quality Assurance, White-Box Testing

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Digital Forensics for Pentesters - Hands-On Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Assessments, Network Protocols, Network Security, Network Analysis, Network Monitoring, Image Analysis, Virtual Machines, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Virtual Environment, Open Source Technology, Malware Protection, Command-Line Interface, Software Installation, Linux, Microsoft Windows

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    14 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Software Security Testing

    Skills you'll gain: Software Testing, Business Logic, Test Tools, Cryptography, Cybersecurity, Identity and Access Management, Authentications, Vulnerability Assessments, Encryption, Data Validation, Network Protocols

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Minnesota

    Web and Mobile Testing with Selenium

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Selenium (Software), Software Testing, Security Testing, Test Automation, Performance Testing, Functional Testing, Test Script Development, Mobile Development Tools, Test Tools, Test Execution Engine, Performance Stress Testing, Test Planning, Application Security

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    Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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    111 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Minnesota

    Black-box and White-box Testing

    Skills you'll gain: Cucumber (Software), Gherkin (Scripting Language), Software Testing, Testability, Test Case, White-Box Testing, Behavior-Driven Development, Code Coverage, Test Engineering, Functional Testing, Test Automation, JUnit, Requirements Analysis, Java Programming

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    Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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    117 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Offensive Hacking Unfolded - Become a Pro Pentester

    Skills you'll gain: Exploitation techniques, Metasploit, Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability Scanning, Security Testing, Security Controls, Brute-force attacks, Virtual Environment, Cybersecurity, Virtual Machines, Technical Writing, Technical Documentation, Linux

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    7 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Testing and Debugging in .NET Core Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Test Driven Development (TDD), Debugging, Software Testing, Performance Testing, Unit Testing, Test Engineering, System Testing, Test Tools, Test Automation, Testability, Integration Testing, Performance Stress Testing, .NET Framework, Performance Tuning, Software Development Tools

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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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

  • Advanced Techniques in Embedded Software Testing: Coursera
  • Intro to IoT Pentesting: Packt
  • Apply Advanced API Testing with Postman: EDUCBA
  • Application Security Testing and Debugging: Starweaver
  • Introduction to Penetration Testing and Ethical Hacking: Johns Hopkins University
  • Essential Testing Techniques in Software Development: Board Infinity
  • Digital Forensics for Pentesters - Hands-On Learning: Packt
  • Software Security Testing: Packt
  • Web and Mobile Testing with Selenium: University of Minnesota
  • Black-box and White-box Testing: University of Minnesota

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