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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


  • C

    Coursera

    Azure: create a REST API using NodeJS Serverless Functions

    Skills you'll gain: API Gateway, Serverless Computing, Cloud API, Restful API, Node.JS, Microsoft Azure, Application Programming Interface (API), API Design, API Testing, Software Testing, Network Routing

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    113 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • I

    IBM

    Generative AI: Elevate your Software Development Career

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Generative AI Agents, Generative AI, Software Design Documents, Software Design, AI Integrations, Software Architecture, Agentic Workflows, Continuous Integration, Software Development, Prompt Patterns, LLM Application, Application Security, Software Engineering, Code Review, Debugging, DevSecOps

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    249 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Alberta

    Problem Solving, Python Programming, and Video Games

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Video Game Development, Game Design, Software Quality (SQA/SQC), Problem Solving, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Program Development, Algorithms, Python Programming, Computer Science, Debugging, Test Planning, Functional Testing, Other Programming Languages

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    236 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    IBM

    Ethical Hacking with Kali Linux

    Skills you'll gain: Linux Administration, Bash (Scripting Language), Network Monitoring, Cyber Security Assessment, System Configuration, Digital Forensics

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    58 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Evidence-based Toxicology

    Skills you'll gain: Process Validation, Verification And Validation, Laboratory Testing, Environmental Science, Research, Hazard Analysis, Safety Assurance, Scientific Methods, Biostatistics, Bioinformatics, Research Methodologies, Environmental Regulations, Research Design, Epidemiology, Risk Analysis, Data Synthesis

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    122 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    Arizona State University

    Semiconductor Packaging

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Process Controls, Process Control, Semiconductors, Quality Assurance, Process Validation, Production Process, Verification And Validation, Electronics Engineering, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing Processes, Manufacturing and Production, Manufacturing Standards, Electronics, Hardware Design, Process Improvement, Reliability, Electronic Components, Electronic Hardware, Hardware Architecture, Thermal Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    249 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    GenAI for UX Designers

    Skills you'll gain: User Experience, User Experience Design, Wireframing, User Research, Persona (User Experience), Responsible AI, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Usability, Adobe XD, Usability Testing, Generative AI, Figma (Design Software), AI literacy, Prototyping, User Interface (UI) Design, Persona Development

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
    ·
    118 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • W

    Wesleyan University

    Machine Learning for Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Decision Tree Learning, Statistical Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Model Evaluation, Random Forest Algorithm, Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Machine Learning Methods, Unsupervised Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Data Analysis, Feature Engineering, Exploratory Data Analysis, Regression Analysis, Python Programming

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
    ·
    328 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    Imperial College London

    Logistic Regression in R for Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Logistic Regression, Descriptive Statistics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Regression Analysis, Model Evaluation, Statistical Methods, R Programming, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Biostatistics, Statistical Software, Predictive Analytics, Probability & Statistics, R (Software), Data Preprocessing, Public Health

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    368 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Prompt Engineering Generative AI for Marketing & Advertising

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Marketing Design, Generative AI, A/B Testing, Marketing Materials, Copywriting, Advertising, Marketing, ChatGPT, Customer Analysis, Content Creation, Marketing Strategies, Customer Insights, Content Performance Analysis

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    108 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Fundamentos de estadística aplicada

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Descriptive Statistics, Data Literacy, Statistical Methods, Data Analysis, Statistics, Regression Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Probability & Statistics, Probability Distribution, Applied Mathematics, Statistical Inference, Analytical Skills, Correlation Analysis

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    148 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • R

    Rice University

    Fundamentals of Immunology: Complement, MHC I and II, T Cells, and Cytokines

    Skills you'll gain: Immunology, Molecular Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Physiology, Cell Biology, Biology, Biochemistry, Infectious Diseases

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    499 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Azure: create a REST API using NodeJS Serverless Functions: Coursera
  • Generative AI: Elevate your Software Development Career: IBM
  • Problem Solving, Python Programming, and Video Games: University of Alberta
  • Ethical Hacking with Kali Linux: IBM
  • Evidence-based Toxicology: Johns Hopkins University
  • Semiconductor Packaging: Arizona State University
  • GenAI for UX Designers: Coursera
  • Machine Learning for Data Analysis: Wesleyan University
  • Logistic Regression in R for Public Health: Imperial College London
  • Prompt Engineering Generative AI for Marketing & Advertising: Coursera

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