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Intermediate

Ethical Hacking & Penetration Testing

Master offensive security fundamentals through hands-on, controlled labs.

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Overview

A practical penetration testing program covering reconnaissance, vulnerability assessment, web application security, and professional reporting — grounded in responsible disclosure practices.

Curriculum

  • Cybersecurity & Networking Foundations — Overview
  • Linux for Security — Overview
  • Reconnaissance & Information Gathering — Overview
  • Scanning, Enumeration & Vulnerability Assessment — Overview
  • Web Application Security & OWASP Top 10 — Overview
  • Exploitation Tooling (Nmap, Wireshark, Burp Suite, Metasploit) — Overview
  • Penetration Testing Methodology & Reporting — Overview
  • Capstone Project — Overview

FAQ

12 weeks, self-paced
Students who complete the course requirements receive a Cyber Defend Africa Academy certificate of completion, verifiable on our public certificate verification page.

What You Get

  • Structured modules and lessons
  • Hands-on practical labs
  • Quizzes and assessments
  • Instructor support
  • Progress tracking
  • Certificate of completion

Career Pathways

This course is designed to build practical, job-relevant skills. Outcomes depend on individual effort — we do not guarantee employment or salary outcomes.