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Professional Certificate in Ethical Hacking (Intermediate)

Learn advanced cybersecurity skills, penetration testing, and ethical hacking techniques in this professional certificate course. Ideal for IT professionals
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Course content

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Network Reconnaissance Techniques

2

Advanced Footprinting And Osint

3

Wireless Network Exploitation

4

Web Application Vulnerability Assessment

5

Exploitation Frameworks And Metasploit

6

Privilege Escalation Strategies

7

Post Exploitation Persistence

8

Bypassing Security Controls

9

Social Engineering Tactics

10

Cryptography And Encryption Attacks

11

Malware Analysis Fundamentals

12

Incident Response And Forensics

13

Secure Coding Practices

14

Ethical Hacking Legal And Compliance

15

Threat Modeling And Risk Assessment

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We offer two flexible learning paths to suit your schedule:

  • Fast Track: Complete in 1 month with 3-4 hours of study per week
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There are no formal entry requirements for this course. You just need:

  • A good command of English language
  • Access to a computer/laptop with internet
  • Basic computer skills
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Assessment is done through:

  • Multiple-choice questions at the end of each unit
  • You need to score at least 60% to pass each unit
  • You can retake quizzes if needed
  • All assessments are online

Upon successful completion, you will receive:

  • A digital certificate from London School of Planning and Management
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  • Transcript of completed units
  • Certification is included in the course fee
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James Mitchell
GB · Course completed

The Professional Certificate in Ethical Hacking (Intermediate) exceeded my expectations. The curriculum was aligned perfectly with my goal to transition from a junior analyst to a penetration tester. Modules on advanced network scanning with Nmap and hands‑on labs using Metasploit gave me the confidence to conduct real‑world assessments. The course materials were up‑to‑date, with clear lab guides and video walkthroughs that mirrored industry standards. I especially appreciated the final capstone project, which required a full‑scale penetration test report – a valuable addition to my portfolio. Overall, the learning experience was rigorous yet supportive, and I feel fully prepared for the next step in my career.

JR
Jessica Rivera
US · Course completed

I took this intermediate ethical hacking course because I wanted to level up my security skills, and it delivered. The lessons were broken down into bite‑size videos, making it easy to follow after work. I learned how to exploit web vulnerabilities with Burp Suite and even set up my own virtual lab using Docker – something I hadn't done before. The resources were practical and the quizzes helped lock in the concepts. The only thing that could be better is a bit more live Q&A, but overall I'm happy with what I got out of it.

FW
Felix Wagner
DE · Course completed

Wow, what a fantastic course! I was looking for a program that could take my basic hacking knowledge to the next level, and this certificate did just that. The practical labs on Wireshark packet analysis and privilege escalation on Linux were especially eye‑opening. I even managed to simulate a phishing attack in a controlled environment, which I later used in my workplace training sessions. The material quality is top‑notch – crisp slides, real‑world case studies, and up‑to‑date tools. I'm thrilled with the skills I've gained and would recommend it to anyone serious about cybersecurity.

RK
Rahul Kapoor
IN · Course completed

The Intermediate Ethical Hacking certificate offered a deep dive into penetration testing methodologies that I needed for my role as an IT auditor. Each module was meticulously detailed: from reconnaissance techniques using theHarvester, to crafting custom exploits in Python. The lab environment was robust, allowing me to practice buffer overflow attacks and understand mitigation strategies. The supplementary reading material, including the latest OWASP Top 10 updates, kept the content relevant. My overall learning experience was thorough and satisfying; I now confidently conduct security assessments and produce comprehensive reports for my clients.





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