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Cybersecurity

Ethical Hacker

Available in:Remote

UCI:3059

Live and Instructor-Led

Course fee
No-Cost
Course level
Intermediate
Training hours
90
Prerequisites
Must be a Per Scholas Alumnus

Course Overview

Ready to think like a hacker to stop one? Our 10-week, instructor-led Ethical Hacker (UCI 3059) course equips aspiring cybersecurity professionals with the hands-on skills needed to navigate the high-stakes world of offensive security.

Through a combination of interactive lectures and intensive hands-on labs, you will move beyond theory to build the cybersecurity expertise today's business world needs. We cover the entire lifecycle of ethical hacking, from planning and scoping penetration tests and gathering critical intelligence to analyzing vulnerabilities and understanding the mechanics of social engineering.

Additional Info

As you advance through Ethical Hacker (UCI 3059), the training scales up to tackle complex security challenges. You will master advanced techniques, including how to:

  • Exploit network and application vulnerabilities to expose hidden risks.
  • Secure modern cloud, mobile, and IoT environments.
  • Execute sophisticated post-exploitation strategies.

By the end of this intermediate-level program, you will have the comprehensive toolkit necessary to step into high-impact roles such as a Penetration Tester or Security Analyst, ready to defend from the front lines.

StartsApply byEndsWeeksMeets
Feb 23, 2027Feb 9, 2027May 13, 202710Tuesday, Thursday5:00 PM – 9:00 PM ET

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