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Learning People
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20 guided learning hours

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About the Course

The CompTIA Pentest+ course, offered by Learning People, is designed to equip individuals with the essential skills needed for a successful career in penetration testing. This certification stands out due to its unique combination of hands-on, performance-based assessments alongside traditional multiple-choice questions, ensuring that candidates not only understand theoretical concepts but can also apply them in real-world scenarios. Participants will delve into critical areas such as vulnerability scanning, exploitation techniques, and ethical penetration testing practices, all aimed at enhancing their cybersecurity expertise.

Throughout the course, learners will engage with a variety of topics, including planning and scoping engagements, information gathering, and identifying both network-based and application-based vulnerabilities. The curriculum is structured to provide practical experience, allowing students to utilise penetration testing tools effectively and communicate their findings through comprehensive reporting. Upon successful completion, participants will receive a digital CompTIA Pentest+ certification, a credential that is highly regarded in the cybersecurity industry and can significantly enhance career prospects and earning potential.

With a focus on real-world application and a commitment to supporting learners throughout their educational journey, Learning People ensures that individuals are well-prepared to tackle the challenges of the cybersecurity landscape. Enquire to learn more about how this course can help advance a career in penetration testing.

There are no formal prerequisites for this course.

In this CompTIA Pentest+ course, the subjects you may study include:

  • Planning for an Engagement
  • Scoping an Engagement
  • Information Gathering
  • Vulnerability Identification
  • Social Engineering and Specialised System Attacks
  • Network-Based Exploits
  • Application-Based Vulnerabilities
  • Local Host Vulnerabilities
  • Post-Exploitation and Facilities Attacks
  • Penetration Testing Tools
  • Reporting and Communication
  • Analysing Tool and Script Output

Learning People is an international training provider operating across Australia, New Zealand, and the UK specialising in flexible, career-focused online courses in tech, cyber security, IT, data, cloud, software development, and project management. They offer industry-recognised certifications, award-winning StudentCareTM, and expert career advice services designed to help people upskill, change careers, and progress into in-demand roles.

Having already supported over 50,000 students worldwide, Learning People emphasises practical training that teaches the skills employers are actually looking for, leading to strong student outcomes and high employment rates. They offer premium support to learners from enrolment through to job readiness, employment, and long-term career growth.