Ethical Hacking for Cyber Security (Digital Skills Academy)

In this course, you will be introduced to the world of ethical hacking and learn how to identify and exploit vulnerabilities in computer systems and networks. You will learn the techniques hackers use to gain access to sensitive information and understand how to use this knowledge to secure an organisation's systems and networks.

This course will provide you with hands-on experience in conducting security assessments, penetration testing, and vulnerability scanning. You will learn how to perform ethical hacking in a controlled environment and use the latest tools and techniques to protect against cyber-attacks.

You will also gain knowledge on the legal and ethical issues related to hacking and understand how to operate within the bounds of the law.

 Modules can include:

• Introduction to Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing 
• Reconnaissance and Information Gathering 
• Scanning and Enumeration 
• Vulnerability Scanning 
• Social Engineering Attacks 
• Exploiting Wired and Wireless Networks 
• Exploiting Application-based Vulnerabilities 

This is a hands-on, practical course and a PC (desktop or laptop) is required. 

You will need to be eligible to study in the UK. Upon enrolment, you will be asked to upload residency and income documents for college funding purposes.

This course is only available for 19+ adults who are GLA resident. 

Free unless earning over £27,007.50pa (then £150)

Upon successful completion of the course you can progress into further study in this area.