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    Ethical hacking courses can help you learn how to identify and fix security vulnerabilities by testing systems and networks in a lawful and responsible way.

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      Lund University

      Transforming higher education with Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: AI Personalization, Generative AI, Higher Education, Education Software and Technology, ChatGPT, Course Development, Data Ethics, Policy Development, Student Engagement, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for PR Specialists

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Public Relations, Prompt Engineering, Marketing and Public Relations, Corporate Communications, Risk Management, Business Risk Management, Data Ethics, Crisis Management, Content Creation

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      MedCerts

      Mental Health Overview, Theories, and Disorders

      Skills you'll gain: Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Medical Privacy, Mental Health, Psychosocial Assessments, Psychiatric And Mental Health Nursing, Healthcare Ethics, Mental Health Therapies, Behavioral Health, Cultural Diversity, Psychology, Human Development, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Exploit Development, Malware, & Defensive Strategies

      Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Cybersecurity, Malware Protection, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Network Security, Python Programming, Network Analysis, Scripting, Program Development, Network Protocols, Remote Access Systems

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Web Security, Social Engineering & External Attacks

      Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Cybersecurity, Threat Detection, Application Security, Malware Protection, Vulnerability Assessments, Network Security, Security Awareness, Web Applications, Remote Access Systems, Javascript

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      The Complete Pentesting and Privilege Escalation Course

      Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Artificial Intelligence, Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Security Assessment, Command-Line Interface, Security Controls, Unix Commands, Linux, Microsoft Windows, Cryptography, Scripting, Windows Servers, Virtual Machines, File Management

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Web Hacking Expert - Full-Stack Exploitation Mastery

      Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Secure Coding, Web Development, Web Applications, Full-Stack Web Development, Application Security, Angular, Ajax, Vulnerability Assessments, Javascript

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Evaluating Public Health Programs at Scale

      Skills you'll gain: Program Evaluation, Health Equity, Public Health, Health Policy, Health Disparities, Research Design, Surveys, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Collection, Maternal Health, Child Health, Statistical Analysis

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Microsoft

      Data Modeling and Architecture

      Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Data Ethics, Data Modeling, Data Governance, Data Architecture, Database Design, Power BI, Star Schema, Information Privacy, Snowflake Schema, Data Integrity, Data Security

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Translating Basic Research into Research for Humans

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Research, Laboratory Research, Medical Science and Research, General Science and Research, Clinical Trials, Research, Healthcare Ethics, Biology, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Utrecht University

      Professionalism in an era of change

      Skills you'll gain: Adaptability, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Professionalism, Lifelong Learning, Professional Development, Employee Engagement, Organizational Development, Organizational Change, Social Sciences, Sociology, Motivational Skills, Personal Development, Leadership, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Initiative and Leadership, Collaboration, Leadership Development

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Interactive Brokers

      ESG Investing: Setting Standards & Conducting Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Risk Analysis, Corporate Sustainability, Financial Analysis, Financial Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Investments, Financial Market, Due Diligence, Governance, Portfolio Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Accountability, Environment and Resource Management

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular ethical hacking courses

    • Transforming higher education with Generative AI: Lund University
    • GenAI for PR Specialists: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Mental Health Overview, Theories, and Disorders: MedCerts
    • Exploit Development, Malware, & Defensive Strategies: Packt
    • Web Security, Social Engineering & External Attacks: Packt
    • The Complete Pentesting and Privilege Escalation Course: Packt
    • Web Hacking Expert - Full-Stack Exploitation Mastery: Packt
    • Evaluating Public Health Programs at Scale: Johns Hopkins University
    • Data Modeling and Architecture: Microsoft
    • Translating Basic Research into Research for Humans : University of Michigan

    Why Learn Ethical Hacking?

    Ethical hacking involves simulating cyberattacks to uncover weaknesses before malicious hackers can exploit them. It's a critical part of cybersecurity, helping organizations strengthen their defenses and protect sensitive data. Learning ethical hacking can equip you with hands-on skills in penetration testing, network security, and threat analysis—supporting careers in IT security and ethical tech practices.

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