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Ethical Hacking Essentials: Hands-On Edition
The Ethical Hacking Essentials (EHE): Hands-On Edition course delves into the principles and practices of ethical hacking.
Learners will understand the need for information security and key elements like confidentiality, integrity, and availability (CIA Triad).
The course covers hacking concepts, hacker classes, and ethical hacking scope and limitations. Learners will execute phases of the hacking cycle: reconnaissance, vulnerability scanning, gaining access, maintaining access, and clearing tracks. They will utilize hacking methodologies and frameworks like Cyber Kill Chain and MITRE ATT&CK, operate ethical hacking tools, and perform lab exercises. By the end of this course, learners will be able to identify and classify various threats, implement defense strategies, and apply cryptography fundamentals.
Duration
7 Months
Institution
EC-Council
Format
Online
Eligibility Criteria
school
Academic Foundation
A recognized Bachelor’s degree or high school equivalent required for admission into EC-Council.
language
Language Proficiency
English proficiency required. IELTS, TOEFL, or standard medium-of-instruction certificates accepted.
Detailed Fees Breakdown
Base Tuition Fee
$237
Total Est. Investment
$237
Scholarships and early-bird waivers may apply. Contact admissions for exact institutional fees.
Academic Trajectory
Program Outcome
Graduates of the Ethical Hacking Essentials: Hands-On Edition program at EC-Council are equipped with global perspectives, ready to excel in international markets and top-tier career opportunities.