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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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    Find the Best Ethical Hacking Course for Your Goals

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      University of Virginia

      Ethical Leadership Through Giving Voice to Values

      Skills you'll gain: Courage, Leadership Development, Strategic Leadership, Professional Development, Business Ethics, Initiative and Leadership, Personal Integrity, Employee Coaching, Business Leadership, Overcoming Objections, Leadership, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Empowerment, Self-Awareness, Conflict Management, Personal Development, Decision Making, Advocacy, Program Implementation, Action Oriented

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      588 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • M

      McMaster University

      Hacking Exercise For Health. The surprising new science of fitness.

      Skills you'll gain: Kinesiology, Productivity, Cardiology, Stress Management, Time Management, Adaptability, Respiration, Rehabilitation, Nutrition and Diet, Planning, Mental Health, Goal Setting

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      802 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • S

      Stanford University

      Love as a Force for Social Justice

      Skills you'll gain: Compassion, Interpersonal Communications, Social Justice, Communication, Empathy, Relationship Building, Liberal Arts, Social Sciences, Community and Social Work, Collaboration, Cultural Diversity, Creativity, Research, Psychology, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Neurology

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      422 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of London

      Film, Images & Historical Interpretation in the 20th Century: The Camera Never Lies

      Skills you'll gain: Public History, Photography, Photo Editing, Media and Communications, Research, World History, Storytelling, Political Sciences, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      383 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Periodismo digital y combate a las fake news

      Skills you'll gain: Journalism, Research, Investigation, Media and Communications, Writing, Interviewing Skills, Data Security, Report Writing, Public Affairs, Cybersecurity, Storytelling, Threat Detection, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Diversity Awareness, Digital Communications, Editing

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      659 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      CertNexus

      Turn Ethical Frameworks into Actionable Steps

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Business Ethics, Strategic Thinking, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Regulatory Compliance, Analytical Skills, Information Technology, Compliance Management, Decision Making, Business Analysis, Business Strategy, Personally Identifiable Information, Artificial Intelligence, Information Privacy, Governance

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      153 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • V

      Vanderbilt University

      Hot Topics in Criminal Justice

      Skills you'll gain: Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Public Safety and National Security, Social Justice, Court Systems, Legal Proceedings, Political Sciences, Case Law, Social Sciences, Policy Analysis, Disabilities, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Cultural Diversity, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      178 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universiteit Leiden

      International Humanitarian Law in Theory and Practice

      Skills you'll gain: Legal Proceedings, International Relations, Conflict Management, Child Welfare, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Working With Children, Legal Research, Case Law, Investigation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.9K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Davis

      Big Data, Artificial Intelligence, and Ethics

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Research, Natural Language Processing, Big Data, Research Methodologies, Social Sciences, Machine Learning, Data Mining, Algorithms

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      621 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The University of Edinburgh

      Philosophy, Science and Religion: Philosophy and Religion

      Skills you'll gain: Liberal Arts, Research, Science and Research, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cultural Diversity, Psychology, Sociology, Discussion Facilitation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      519 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Anticorrupción: Introducción a conceptos y perspectiva práctica

      Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Accountability, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Social Studies, Research, Analysis, Systems Thinking, Complex Problem Solving

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.4K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Lausanne

      Unethical Decision Making in Organizations

      Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Decision Making, Organizational Leadership, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Management, Research, Sociology, Compliance Management, Psychology, Mindfulness

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      424 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Ethical Leadership Through Giving Voice to Values: University of Virginia
    • Hacking Exercise For Health. The surprising new science of fitness.: McMaster University
    • Love as a Force for Social Justice: Stanford University
    • Film, Images & Historical Interpretation in the 20th Century: The Camera Never Lies: University of London
    • Periodismo digital y combate a las fake news: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Turn Ethical Frameworks into Actionable Steps: CertNexus
    • Hot Topics in Criminal Justice: Vanderbilt University
    • International Humanitarian Law in Theory and Practice : Universiteit Leiden
    • Big Data, Artificial Intelligence, and Ethics: University of California, Davis
    • Philosophy, Science and Religion: Philosophy and Religion: The University of Edinburgh

    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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