Certificate in Cyber Security & Ethical Hacking Basics

Course Summary

Curious how hackers think, and how to stop them? The Certificate in Cyber Security & Ethical Hacking Basics from the Council of Computer Education Research and Training (CCERT) is a hands-on 6-month (150-hour) program for anyone who has completed 10+2 and wants a start in cyber security. You will learn networking and Linux fundamentals, understand common threats like phishing, malware and online payment fraud, and practice ethical hacking skills such as network scanning, vulnerability assessment and web security basics in a safe, authorized lab. The course ends with a capstone project where you assess a practice system and write a professional security report. Whether you are a student in India, a graduate in Lagos or Abuja, or a working professional who wants to protect your business, this course gives you practical skills with no prior hacking or coding experience needed

Career Opportunities

After completing the course, you can apply for entry-level roles such as Junior Cyber Security Analyst, SOC (Security Operations Center) Analyst Trainee, Vulnerability Assessment Associate, IT Security Support Executive, Network Support Engineer with a security focus, Cyber Security Awareness Trainer and Junior Penetration Testing Assistant. Banks, fintech companies, telecom firms, IT service providers and government offices all need people who can spot risks early. You can also offer basic security checks and awareness sessions to small businesses as a freelancer. Results depend on your effort, practice and the job market, and many students continue to certifications like CEH or CompTIA Security+ to grow further.