Both are taught at techcadd. Here is how they differ on level, tools, projects and where each one can take you.
| Feature | Ethical Hacking | Penetration Testing |
|---|---|---|
| Level | Beginner | Beginner |
| Duration | Duration on enquiry | Duration on enquiry |
| Who can join | Graduates, postgraduates, working professionals, career changers, freelancers, and beginners with an interest in computers and cybersecurity | Graduates, IT professionals, career changers, cybersecurity learners, and beginners with an interest in technology |
| Key tools | Kali Linux, Nmap, Wireshark, Burp Suite, Metasploit Framework, OWASP resources | Nmap, Wireshark, Burp Suite, Metasploit Framework, Kali Linux, Gobuster |
| What you’ll learn | Cybersecurity & Ethical Hacking Fundamentals · Networking Fundamentals · Operating Systems & System Security · Information Gathering & Reconnaissance | Cybersecurity & Penetration Testing Fundamentals · Networking Fundamentals for Security · Reconnaissance and Information Gathering · Vulnerability Assessment |
| Portfolio projects | — | — |
| Career roles | Junior Cybersecurity Analyst, Security Analyst, Vulnerability Assessment Analyst | Penetration Tester, Junior Penetration Tester, Vulnerability Assessment Analyst |
Learn the fundamentals of ethical hacking, cybersecurity, networking, vulnerability assessment, web security, and security testing through a structured learning approach designed for students, graduates, working professionals, and career changers.
Learn how authorized security testing works, understand vulnerabilities, explore industry-relevant security tools, and develop a stronger foundation for pursuing cybersecurity opportunities.
A counsellor can map either course to your degree, schedule and career goal — one call is usually enough.
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