Certified Penetration Testing & Cybersecurity Analyst (CPTCA)

What Will You Learn?

• By completing this course, participants will be able to:
• Understand cybersecurity fundamentals and ethical hacking principles
• Set up a professional penetration testing lab environment
• Perform reconnaissance and information gathering
• Conduct network scanning and vulnerability assessment
• Analyze common security weaknesses
• Understand basic exploitation techniques in controlled environments
• Perform introductory web application security testing
• Write structured, professional penetration testing reports
• Apply risk classification and remediation strategies

Material Includes

• Participants receive:
• Step-by-step lab setup guide (Kali Linux & Virtual Environment)
• Practical lab exercises and guided walkthroughs
• Vulnerability scanning practice modules
• Web application testing exercises
• Sample penetration testing report template
• Final project guidelines
• Certificate of Completion – Awarded After Successful Examination (ExamBook)

Requirements

• To enroll in this course, participants should have:
• Basic understanding of computer systems
• Basic knowledge of networking concepts (recommended but not mandatory)
• A laptop or desktop capable of running virtual machines
• Internet connection for downloading tools
• Commitment to ethical and legal cybersecurity practices
• All penetration testing activities must be conducted strictly in controlled lab environments.
• Unauthorized testing of live systems is strictly prohibited.
• Students must follow ethical hacking principles at all times.
• Documentation of lab activities is required for course completion.
• Final certification requires submission of a structured penetration testing report based on the lab project.

Audience

• This course is ideal for:
• Students pursuing Computer Science or Engineering
• Beginners interested in cybersecurity careers
• IT enthusiasts wanting structured pentesting knowledge
• Individuals preparing for entry-level cybersecurity certifications
• Undergraduate applicants seeking practical technical exposure