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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 Colorado Boulder

      The Little Stuff: Energy, Cells, and Genetics

      Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Biology, Oncology, Biochemistry, Environmental Science, Medical Science and Research, Precision Medicine, Healthcare Ethics, Emerging Technologies

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      Institute for the Future

      Collaborative Foresight: How to Game the Future

      Skills you'll gain: Forecasting, Systems Thinking, Game Theory, Creative Thinking, Collaboration, Interviewing Skills, Emerging Technologies, Ideation, Strategic Planning, Innovation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Empathy, Creativity

      4.9
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      286 reviews

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Feeding the World

      Skills you'll gain: Food and Beverage, Environmental Issue, Food Safety and Sanitation, Nutrition and Diet, Production Process, Environment, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Trend Analysis, Infectious Diseases, Public Health, Economics

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Professional Responsibility and Ethics for Accountants

      Skills you'll gain: Governance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Business Ethics, Certified Public Accountant, Compliance Management, Corporate Accounting, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Accountability, Public Accounting, Accounting, Stakeholder Management, Business, Auditing, Decision Making, Financial Management

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      University of Geneva

      Calvin - Histoire et réception d'une Réforme

      Skills you'll gain: Ethical Standards And Conduct, Culture, Social Studies, World History, European History, Political Sciences

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      129 reviews

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      Yale University

      Introduction to Religions & Ecology

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Science, Environment, Social Justice, Culture, Natural Resource Management, Anthropology, World History, Intercultural Competence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Advocacy

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      59 reviews

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      Dartmouth College

      Population, Food, and Soil

      Skills you'll gain: Demography, Environment, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Science, Land Management, Environmental Issue, Nutrition and Diet, Nutrition Education, Natural Resource Management, Social Studies, Water Resources, Human Development, Physical Science, Biology, Cultural Diversity, Trend Analysis, Economic Development, Estimation, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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      Royal Holloway, University of London

      Security Management and Governance

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Security Incident Management, Cyber Governance, Incident Management, Incident Response, Security Management, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Security Policies, Human Factors (Security), Security Awareness, Cybersecurity, ISO/IEC 27001, Cyber Risk, Security Strategy, Risk Management Framework, Human Factors

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Foundations of Professional Identity

      Skills you'll gain: Professional Development, Business Ethics, Professionalism, Decision Making, Strong Work Ethic, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Trustworthiness, Personal Development, Communication, Problem Solving, Self-Awareness, Conflict Management

      4.8
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      Universidade Estadual de Campinas

      Alfabetização Midiática, Informacional e Diálogo Intercultural - UNESCO e UNICAMP

      Skills you'll gain: Media and Communications, Cultural Diversity, Content Creation, Web Content, Electronic Media, Journalism, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Multimedia, Research, Information Management, Working With Children, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      88 reviews

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      Kennesaw State University

      AI for Grant Writing

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Grant Writing, ChatGPT, Proposal Writing, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Business Writing, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Computing, Ethics, and Society Foundations

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Security Awareness, Computer Security Awareness Training, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Information Privacy, Media and Communications, Machine Learning, Personally Identifiable Information, Artificial Intelligence, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Data Collection

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      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • The Little Stuff: Energy, Cells, and Genetics: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Collaborative Foresight: How to Game the Future: Institute for the Future
    • Feeding the World: University of Pennsylvania
    • Professional Responsibility and Ethics for Accountants: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Calvin - Histoire et réception d'une Réforme: University of Geneva
    • Introduction to Religions & Ecology: Yale University
    • Population, Food, and Soil: Dartmouth College
    • Security Management and Governance: Royal Holloway, University of London
    • Foundations of Professional Identity: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Alfabetização Midiática, Informacional e Diálogo Intercultural - UNESCO e UNICAMP: Universidade Estadual de Campinas

    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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