Learning Objectives
Planning and Scoping
[14%] Covers the foundational aspects of a penetration testing engagement, including defining the scope, understanding legal and compliance requirements, establishing rules of engagement, and ensuring ethical considerations are met.
Information Gathering and Vulnerability Scanning
[22%] Focuses on reconnaissance techniques to collect data about the target system, performing both passive and active information gathering, and conducting vulnerability scans to identify potential security weaknesses.
Attacks and Exploits
[30%] Involves leveraging identified vulnerabilities to execute attacks, including network, wireless, application-based, and social engineering exploits, as well as post-exploitation techniques to maintain access and extract data.
Reporting and Communication
[18%] Emphasizes the importance of effectively communicating findings from penetration tests, including writing detailed reports, presenting results to stakeholders, and providing actionable remediation recommendations.
Tools and Code Analysis
[16%] Covers the use of various penetration testing tools and the ability to analyze scripts or code samples to identify vulnerabilities, automate tasks, and enhance testing efficiency.
- Intellectual Point’s CompTIA PenTest+ training program is meticulously curated to equip you with the essential knowledge and practical competencies needed to excel as a penetration tester. This course prepares you for the CompTIA PenTest+ certification exam, aiming to validate your proficiency in identifying, exploiting, reporting, and managing vulnerabilities on a network. Uniting theory with extensive hands-on training, this course ensures that you not only understand penetration testing methodologies but also can execute them effectively in real-world scenarios.
- Throughout, you will explore advanced concepts such as vulnerability identification, exploitation techniques, legal documentation, and ethical hacking practices. The course integrates practical labs and simulations to help you assert your skills in live environments, simulating real-world scenarios. By the end of the program, you’ll be competent to perform comprehensive penetration testing and confidently apply your technical skills in a professional context. By the end of this course, participants will:
- 1) Conduct effective penetration testing using specified methodologies and standard practices.
- 2) Accurately identify, prioritize, and report vulnerabilities following industry standards.
- 3) Develop and perform exploits, ensuring a practical understanding of threat impacts.
- 4) Generate comprehensive documentation reports that reflect penetration testing results.
- 5) Pass the CompTIA PenTest+ certification exam, reinforcing your professional value in cybersecurity.
Module by Module Learning Outline
Tuition & Hours
Tuition is charged by course. The cost of the certification exam is not included in the tuition and is a separate cost based on the current rates as set by the vendor.
Course | Total Hours | Tuition |
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SEC-202: CompTIA PenTest+ | 72 | $4,499.00 |
Books & Supplies
There are no additional charges for books or supplies.
Indirect Costs
Should a student wish to obtain the CompTIA PenTest+ certification exam, the cost is an additional fee not covered in tuition. While encouraged, the exam is not a required expense to be paid at the time of enrollment. To obtain a voucher for the certification exam, you will need to purchase it separately.
Course | Exam | Exam Fee |
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SEC-202: CompTIA PenTest+ | CompTIA PenTest+ | $404 |
Program Award
Upon successful completion of the course, the student will receive a Certificate of Completion for CompTIA PenTest+ Training.
* Exam fees are quoted based on time of publication. Voucher prices may change based on vendor rates and are updated accordingly. Please contact Intellectual Point to verify exam fee charges.
Class Registration
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January: 3, 2026 - Jan 25, 2026 - 8 AM - 6 PM (ET) Schedule: Sat & Sun |
$4,499.00 | In-Person & Virtual | Register |
March: 16, 2026 - Apr 10, 2026 - 6 PM - 10 PM (ET) Schedule: Mon - Fri |
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August: 1, 2026 - Aug 23, 2026 - 8 AM - 6 PM (ET) Schedule: Sat & Sun |
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July: 19, 2027 - Aug 13, 2027 - 6 PM - 10 PM (ET) Schedule: Mon - Fri |
$4,499.00 | In-Person & Virtual | Register |
August: 21, 2027 - Sep 12, 2027 - 8 AM - 6 PM (ET) Schedule: Sat & Sun |
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A CompTIA PenTest Course at Intellectual Point Includes:
- Live, Instructor-led training in modern classrooms
- A thorough review of all PenTest topics by industry experts
- Hands-on labs with real templates for policies, procedures, Incident Response, etc.
- 24 x 7 access to the real labs in classrooms and remotely
- 100% latest material & and thousands of realistic practice questions
- Confidence building hands-on training with simulated exams
- Authorized Pearson VUE testing at the same location to help you complete your exam*
- Study material, notes, videos, and practice questions included in the course price
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