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Become a Certified Penetration Tester with CompTIA PenTest+

Build hands-on offensive security skills and earn the CompTIA PenTest+ credential. Study online, self-paced, in around 3 months.

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What You Get

Everything That Comes With This Course

Lumify Edge Job Placement Program

Assists students in securing paid or unpaid IT internship opportunities, potentially leading to a full-time IT or marketing job within three months of completing the course. An additional fee applies.

Lumify Edge Career Support

Bridges the gap between learning and earning by enhancing students' personal brand for job interviews, providing direct access to the exclusive Lumify Group job portal and job opportunities.

Expert Mentor Support

Students benefit from experienced industry professionals who provide personalised guidance throughout the learning journey and help leverage skills in real work scenarios.

Flexible Self-Paced Study

Study on your own schedule with a 'start together, finish whenever' approach. Students can race ahead when they have more time or take their time during busier periods.

Exam Voucher Included

The course includes one online proctored exam. Exam fees are included in the cost of the course and Lumify Learn provides exam vouchers to register.

Exclusive Job Portal Access

Students gain direct access to the exclusive Lumify Group job portal connecting them with recruiters and employers seeking IT professionals.

Work Placement Included

Through the Lumify Edge Job Placement Program, students are assisted in securing a paid or unpaid IT internship opportunity, which could lead to a full-time IT or marketing job within three months of completing the course.

Skills & Applications

The Skills You'll Build

Practical, job-relevant skills for these roles. As a professional development course, it builds capability in this field rather than guaranteeing a specific role or salary.

2.4M+Employed in this field (AU)
25%Projected 10-year job growth (JSA)
Cyber Security AnalystEthical HackerPenetration Tester

Indicative market figures from publicly available Australia data (ABS · Jobs and Skills Australia). No specific job, salary or outcome is guaranteed.

What You'll Learn

Inside The Course

Gathering crucial information and identifying vulnerabilities in target systems
Executing social engineering attacks and exploiting human vulnerabilities
Mastering both wired and wireless network exploitation while bypassing security controls
Identifying local host and physical security vulnerabilities, including privilege escalation
Performing post-exploitation activities to maintain access to compromised systems
Crafting comprehensive penetration testing reports and effectively communicating results
Before You Enquire

Eligibility And The First Steps

Before You Apply

No strict prerequisites required. CompTIA recommends having CompTIA Security+ certification and some hands-on information security or related experience, but these are not mandatory.
Access to a laptop or desktop computer with a reliable internet connection is required.
Lumify Learn accepts no responsibility for personal electronic devices used for the course.

How It Starts

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A course advisor will call to chat about your course and set up a time to get started.
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You will be invited to complete the Student Enrolment process to secure your spot.
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Once your enrolment has been submitted, the Student Support Team will contact you to confirm your enrolment.
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If all documentation is in order, you will be invited to attend an online orientation.
The Money Part

Ways To Pay For It

Pay Upfront

Confirmed by the provider when you enquire.

8–24 Month Payment Plan

Talk to a Course Advisor to learn more about 8–24 month payment plan options.

Exact fees, plans and any funding eligibility are confirmed by the provider when you enquire. No payment is made through Get Course.

Before You Ask

Questions People Ask First

Are there any entry requirements for this course?

CompTIA recommends candidates have Network+ and Security+ level knowledge, or equivalent experience, before attempting PenTest+. Practical familiarity with networking concepts and basic security principles is strongly encouraged. Submit an enquiry to confirm any formal prerequisites Lumify Learn applies at enrolment.

How much does the course cost and are payment plans available?

A weekly payment plan may be available to help spread the cost. Submit a Get Course enquiry for current pricing and to confirm payment options before you enrol.

How long does the course take to complete?

The course is designed to be completed in approximately 3 months. Because it is fully self-paced, students can move faster when schedules allow or take longer during busier periods. Submit an enquiry to confirm any maximum enrolment timeframe.

How is the course delivered?

The course is delivered entirely online by Lumify Learn, with a self-paced 'start together, finish whenever' structure. Students access learning materials on their own schedule and receive support from experienced industry mentors throughout. No on-campus attendance is required.

Is there a work placement component?

The course includes an optional job placement programme through Lumify Edge, which can assist students in securing a paid or unpaid IT internship. An additional fee applies for this programme. Submit a Get Course enquiry to confirm current placement details and eligibility.

Is this course accredited or nationally recognised?

This course leads to the CompTIA PenTest+ vendor certification, a globally recognised credential in the cyber security industry. It is not a government-accredited or AQF qualification. The CompTIA PenTest+ certification is widely valued by employers across IT security roles in Australia and internationally.

About This Course

What This Course Is Really About

This course prepares students to plan, execute, and report on penetration testing engagements across networks, applications, and cloud environments. Students learn vulnerability scanning, exploitation techniques, and how to document findings for technical and non-technical audiences. The exam voucher is included, so students sit the CompTIA PenTest+ certification exam as part of the course.

Delivered by Lumify Learn, the course runs fully online and self-paced over approximately 3 months. A 'start together, finish whenever' structure means students can accelerate through familiar content or slow down during busy periods. Expert industry mentors provide personalised guidance throughout.

Career support is built in. Students gain access to the exclusive Lumify Group job portal, connecting them with recruiters and employers looking for IT security professionals. An optional job placement programme can also assist with securing an IT internship within three months of completing the course, an additional fee applies.

The College Behind It

Delivered By A Registered Training Organisation

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