Ethical Hacking with Kali Linux
Kali Linux is the go-to operating system for penetration testers, ethical hackers, and security professionals.
Ethical Hacking with Kali Linux is a beginner-level online course from Coursera in Ethical Hacking. It is structured in 5 modules with 4 stated learning outcomes, over 17h 38m. Learners rate it 4.7/5 from 65 ratings on Coursera.
Part of our Ethical Hacking courses collection, where we compare it against 10 other courses.
Course highlights
| Provider | Coursera |
| Duration | 17h 38m |
| Level | Beginner |
| Mode | Self-paced |
| Language | English |
| Certificate | Yes — shareable certificate |
| Rating | 4.7★ (65 reviews) |
| Price | Check price Free |
What you’ll learn
Level and time commitment
- Experience with both Microsoft Windows and Linux operating systems
Skills you’ll gain
What this course covers
5 modulesThe 5-part outline Coursera publishes for this course, across 17h 38m.
Module 1 · Overview of Kali Linux
Module 2 · Kali Linux Tools
Module 3 · Scripting and Automation
Module 4 · Final Project and Course Wrap-Up
Module 5 · (Optional) Overview of the Linux Operating System
What learners rate it
Rated 4.7/5 by 65 learners on Coursera (checked 25 Aug 2026).
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Compare with alternatives
Same topic, different trade-offs — here's who runs each one and what it's best at.
| Course | Provider | Rating | Price | Duration | Why pick this one |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethical Hacking with Kali Linux This |
 Coursera
|
4.7★ | Check price | 17h 38m | Quickest to finish (17h 38m) |
| TryHackme | Ethical Hacking & Cyber Security Skill Enhancer |
 Udemy
|
4.8★ | Free | Free — and still gives a certificate | |
| EC-Council: Ethical Hacking Essentials (EHE) |
|
4.7★ | Free | 1 week | Free — certificate included |
| Ethical Hacking Essentials (EHE) |
Coursera
|
4.6★ | Check price | 32h 5m | Beginner-friendly · 32h 5m |
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Common questions
How much does Ethical Hacking with Kali Linux cost?
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Does Ethical Hacking with Kali Linux come with a certificate?
Yes — Coursera lists a certificate on completion. It is a course certificate, not a formal qualification or university credit.
How long does Ethical Hacking with Kali Linux take?
Coursera lists it at 17h 38m. It is self-paced, so that is the volume of material rather than a deadline — how long it actually takes depends on the hours you put in each week.
Is Ethical Hacking with Kali Linux suitable for beginners?
Yes. Coursera lists it at Beginner level, so no prior experience in the subject is assumed.
What does Ethical Hacking with Kali Linux cover?
It is organised into 5 modules, starting with Overview of Kali Linux and going on to Kali Linux Tools, Scripting and Automation, Final Project and Course Wrap-Up, (Optional) Overview of the Linux Operating System. The full outline is on this page.