Network Penetration Testing Essentials (PEN-200) Online Training

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UPDATED: December 11, 2025

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This OSCP training prepares penetration testers, cybersecurity professionals, and red team operators to pass the challenging PEN-200 exam and earn their OSCP certification. You'll practice real-world penetration testing with virtual labs designed by experienced infosec pro Erik Choron. You'll also gain deep experience in areas like enumeration, privilege escalation, and Active Directory exploitation as you apply tools like Metasploit, Kali Linux, and tunneling frameworks in real-world scenarios. After taking this OSCP training, you'll be ready to pass the PEN-200 exam with confidence.

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What you'll learn with OSCP training

Perform enumeration and vulnerability scanning
Exploit SQL injection and client-side vulnerabilities
Bypass protections and escalate privileges on Windows and Linux
Conduct tunneling and port redirection
Use Metasploit Framework to manage and deliver exploits
Attack Active Directory authentication and move laterally

OSCP training FAQs

Is the PEN-200 exam really that hard?

Yes, the PEN-200 exam is notoriously difficult, but this OSCP training is designed to make it manageable. You’ll face a 24-hour hands-on challenge that tests your stamina as much as your technical skill. This OSCP course is taught by real-world cybersecurity professional and CBT Nuggets trainer Erik Choron. He'll break down the complex exam content into digestible 10-15 minute lessons, and provide you with virtual labs to build the muscle memory you need on exam day.

How much can I earn with an OSCP certification?

Most OSCP holders command salaries ranging from $90,000 to over $130,000 depending on their role and experience level. Because the exam is famously difficult, employers view the credential as a gold standard, often making it a requirement for high-paying senior penetration testing and security consulting positions.

How much does the OSCP+ cost?

The official OffSec certification bundle for PEN-200 starts at $1,749. This price includes official course materials, 90 days of lab access, and one attempt at the OSCP+ exam. By using this CBT Nuggets training as a resource first, you can master the difficult technical concepts at a better price point before you commit to the full expense of the official OffSec bundle (and start your 90-day lab clock). With an exam this expensive, it's definitely worth it to be fully prepared before you schedule your exam.

What is the difference between the OSCP and OSCP+?

The main difference is that the OSCP+ is the version of the certification that requires maintenance through Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits, or recertification every three years. While the core technical skills tested in the PEN-200 are the same, the "+" indicates that your credential is active and your skills are up-to-date. Passing the PEN-200 exam earns you an OSCP+ certification. If your OSCP+ expires, it will become a traditional OSCP, which is valid for life and does not expire.

Does this OSCP training include unlimited virtual labs?

Yes, this course contains integrated virtual labs designed by cybersecurity expert Erik Choron. This will allow you to practice exploits in a live, sandboxed environment directly through your browser. You'll be able to perform enumeration, privilege escalation, and Active Directory attacks on real targets without having to configure your own local virtual machines. These labs are specifically designed to build the muscle memory you need to succeed during the 24-hour PEN-200 exam.

Who is OSCP training for?

This course is for IT professionals who want to break into offensive security, including those in blue team roles ready to pivot to red teaming. If you're ready to move from theory to hands-on, real-world exploitation in a lab setting, this PEN-200 and OSCP+ course are meant for you.

What our learners say

I didn't ever think I'd have the position I have now.
Jenna B. | Service Operations Manager
Having access to on-demand labs that I could spin up instantly was very helpful. I didn’t have to have a home environment with a bunch of virtual machines spun up. Or worry about destroying things.
Brian V. | Monitoring Engineer
It feels like the best and the brightest people are training with you — and they are just hanging out with you and showing you the ropes.
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Study guide

Download the free OSCP study guide to complete this course in about 37 hours.

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