There is definitely significant content overlap between CompTIA Security+ and EC-Council's Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), but it’s important to approach this situation carefully, especially when delivering training tied to a specific certification.
Before proceeding, I recommend conducting a needs assessment to clarify the training partner’s goals and understand why they want CEH training delivered. This will help align your content and delivery with their expectations.
Key Considerations:
1. Work Requirements & Certification Objectives
If the primary goal is certification preparation, it's essential to stick closely to the official CEH curriculum and exam objectives. While Security+ and CEH cover similar foundational topics—like network security, threats, and risk management—CEH dives deeper into hacking techniques, penetration testing tools, and methodologies. Mixing the two curricula can confuse learners and may hinder their success on the CEH exam.
2. Skill Development & Hands-On Labs
If the focus is more on practical skill-building rather than certification, there’s more flexibility. In this case, you can blend elements of Security+, CEH, PenTest+, or even Cisco CyberOps. I personally use this approach by providing students with pre-recorded materials and instructional content, then dedicating class time to labs and real-world scenarios. This works especially well in corporate or technical bootcamp settings.
3. Risk Reduction & Incident Response Training
When training is aimed at improving organizational security posture, such as for incident response preparedness, the content should be tailored to the specific roles, industries, and environments of the participants. This type of customized training may incorporate elements from various certifications, but with a strong focus on practical relevance.
In short, the curriculum should align with the intended outcome of the training. Certification-focused sessions require strict adherence to official objectives, while hands-on or tailored programs allow more room for blending and adaptation. A clear understanding of the client’s needs will guide the best approach.
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