The Slow Path for Studious Learners
to a Career in Cybersecurity

Accelerate your future with elite, personalized high-quality private tutoring that sharpens your expertise and
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OUR LEARNING GOALS

Structured Curriculum from First Principles

1-on-1 Personal Tutoring

  • Fundamentals first, fundamentals throughout
  • Personalized learning tailored to each student’s pace
  • Focus on deep understanding and critical thinking,

A Serious Training Curriculum That's Designed to
Launch a Career

Core Curriculum

Mastery of Fundamentals

  • Duration: 8 - 9+ months
  • 1-on-1 with Your Personal Lecturer

Specialization

Launch Your Career

  • Duration: 4 - 5+ months
  • Instructor-led, Team-based

Complete the Core Curriculum courses and pass their assessments, and you'll have mastered the fundamentals. Participate in our Specialization Program, and you'll launch a career.

Offensive and Defensive Security Tracks

Core Essentials
  • Entry-level
  • Intermediate
  • Advanced

Programming &
Networking

Gain Core Knowledge Required for any Cybersecurity Role

Offensive Security

Understand the attacker mindset

Offensive Security

Develop hacking and pentesting skills

Offensive Security

Expert protections across organizations
Network Penetration Tester

Network Penetration Essentials

Advanced Web Attacks and Exploitation

Red Teaming

MITRE ATT&CK - Resource Development

MITRE ATT&CK - Execution

MITRE ATT&CK - Persistence

MITRE ATT&CK - Privilege Escalation

MITRE ATT&CK - Defense Evasion

MITRE ATT&CK - Credential Access

MITRE ATT&CK - Lateral Movement

MITRE ATT&CK - Collection

Web Application Tester

Advanced Web Attacks and Exploitation (OSWE)

Exploit Developer/Security Researcher/Threat Intelligence

Advanced Evasion Techniques and Breaching Defenses (OSEP)

Advanced Web Attacks and Exploitation (OSWE)

Windows User Mode Exploit Development (OSED)

macOS Control Bypasses (OSMR)

Defensive Security

Understand defensive requirements

Defensive Security

Develop Mitigation Procedure

Defensive Security

Procative,resilient Defenses
SOC Analyst

Exploit Development Essentials

Defensive Forensics & Incident Responder (DFIR)

Incient Responder Foundations

Threat Hunter

Threat Hunting Foundations (OSTH)

Penetration Testing with Kali Linux (OSCP)

Security Operations and Defensive Analysis (OSDA)

MITRE D3FEND - Detect

Secure Development

Learn risks and track security in dev

Secure Development

Integrate security best practices into dev

Secure Development

Security first software development lifecycle
Softare Development

Secure Java/Python Development Essentials

GitOps Essentials

Intermediate Secure Software Development I

Get into Development

Cloud Engineer and Dev Sec Ops

Introduction to Cloud Security

Cloud Essentials

GitOps Essentials

DevSecOps Essentials

Introduction to Secure Software Development

Web Attacks and Exploitation (OSWE)

Penetration Testing with Kali Linux

Foundational Web Application Assessments with Kali Linux

Offensive Cloud Foundations

Internet of Things (IoT) Essentials

IT Team Cybersecurity

Understand Cybersecurity for IT and Systems Admins

IT Team Cybersecurity

Develop Secure Processes
IT Generalist

IT Generalist Essentials

Get into Networking

Get into Windows

Penetration Testing with Kali Linux

Security Operations and Defensive Analysis

System Administrator

Get into Linux

Get into Active Directory

Get Good at Python

Introduction to Cloud Security

Kali Linux Essentials

Network Penetration Testing Essentials

Systems Administrator Pro

Penetration Testing with Kali Linux

Security Operations and Defensive Analysis

Offensive Security Wireless Network Attacks

Offensive Cloud Foundations

Windows System Administration Foundations

Web System Administration Foundations

UNIX System Administration Foundations

Offensive and Defensive Security Tracks

Offensive Security

Categories

Network Penetration Essentials

Network Penetration Essentials
Advanced Web Attacks and Exploitation
Red Teaming
MITRE ATT&CK - Resource Development
MITRE ATT&CK - Execution
MITRE ATT&CK - Persistence
MITRE ATT&CK - Privilege Escalation
MITRE ATT&CK - Defense Evasion
MITRE ATT&CK - Credential Access
MITRE ATT&CK - Lateral Movement
MITRE ATT&CK - Collection

Web Application Tester

Advanced Web Attacks and Exploitation (OSWE)

Exploit Developer / Threat Intelligence

Advanced Evasion Techniques and Breaching Defenses (OSEP)
Advanced Web Attacks and Exploitation (OSWE)
Windows User Mode Exploit Development (OSED)
macOS Control Bypasses (OSMR)

Defensive Security

Categories

SOC Analyst

Exploit Development Essentials

Defensive Forensics & Incident Responder

Incient Responder Foundations

Threat Hunter

Threat Hunting Foundations (OSTH)
Penetration Testing with Kali Linux (OSCP)
Security Operations and Defensive Analysis (OSDA)
MITRE D3FEND - Detect

Secure Development

Categories

software Development

Secure Java/Python Development Essentials
GitOps Essentials
Intermediate Secure Software Development I
Get into Development

Cloud Engineer and Dev Sec Ops

Introduction to Cloud Security
Cloud Essentials
GitOps Essentials
DevSecOps Essentials
Introduction to Secure Software Development
Web Attacks and Exploitation (OSWE)
Penetration Testing with Kali Linux
Foundational Web Application Assessments with Kali Linux
Offensive Cloud Foundations
Internet of Things (IoT) Essentials

IT Team cybersecurity

Categories

IT Generalist

IT Generalist Essentials
Get into Networking
Get into Windows
Penetration Testing with Kali Linux
Security Operations and Defensive Analysis

System Administrator

Get into Linux
Get into Active Directory
Get Good at Python
Introduction to Cloud Security
Kali Linux Essentials
Network Penetration Testing Essentials

Systems Administrator Pro

Penetration Testing with Kali Linux
Security Operations and Defensive Analysis
Offensive Security Wireless Network Attacks
Offensive Cloud Foundations
Windows System Administration Foundations
Web System Administration Foundations
UNIX System Administration Foundations

Think. Build. Launch.

Program developed for aspiring cybersecurity professionals.

Change your trajectory, change your life

Meet other cracked students who will push you to the next level. Learn best practices and grow fast. Hackathons create late night breakthroughs.

If everyone around you is securing the future, what will you secure?

Talent density is the key to outsized results. Meet your peers. Plug in. Carve out a path in Africa's hacker scene.

Hacker events

Develop lifelong friendships with weekly events and group explorations

Spcilaization 1

Offensive Security

Offensive security is a proactive approach to cybersecurity that focuses on identifying and exploiting vulnerabilities in systems, networks, applications, and people just like a real attacker would, to help organizations strengthen their defenses.

Key Aspects of Offensive Security:

  • Penetration Testing (Pen Testing)
  • Red Teaming
  • Ethical Hacking
  • Vulnerability Assessment
  • Social Engineering
  • Exploitation Development
Spcilaization 2

Defensive Security

Defensive security is the practice of protecting systems, networks, data, and users from cyberattacks. It focuses on detection, prevention, response, and recovery to stop attackers from succeeding or to minimize the damage if they do.

Key Aspects of Defensive Security:

  • Prevent attacks
  • Detect intrusions or suspicious behavior
  • Respond to incidents quickly
  • Recover systems and data after a breach
  • Strengthen security posture over time

How does the Programme work?

Core

Core

Specialization

Specialization

Internship

Internship

Residency

Residency

Goal of this stage

Intensive,mastery-based learning covering fundamental principles

How We Do it

Focus on building strong mental models by understanding concepts from "first principles". Progress will be gated by regular, rigorous assessments designed to ensure comprehensive mastery of each topic before students advance to the next.

Goal of this stage 02

Deepen learning in either Offensive or Defensive Security

How We Do It

Curriculum within these tracks become highly focused and exceptionally rigorous, aiming to cultivate expert-level skills in the chosen domain. It positions students for advanced roles, higher salaries, and targeted certifications (e.g OSCP for offensive security, Comptia Security+, CEH, CISSP for governance)

Goal of this stage 03

Applying advanced skills acquired during specialization phase to solve real-world business problems

How We Do It

A mandatory 3-month, high-quality internship provides students with critical industry immersion. These placements will be with carefully selected partner companies in Africa, or through remote international opportunities.

NB: Optional

Developing strategic thinking, leadership capabilities, engagement with cutting-edge research and a global professional network.

How We Do It

Eight-week on-site program running as a standalone experience post-internship. The hackhouse will include people interested in diverse subfields of offensive and defensive security, so you'll learn a lot and make surprising connections.

As part of our program, you'll have the opportunity to attain additional certificates with our dedicated guidance, support, and comprehensive preparation.

Get Started - Apply Now

Patchlabs vs. other bootcamps

Discover what sets us apart:

FEATURES

  • CAREER SUPPORT
  • TEACHER: STUDENT RATIO
  • RESPONSE TIME
  • MENTORING 1-ON-1
  • INTERVIEW PREPARATION

AT PATCHLABS

  • FOREVER
  • 1 : 1 PERSONAL TUTOR
  • 30 MIN
  • UNLIMITED
  • TAILORED FOR EACH INTERVIEW

INUSTRY AVARAGE

  • UNTIL YOU GET A JOB
  • 1:10 AVG
  • NOT MEASURED
  • LIMITED
  • GENERAL

The admissions Process

  • 1Submit your
    Application
  • 2Interview with the
    Admissions team
  • 3Join Patchlabs
    Cybersecurity Program

Start anytime!

100% Online Classes (Instructor-Led Sessions)

  • 2 Hours Minimum Instructor-Led Session
  • 20 hours done in 1 calendar month
  • One-on-One expert lecturer
  • We fit into your schedule

12 MONTHS UPFRONT PAYMENT

Secure a lower rate
  • Pay only upon completed registration

Get a discounted rate by paying for the course in one lump
sum upon registration. Includes 9 months Core Curriculum and 3 months Specialization.

Course cost: $3,600 $2,880

3-6 MONTHS UPFRONT PAYMENT

Pay in instalments
  • Small deposit
  • Choose a plan from 3 up to 6 months

Spread the cost of the course into easy, predictable Quarterly / Semi-annually payments Plan.

Course cost: $259/Month

MONTHLY PAYMENTS

Pay in instalments
  • Small deposit
  • Choose Month-Month

Spread the cost of the course into easy, predictable Monthly payments Plan.

Course cost: $299

Faq

Where are your campuses?
We offer our training via our unique 1 on 1 online training. But we are not like the norm. You get assigned a One-on-One expert lecturer and he or she uses interactive software (Teamviewer, ms teams or google meets), which in turn allows him or her to interact with your computer, you and your software, as if he or she was there with you! No videos, no prerecording's. Just the lecturer and you in your sessions!
When can I start a course?
A course is available anytime. In turn you can register and start when you want to. Once you register online, it takes +- 2 working days for your personal lecturer to contact you and arrange times and dates that fit into both your schedules (minimum session is 2 hours, and a minimum of 20 hours are done in 1 calendar month). This is what makes Patchlabs unique. Flexibility.
Is Patchlabs accredited or recognized?
We offer certificates of completion and then International certificates e.g Comptia Security+ Issued by Comptia or CISSP awarded by (ISC)². Then you will be internationally accredited and recognized. You will also be of a higher standard than most as you need 60 to 75% to pass!
Can you do the course part time?
Yes, we are flexible with your lesson times, dates and lesson duration. You can decide on your times and days with your Lecturer (Compromise between you two). Once you register, it takes +-2 working days for your personal lecturer to contact you and arrange times and dates that fit into both your schedules! We try and fit into your schedule. In addition, commence a course anytime! PS: a minimum of 20 hours must be done in 1 calendar month.
How does 1-on-1 online work?
Via our unique 1 on 1 online training. You get assigned a One-on-One expert lecturer and he or she uses interactive software (Teamviewer, ms teams or google meets), which in turn allows him or her to interact with your computer, you and your software, as if he or she was there with you! No videos, no prerecording's. Just the lecturer and you in your sessions!
What makes Patchlabs different?

1. Courses are available anytime. This means you can start when you want to!

2. We fit into your schedule - this means once you register, your personal lecturer contacts you within ±2 working days and arranges times and dates that fit into your schedule! (Minimum session is 2 hours and 20 hours must be done in 1 calendar month).

3. You get assigned your own personal lecturer – they only teach you at that given time.

4. Online training is not like the norm. You get assigned your own One-on-One Expert who can not only interact with you, but your code, software and PC! No videos or pre-recordings!

5. We are practical: You build practical examples directly with your personal lecturer and on your own.

6. Implementation of mastery-based learning. No other program does it the way we do it, and we believe it is the most effective training program for launching long-term engineering-centric careers. It's possible to get a job faster and without learning to mastery, but it's our belief that in the long run, this way of learning yields superior results and makes all the difference when considered in the span of one's career..

7. You don't lose your hours like conventional training institutions. This means you will always have your hours and can cancel a lesson or postpone it.

8. We eat, sleep, and breathe offensive & defensive cybersecurity.

9. We assist you in getting an industry job.

Do I get a recognized certificate after the program?
You get a certificate of completion and can do your international certificate/s, which is internationally accredited and recognized.
What's included in a course?

Ebooks and/or Study Guide

Professional notes

IDE

Interactive software

*Dependent on course and availability of resources

What are the course pre-requisites?

Have basic IT/computer literacy skills

Familiarity with command-line interfaces and scripting

Have basic cybersecurity knowledge e.g Introduction to Cybersecurity

Proficiency in English – both spoken and written.

Must have a computer or laptop with the following specs (core i5 – i7, 8GB RAM, 500GB memory).

Access to internet