OSCP+ Standalone Exam
The OSCP+ Standalone Exam is for anyone seeking the OSCP+ certification without needing access to the PEN-200 course. The OSCP+ demonstrates the mastery of offensive security skills and ensures you remain current, validated, and recognized in the industry.
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OSCP+ Standalone Exam
$1,699/once
Maintain industry recognition by renewing your OSCP+ every 3 years
OSCP+ Standalone Exam includes:
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2 exam attempts in a 90-day period
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No course materials included
About the OSCP+ Standalone Exam
Best for
Certified OSCP professionals who need to renew their credential, validate their skills, and maintain industry recognition through ongoing proficiency or anyone seeking the OSCP+ without needing access to the PEN-200 course.
Prerequisites
There are no formal prerequisites, but we strongly recommend a solid foundation in TCP/IP networking, basic scripting skills, and familiarity with Linux and Windows OS
What to expect
You'll demonstrate your ability to identify, exploit, and report on vulnerabilities in live systems within a lab environment.
After the exam, you’re given an additional 24 hours to submit a comprehensive penetration testing report.
Exam format
The OSCP+ exam is entirely hands-on. You will be given access to a lab environment and tasked with compromising live systems, demonstrating your practical penetration testing abilities.
OSCP+ Standalone Exam FAQ
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What is the OSCP+ certification?
The OffSec Certified Professional (OSCP+ & OSCP) certification, are designed for cybersecurity professionals to validate practical, hands-on skills in ethical hacking and penetration testing. The OSCP+ certification is issued upon completion of the exam, anytime after November 1, 2024.
Successful candidates demonstrate proficiency in identifying vulnerabilities, exploiting systems, escalating privileges, and documenting their findings in a real-world environment. The certification is relevant to roles such as penetration testers, security analysts, and consultants, confirming their ability to conduct comprehensive security assessments.
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What is the difference between the OSCP & the OSCP+?
Learn more about the changes made to the OSCP that resulted in the OSCP+ by reading Changes to the OSCP in our Help Center.
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How can I re-certify my OSCP+?
Learn about all of our recertification methods in our OffSec Certification Renewal Process
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What's next after the OSCP+?
The OSCP+ certification opens up a wide range of exciting possibilities within cybersecurity! Here are a few paths to consider, depending on your interests:
- Deepen your penetration testing expertise: Advance your skills with specialized courses in web application security (WEB-200/300) or take on the rigorous PEN-300: Evasion Techniques and Breaching Defenses (OSEP) course.
- Develop exploit writing skills: Learn the intricate art of crafting your own exploits with courses focused on windows and macOS vulnerabilities (EXP-301/312).
- Transition into defensive roles: Gain a strong foundation in security operations and incident response (SOC-200, Incident Responder Essentials Learning Path) to enhance your value as a well-rounded security professional.
- Explore lateral movements: Design your ideal career path by strategically combining OffSec's offerings. Pursue roles like secure software developer, cloud engineer, or threat hunter by supplementing your OSCP knowledge with adjacent specializations.
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What is your impartiality statement?
OffSec is committed to conducting all certification activities with the highest standards of impartiality and fairness. We ensure that our certification decisions are made objectively, free from bias, and are based solely on evidence of compliance with our certification requirements. OffSec upholds impartiality in all aspects of exam development and administration.
View our Statement of Impartiality in full.
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Can I buy standalone exam attempts for other certs?
As of now, the Standalone Certification Exam is only offered for the OSCP+ certification. Any future updates or inclusions of the exams for additional certifications will be announced, as soon as possible.
We encourage you to regularly check our website for the latest information and updates on certification options and changes.
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I have more questions.
Please see the Standalone Exam FAQ in our Help Center.
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