What You’ll Learn
Coaching you through a carefully curated curriculum designed to take you from ‘just curious’ to ‘fully certified’ in cyber security in as few as 12 weeks (full time).
Workflow/Stack
Linux Security, Windows Security and networking models
Programming, Scripting and Tools
Python, proxies & TOR, Bash, Netcat, Nmap and Wireshark
Red Team
Web development security, binary exploitation, cryptography, pentesting, enumeration, Linux privilege escalation, LDAP and DLL Hijacking
Blue Team
Threat modelling (SIEM, IDS/IPS, DLP), incident response, risk management and code auditing
Chapter 0: Pre-Work
Prior to the official start of our bootcamp and live classes, you will be given access to our online platform and our pre-work content. This content is meant to help you review some basics of computer science and programming concepts. Even though the bootcamp will not have started officially, we will be available during this time to work with you on a plan to master these basics. If you are already interested in learning more cyber security-specific concepts, don’t worry. During the pre-work, you will explore the basics of cryptography and historical ciphers.
Fundamentals
- Introduction to Algorithms
- Installing Kali Linux With Virtualbox
Basics in Computer Science
- Introduction to The Command Line
- Version Control With Git And GitHub
Python Fundamentals
- Python Fundamentals
Introduction to Cryptography
- History
- Substitution Cipher
- Vigenre Cipher
- Enigma
Project: An Enigma
- In this project, you will be presented with a cipher text. Using the theoretical knowledge you gained about cryptography and the programming language of your choice, your task is to crack the code and discover the secret message.
Learning Schedule
From Monday to Friday 9:30am to 3:30pm (Eastern Time, ET)
Lecture Session
9:30am - 11:00am (ET)
Lecture Session
11:30am - 01:00pm (ET)
Hands-on Session
02:00pm - 03:30pm (ET)
Our Methodology
Online Live Learning
- At Code Labs Academy, elevate your learning experience with our interactive online live sessions, where you engage directly with instructors and peers in real-time, fostering collaboration and rapid skill development across Canadian and global time zones.
Self Study
- Part Time: 9 hours live learning, 11 hours of self study, total 20 hours per week
- Full Time: 22.5 hours live learning, 17.5 hours of self study, total 40 hours per week
Flipped Classroom Method
- Experience a dynamic learning approach with our flipped classroom method, empowering you to learn actively and engage deeply in our bootcamp curriculum.
Guided Practice
- Engage in an immersive learning experience at our bootcamp, where we focus on active participation, hands-on exercises and portfolio building to ensure a solid foundation for your knowledge.
What You’ll Need
You don’t need any prior qualifications in computer science or programming to join our bootcamp. We assume no prior knowledge and will guide you through the basics in the first few weeks, ensuring you build a strong foundation from the ground up. Whether you're new to the field or looking to redirect or advance your career, our program is designed to get you up to speed quickly and confidently.
- Laptop or Computer: A device capable of running necessary security tools, virtual machines or other software. Minimum requirements: 16GB RAM, 512GB storage (SSD is preferred), Core i5 CPU or above.
- Stable Internet Connection: Reliable internet access for live learning sessions, hands-on labs and assignments.
- Basic Computing Knowledge: Understanding of how computers and operating systems function.
- Basic Web Knowledge: Familiarity with how the web works, including HTTP, HTTPS and web browsers.
- English Proficiency: B1 level with the ability to understand technical materials and communicate effectively, as the bootcamp is conducted in English.
- Commitment to Learning: Willingness to dedicate several hours per week for live learning sessions, assignments and self-study.
Career Services Center
Career Development Workshops
Taster sessions for you and the wider CLA community. Sample what our Career Center offers, meet our Careers Advisor and drop in for a session for those last minute résumé tidies or job search questions.
Personalised Career Counseling Sessions
Structured sessions for identifying your career and upskilling goals and formulating strategies to achieve them through friendly counselling conversations and Career Action Planning.
Mock Interviews
Practise common behavioural and technical interview questions, highlight how you provide what employers are looking for, learn how to talk about your strengths and navigate salary or rate discussions with confidence.
Résumé & Cover Letter Reviews
Get personalised recommendations on your résumé or cover letter, tailored to get the attention of recruiters and hiring managers and help you land interviews in the Canadian and international tech markets.
Job and Internship Round-Up
The newest employment and internship opportunities, hand picked by our career specialists, with a focus on truly entry-level and early-career roles that match your developing skills.
Career Resources Platform Access
Open access to our learning platform’s career service materials, assignments and tech industry resources to help you prepare applications, interviews and networking outreach at your own pace.
Professional Guidance & Networking Events
Meet tech professionals across different industries to get career advice and guidance, as well as the chance to network with other professionals and alumni in our Career Chat events.
Alumni Networking
Connect with classmates and past CLA alumni from Canada and around the world to share relevant content, start insightful discussions and share job openings that might be of interest to fellow graduates.
Why Choose Code Labs Academy?
1-to-1 Career Coaching
Personalised support from career specialists: CV and LinkedIn refresh, mock interviews, and a tech-focused job-search strategy.
Portfolio-Ready Projects
Graduate with a GitHub-ready portfolio of real-world projects—built in class and polished with mentor feedback.
Industry-Driven Curriculum
Curriculum refreshed every quarter to match current hiring needs in AI, cybersecurity, and web development.
Recognised Certificate
Showcase your AZAV-accredited Code Labs Academy certificate on LinkedIn, your CV, and visa applications.