Security and Testing

Our IT Academy offers a wide range of security and testing courses that cover essential topics such as network security, information security, cybersecurity, incident response, troubleshooting, and customer support. You will learn how to identify and mitigate security threats, implement security measures, and provide technical support to users. Our courses offer a balance of theoretical and practical expertise that can help you flourish in the fast-paced and ever-evolving field of IT.

Choose from our available courses:

Short courses and industry certifications

  • Automated Testing with Selenium
  • Certified in Cybersecurity (CC)
  • Certified Information Security Manager® (CISM®)
  • Certified Information Systems Auditor® (CISA®)
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
  • Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP)
  • Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate (CBROPS)
  • Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Security
  • CompTIA CASP+ (Advanced Security Practitioner)
  • CompTIA CySA+ (Cybersecurity Analyst )
  • CompTIA PenTest+
  • CompTIA Security+
  • CompTIA Bundle
  • CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+ and Security Bundle
  • Ethical Hacker
  • ISTQB® Foundation Level Agile Tester (CTFL-AT)
  • ISTQB® Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL)
  • Microsoft 365: Admin Expert
  • Microsoft 365: Endpoint Administrator
  • Microsoft 365: Fundamentals (MS-900)
  • Microsoft Bundle
  • Network Security Specialist to CloudOps Security Architect
  • Penetration Tester to SecOps Engineer
  • Security Analyst to Security Architect
  • Security Bundle
  • Software Tester to DevOps Tester
  • System Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)
  • Technical Bundle

National qualifications

  • Further Education and Training Certificate: Information Technology: Technical Support (SAQA ID: 78964)
  • National Certificate: Information Technology: Systems Support (SAQA ID: 48573)

Choose Optimi College

Optimi College is a private registered college that offers over 150 accredited qualifications and short courses for adult learners. Since 2007, Optimi College has assisted thousands of students to complete their studies and achieve their educational goals. We pride ourselves in offering accessible and affordable education for anyone – from adult matric certificates to top quality industry-recognised diplomas and internationally recognised IT certifications.

Our reputation

We are a fully accredited and well-established college with years of experience in training and upskilling students from all walks of life.

Our affordability

We structure our course fees in such a manner that it remains affordable and accessible to students, with interest-free monthly instalments.

Our registration dates

Course registration is open all year round which means you can start your studies at any time; no need to wait to get the education you deserve!


What your peers say

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professional service – Nancy
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supportive and understanding.
Always ready and happy
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helpful… textbook is great
and easy to work with.”

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