Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) Courses in Singapore
The Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) certification is one of the best-known entry points into cybersecurity. In Singapore, several training providers run SkillsFuture-funded CEH courses, so eligible locals can pay a fraction of the roughly S$2,725 full fee.
This guide explains what CEH involves and reviews the main CEH training providers in Singapore, with the pros and cons of each. A full comparison table of locations, contacts and websites sits at the end of the article. If you’re new to tech, our guides to Python and data courses and tuition on LessonsGoWhere are a good place to build foundations first.
Fees, funding and course versions change often. Confirm the latest details with each provider before you enrol.
What is the CEH certification?
CEH is a certification from EC-Council that tests your knowledge of how attackers break into systems, so you can defend against them. The current version, CEH v13, covers areas such as reconnaissance, scanning, system hacking, malware, web application attacks and cloud security, and adds AI-related content.
The CEH exam
- Knowledge exam (exam 312-50): 125 multiple-choice questions in 4 hours. The commonly cited passing mark is about 70%, though it can vary slightly by exam form.
- CEH Practical (optional): a 6-hour, hands-on exam with 20 challenges. Passing both exams earns the higher CEH Master credential.
- Where you sit it: at a Pearson VUE test centre or online with remote proctoring.
Eligibility
You can sit the exam in one of two ways. Either complete official EC-Council training, which most Singapore courses provide, or apply with at least two years of documented information security work experience.
Who CEH suits
CEH suits IT support staff, network and system administrators, junior security analysts and career switchers who want a recognised first cybersecurity credential. It is knowledge-focused, so many people pair it with hands-on practice or follow it with more practical certifications.
CEH training providers in Singapore
1. Bridging Minds
Bridging Minds runs a 5-day (36.25-hour) CEH v13 course that prepares you for EC-Council exam 312-50. You can choose full-time over five weekdays in a classroom or virtually, or part-time over five weekends online. The full fee is S$2,725 with GST. After WSG and SSG funding, it drops to S$975 for Singapore Citizens aged 40 and above and S$1,475 for citizens under 40 and PRs. The exam voucher is included in the course fee.
Pros
- Exam voucher included, so there’s no surprise exam cost
- Weekday and weekend schedules
- SkillsFuture Credit and PSEA can offset the remaining fees
Cons
- Weekend classes are virtual only
- Funded fees are higher than some competitors’ published nett fees
2. ITEL
ITEL offers a 5-day, 37.5-hour instructor-led CEH v13 course from its HarbourFront Centre training centre. The full fee is S$2,725 with GST. After funding, eligible learners pay S$817.50, or S$317.50 for Singapore Citizens aged 40 and above and for SME-sponsored staff. SkillsFuture Credit and PSEA can also be used.
Pros
- Among the lowest published nett fees after funding
- In-person classes at a central HarbourFront location
- Funding for both individuals and company-sponsored learners
Cons
- Its course material doesn’t say whether the exam voucher is included
- No public phone number; enquiries go by email or consultant callback
3. Ngee Ann Polytechnic CET
Ngee Ann Polytechnic’s continuing education arm runs EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker as a 40-hour course, with a synchronous e-learning version too. Its SkillsFuture listing shows a full fee of S$2,330, with an estimated payable fee from S$199 after SkillsFuture subsidies and Credit, depending on your eligibility and Credit balance.
Pros
- Polytechnic-run, with a strong IT teaching track record
- Potentially the lowest out-of-pocket cost after subsidies and Credit
- E-learning option available
Cons
- Course dates aren’t always open, so you may need to wait for a run
- Exam voucher inclusion isn’t stated on the listing
4. ST Engineering eServ Training Hub
ST Engineering’s eServ Training Hub runs a Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) v13 course. It covers both exam tracks: the 4-hour, 125-question Knowledge exam and the optional 6-hour Practical for CEH Master. It is eligible for SkillsFuture Credit, PSEA and SWDA funding, with SWDA requiring at least 75% attendance and an in-house assessment.
Pros
- Backed by ST Engineering, a major local engineering and defence group
- Clear guidance on both the Knowledge and Practical exams
- Several funding schemes accepted
Cons
- Course fee and duration aren’t listed on its course page
- Strict attendance rules apply for funded trainees
5. Vertical Institute
Vertical Institute runs a 21-hour Certified Ethical Hacker course, taught online over Zoom in seven 3-hour sessions on weekday evenings or weekends. Eligible Singaporeans and PRs can get up to 70% subsidy, and SkillsFuture Credit, PSEA and UTAP can offset the rest.
Pros
- Flexible evening and weekend classes
- Shorter commitment than a 5-day bootcamp
- Several subsidy options for different age groups
Cons
- Its course page doesn’t state the CEH version or whether the official EC-Council exam is included
- Online only, with no classroom option
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How to choose a CEH course
- Check the version. Make sure the course teaches CEH v13, the current version.
- Confirm the exam voucher. Ask whether the exam fee is included, as it adds a significant cost if not.
- Compare nett fees. Look at the fee after SkillsFuture funding for your age group and residency, not the headline price.
- Pick your format. Classroom classes offer more hands-on help; virtual and weekend runs fit around a job.
- Ask about hands-on labs. Practical lab time helps you prepare for the optional CEH Practical exam.
Funding options
- SkillsFuture course fee funding: most providers here list subsidies of up to 70%, with higher support for Singapore Citizens aged 40 and above.
- SkillsFuture Credit: Singapore Citizens aged 25 and above can offset remaining fees.
- PSEA: younger Singaporeans can use their Post-Secondary Education Account at some providers.
- UTAP: NTUC members can claim back part of their unfunded fees.
- Company sponsorship: SMEs often get the highest funding for staff they send.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need experience to take CEH? No, if you complete official EC-Council training, which removes the two-year work experience requirement. Basic networking knowledge will still help.
How hard is the CEH exam? The knowledge exam has 125 multiple-choice questions in 4 hours, and you need about 70% to pass. Most learners study for several weeks alongside their course.
Is CEH worth it in Singapore? CEH is widely recognised and often listed in cybersecurity job ads, which makes it a useful first credential. Pair it with hands-on skills to stand out. For more courses, visit Schoolbell.sg to see a wider range available for sign up.
CEH course comparison table
| # | Provider | Duration and format | Full fee (incl. GST) | Location | Contact | Website |
| 1 | Bridging Minds | 5 days (36.25 hrs); classroom or virtual, weekday or weekend | S$2,725 (exam voucher included) | Vanguard Campus, 3 Kallang Junction, #04-02, Singapore 339265 | +65 6635 5590, [email protected] | bridgingminds.net |
| 2 | ITEL | 5 days (37.5 hrs); instructor-led | S$2,725 | HarbourFront Centre, 1 Maritime Square, #10-24/25 (Lobby B), Singapore 099253 | [email protected] | itel.com.sg |
| 3 | Ngee Ann Polytechnic CET | 40 hrs; classroom or synchronous e-learning | S$2,330 (before GST) | 535 Clementi Road, Singapore 599489 | 6463 0596, [email protected] | np.edu.sg |
| 4 | ST Engineering eServ Training Hub | See course page | See course page | See course page | Enquiry form on website | eservtraininghub.com |
| 5 | Vertical Institute | 21 hrs; online via Zoom | See course page | Lifelong Learning Institute, 11 Eunos Road 8, #03-02, Singapore 408601 | +65 6950 7023, [email protected] | verticalinstitute.com |