Globally Recognized Credentials
Choose the right certification for your career goals. Compare CompTIA Security+, CEH, CCNA, and CISSP — and prepare with SLAMM’s expert-led courses in Ghana.
Each certification opens different career doors. Choose based on your experience level and career goals.
The industry standard for entry-level cybersecurity certification. Covers threats, attacks, vulnerabilities, architecture, design, implementation, operations, incident response, governance, risk, and compliance.
Covers networking fundamentals, IP services, security fundamentals, automation, and programmability. Essential for understanding the network layer of cybersecurity.
Advanced certification covering penetration testing, attack vectors, vulnerability analysis, and ethical hacking methodologies. Recognized by the U.S. DoD and global employers.
Focuses on Security Operations Center workflows, SIEM tools, log analysis, incident detection, and threat intelligence. Designed for aspiring SOC analysts.
The gold standard for senior cybersecurity professionals. Covers 8 domains including security and risk management, asset security, security architecture, and software development security.
Quick comparison to help you decide which certification aligns with your career path.
| Security+ | CEH | CCNA | CISSP | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Experience Level | No experience required | 2+ years recommended | No experience required | 5+ years required |
| Focus Area | General cybersecurity | Ethical hacking / offensive | Networking & infrastructure | Security management |
| Job Roles | SOC Analyst, Security Specialist | Penetration Tester, Red Team | Network Engineer, NOC Analyst | Security Manager, CISO |
| Avg. Salary (Global) | $70,000 - $90,000 | $80,000 - $110,000 | $60,000 - $85,000 | $110,000 - $150,000 |
| SLAMM Prep Available | Yes — 5-week course | Yes — via cybersecurity program | Yes — 12-week course | Coming soon |
Most cybersecurity professionals follow this progression. Start with Security+, build experience, then specialize.
Start
CompTIA Security+
Month 1-2
Build
CCNA
Month 3-5
Specialize
CEH
Month 6-8
Lead
CISSP
Year 3-5
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