Offensive Security Certified Professional

Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP) is an ethical hacking certification offered by Offensive Security that teaches penetration testing methodologies and the use of the tools included with the BackTrack (now succeeded by Kali Linux) Penetration Testing distribution. The OSCP is a hands-on penetration testing certification, requiring holders to successfully attack and penetrate various live machines in a safe lab environment. It is currently one of the few certifications that requires evidence of practical penetration testing skills.