Entry Requirements
- Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examination with an aggregate average of at least grade C+ (C plus) or its equivalent.
- Kenya Advanced Certificate of Education (KACE) with at least TWO Principal passes provided that the applicant has credits in Mathematics and English at Kenya Certificate of Education (KCE) level or equivalent qualifications.
- kasneb technician, diploma or professional examination certificate.
- A degree from a recognised university.
- International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) examination grade C in 6 papers with C in both English and Mathematics.
- Such other certificates or diplomas as may be approved by kasneb.
Duration: 12 Months
Delivery Method: Online
Fee Structure
Full Course Fees | |
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Registration Fee | KES 1,000.00 ($ 10.00) |
Certification Fee | KES 0.00 ($ 0.00) |
Administration Fee | KES 7,500.00 ($ 75.00) |
Internal Exam Fee | KES 7,500.00 ($ 75.00) |
External Exam Fee | KES 0.00 ($ 0.00) |
Examining Body Membership Fee * | KES 0.00 ($ 0.00) |
Tuition Fee | KES 20,000.00 ($ 200.00) |
Fees Totals | KES 36,000.00 ($ 360.00) |
* Examining Body Membership Fee may be payable through us or directly to the Examining Body |
All Fees are payable in lumpusm or in installments, for details see below.
Breakdown per semester,
Trimester | Total Per Trimester |
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Trimester 1 | KES 12,000.00 ($ 120.00) |
Trimester 2 | KES 12,000.00 ($ 120.00) |
Trimester 3 | KES 12,000.00 ($ 120.00) |
Total | KES 36,000.00 ($ 360.00) |
NB: Fees are payable in 3 installments as detailed below:
The trimester fees of KES 12,000.00 ($ 120.00) is payable in 3 installments of KES 4,000.00 ($ 40.00)
Course Requirements
Practical Requirements (where applicable)
For courses that require practicals, a separate fee is chargable (not included in fee structure above) as follows:
- Short courses - KES 5,000
- Certificate courses - KES 7,500
- Diploma courses - KES 10,000
Course Units/Overview
Paper No. 1-Computing Systems
Paper No. 2- Information Systems Support and Integration
Paper No. 3- Communication Skills and Ethics in Information Systems
Paper No. 4-Computer Information Systems Application
Paper No. 5 Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Unit ID | Unit Name |
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CISSEFLPAPER1 | Computing Systems |
CISSEFLPAPER2 | Information Systems Support And Integration |
CISSEFLPAPER3 | Communication Skills And Ethics In Information Systems |
CISSEFLPAPER4 | Computer Information Systems Application |
CISSEFLPAPER5 | Entrepreneurship And Innovation |
Course Description
Course Overview
Certified Information Systems Solutions Expert (CISSE) Foundation level is a KASNEB professional course that is the first part of three levels. It covers five papers. These five papers include:
Paper No. 1-Computing Systems
Paper No. 2- Information Systems Support and Integration
Paper No. 3- Communication Skills and Ethics in Information Systems
Paper No. 4-Computer Information Systems Application
Paper No. 5 Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Finstock Evarsity College offers a 12month online program examined by Finstock Evarsity College. A certificate is issued upon completion of the course. This program aims at preparing you for the CISSE exams prepared externally by KASNEB. After passing the KASNEB exams you will be able to get a CISSE certification.
This course imparts knowledge, skills, values and attitudes to, among other competencies such as:
- Develop information systems solutions for a business
- Design and operationalise database management systems
- Design, configure and trouble shoot computer networks
- Implement ICT projects
- Manage and analyse big data
What is the minimum required grade required to do CISSE FOUNDATIONAL LEVEL?
For you to enroll for the course you should show evidence of being a holder of one of the following minimum qualifications:
- Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examination with an aggregate average of at least grade C+ (C plus) or its equivalent.
- Kenya Advanced Certificate of Education (KACE) with at least TWO Principal passes provided that the applicant has credits in Mathematics and English at Kenya Certificate of Education (KCE) level or equivalent qualifications.
- kasneb technician, diploma or professional examination certificate.
- A degree from a recognised university.
- International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) examination grade C in 6 papers with C in both English and Mathematics.
- Such other certificates or diplomas as may be approved by kasneb.
Mode of Delivery
Finstock Evarsity College offers you an online platform to ease your studies. A student is provided with Home and/or office-based media employing a variety of self-instructional electronic and online self-study materials, such as; written self-instructional study modules, self-tests, cloud-based content, videos of lectures mediated technical learning materials e.g., audiovisual and e-learning materials. We also offer an optional online meeting via zoom and google meet when you need clarification as you study. If the student has questions, they may also contact their lecturer on the platform. Therefore, study time as well as duration is flexible and fits into the student’s convenience.
Career opportunities
This course enables one to become
- System developer
- System programmer
- Network administrator
- ICT consultant and practitioner.
Reasons why you should study this course
Gain knowledge on the basic computing operations.
Learn how to provide systems support and integration services in an organization.
Learn to communicate effectively orally and in writing as well comply with ethical requirements at both personal and professional levels.
Gain knowledge on how to competently use common computer system applications.
Learn how to sustain and grow a business by making use of information communication technology (ICT)
What we offer
Now that you have a better idea of where CISSE can take you—it’s time to start dreaming big. These careers only represent the baseline of the kind of work you can do.
Are you passionate about technology? Do you feel drawn to making big moves in the technology field? Many employers prefer to System developers and programmers, network administrators, system engineers, ICT consultant and practitioner. who possess CISSE certification.
But it all starts with the CISSE course. Get your journey started by enrolling at Finstock Evarsity college and learning more. To register for CISSE Foundation Level click on this link CERTIFIED INFORMATION SYSTEMS SOLUTIONS EXPERT, FOUNDATION LEVEL (CISSEFL) - COURSE REGISTRATION FORM - FINSTOCK EVARSITY COLLEGE
Related resources
We also have resources that you may use as you study for your CISSE and other KASNEB courses. Follow this link KASNEB Resources Archives - Finstock Evarsity Resources to view them
Things to note
A candidate must pass the lower part before ascending to the next part. Pass CISSE foundation level before proceeding to CISSE Intermediate level.
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Course Instructor(s)
Examining Body
KASNEB
FAQs
Q1. How many intakes are there?
There are three intakes in a year as follows:
Cohort |
Name |
Term Period |
Months |
Registration Window |
January Intake |
Trimester 1 |
Jan 1 — Apr 30 |
4 |
Anytime |
May Intake |
Trimester 2 |
May 1 — Aug 31 |
4 |
Anytime |
September Intake |
Trimester 3 |
Sep 1 — Dec 31 |
4 |
Anytime |
Q2. In how many installments can I pay the fees?
Payments can be done in 3 installments as specified in the fee structure.
Q3. When can I sit for the exams?
- Internal exams are activated for students individually.
- External exams (where applicable) are booked one month after you complete the course.
Refer to the external examining body for more details and requirements before seating for their exams.
Q4: Is this college accredited/approved?
Yes. The college is approved under the ministry of education, through TVETA, and also through National Industrial Training Authority (NITA).
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