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CISSEFL Certificate

Certified Information Systems Solutions Expert, Foundation Level

Certified Information Systems Solutions Expert, Foundation Level (CISSEFL) is a 4-month certificate course in KASNEB, studied online, examined by KASNEB. The full fee is KES 36,000. It is offered by Finstock Evarsity College, a TVETA-accredited college in Nairobi, Kenya. The fee can be paid in a lump sum or in 3 instalments of KES 12,000.

Overview

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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Quick answers

How much does Certified Information Systems Solutions Expert, Foundation Level cost?

The full fee for Certified Information Systems Solutions Expert, Foundation Level at Finstock Evarsity College is KES 36,000, made up of registration (KES 1,000), administration (KES 7,500), internal exams (KES 7,500) and tuition (KES 20,000).

Can I pay for Certified Information Systems Solutions Expert, Foundation Level in instalments?

Yes. You can pay the KES 36,000 fee for Certified Information Systems Solutions Expert, Foundation Level in a lump sum or in 3 instalments of KES 12,000.

How long does Certified Information Systems Solutions Expert, Foundation Level take?

Certified Information Systems Solutions Expert, Foundation Level takes 4 months.

Can I study Certified Information Systems Solutions Expert, Foundation Level online?

Yes. Certified Information Systems Solutions Expert, Foundation Level is studied online, so you can take it from anywhere.

What qualification do I get from Certified Information Systems Solutions Expert, Foundation Level?

Certified Information Systems Solutions Expert, Foundation Level is a certificate course examined by KASNEB: you prepare with Finstock Evarsity College and sit the KASNEB examinations.

When can I start Certified Information Systems Solutions Expert, Foundation Level?

The main intakes are in January, April and September, but there is no fixed deadline: you can start as soon as you have enrolled.

Course details last updated .

What you will study

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

  1. CISSEFLPAPER1 Computing Systems
  2. CISSEFLPAPER2 Information Systems Support And Integration
  3. CISSEFLPAPER3 Communication Skills And Ethics In Information Systems
  4. CISSEFLPAPER4 Computer Information Systems Application
  5. CISSEFLPAPER5 Entrepreneurship And Innovation

Fees

ItemAmount
RegistrationKES 1,000
AdministrationKES 7,500
Internal examsKES 7,500
TuitionKES 20,000
TotalKES 36,000

Paying in instalments

All fees are payable in a lump sum or in instalments. The course runs over one trimester, and each trimester's fee can be paid in 3 instalments.

TrimesterTotal per trimester
Trimester 1KES 36,000 ($ 360)
TotalKES 36,000 ($ 360)

The trimester fee of KES 36,000 ($ 360) is payable in 3 instalments of KES 12,000 ($ 120).

Requirements

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.

Practical requirements

The cost of practicals, internships or industrial requirements is KES 30,000 ($ 300) and only applies to courses that require practicals.

Good to know

  • All Fees are payable in installements, for details check FAQs.
  • Digital (downloadable) certificates are available. Printing and shipping of hardcopy certificate can be done at a cost of KES 2,000 ($ 20).

Instructors

  • RODRICK GARDNER OPONDO
  • MOSES RAPHAEL OGOLA
  • NICODEMUS M. KITUKUTHA

Reviews

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  • MAURICE JUMA ADERO
    Kenya ·

    Rated 5 out of 5

    As a full-time employee, I appreciated how flexible this course was, I could study at my own pace without feeling pressured. The lessons were clear and focused on real-world systems solutions, not just theory. It’s great value for money, and I can already see how it’s helping me apply new skills at work. Highly recommend it for anyone balancing work and study.

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