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Undergraduate Certificate: CISCO Networking

Certificate
Regent University

Looking to advance in data networking? The Certificate of Undergraduate Studies in CISCO Networking can prepare you for the industry recognized CISCO CCNA certification exam. Learn the fundamental principles and operations of computer networks as you enhance your knowledge in the IT field. You can participate in four CISCO academy courses — all designed to train you in data networking. If you want to keep pace in a market of rapidly changing technology, this certificate is for you. Presented from a Christian worldview, coursework is offered online; and exams can be scheduled at Regent's Pearson VUE Testing Center in Virginia Beach.


Program Overview & Guidance
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Program Web Page
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Delivery Mode
In-Person
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Online
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Delivery Mode
Hybrid
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Program Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Considerations for Selecting Degree
Considerations When Selecting Courses

  • Create a schedule for all required courses, pay attention to prerequisites and when courses are offered, complete your first math and English courses in your first year
  • Connect with an advisor at your community college and Regent University within your first year via College Connect
Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses
Doing More With Your Degree
Program Successes & Highlights
Program Credit Requirements
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Credit and Course Requirements for the Program are expected in a future release. Please look above to see if a Transfer Guide is available for this program. If you are a current Virginia Community College student or are planning to start at a Virginia Community College before transferring to this institution and program, please follow the Transfer Guide to plan your courses at the community college.

If you wish to see how your credits may apply, you can:
  • Contact the institution where a staff member can help you map your credits to the requirements for this program.
  • View the program requirements listed in the institution's catalog.
If you are interested in the cost of attending this institution, please visit the institution's cost page to review costs
Applicable Admissions Agreements
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The table below lists admissions agreements between Regent University and partner institutions that may guarantee admission to this program if you meet the required criteria. Click on the title name of the agreement to view a summary of those criteria.

Institution Name Type Title
Blue Ridge Community College GAA Transfer Agreement with Guaranteed Admission between Regent University and the Virginia Community College System
Central Virginia Community College GAA Transfer Agreement with Guaranteed Admission between Regent University and the Virginia Community College System
Danville Community College GAA Transfer Agreement with Guaranteed Admission between Regent University and the Virginia Community College System
Mountain Gateway Community College GAA Transfer Agreement with Guaranteed Admission between Regent University and the Virginia Community College System
Eastern Shore Community College GAA Transfer Agreement with Guaranteed Admission between Regent University and the Virginia Community College System
Germanna Community College GAA Transfer Agreement with Guaranteed Admission between Regent University and the Virginia Community College System
J Sargeant Reynolds Community College GAA Transfer Agreement with Guaranteed Admission between Regent University and the Virginia Community College System
Brightpoint Community College GAA Transfer Agreement with Guaranteed Admission between Regent University and the Virginia Community College System
Laurel Ridge Community College GAA Transfer Agreement with Guaranteed Admission between Regent University and the Virginia Community College System
Mountain Empire Community College GAA Transfer Agreement with Guaranteed Admission between Regent University and the Virginia Community College System
New River Community College GAA Transfer Agreement with Guaranteed Admission between Regent University and the Virginia Community College System
Northern Virginia Community College GAA Transfer Agreement with Guaranteed Admission between Regent University and the Virginia Community College System
Paul D. Camp Community College GAA Transfer Agreement with Guaranteed Admission between Regent University and the Virginia Community College System
Patrick & Henry Community College GAA Transfer Agreement with Guaranteed Admission between Regent University and the Virginia Community College System
Piedmont Virginia Community College GAA Transfer Agreement with Guaranteed Admission between Regent University and the Virginia Community College System
Rappahannock Community College GAA Transfer Agreement with Guaranteed Admission between Regent University and the Virginia Community College System
Southside Virginia Community College GAA Transfer Agreement with Guaranteed Admission between Regent University and the Virginia Community College System
Southwest Virginia Community College GAA Transfer Agreement with Guaranteed Admission between Regent University and the Virginia Community College System
Tidewater Community College GAA Transfer Agreement with Guaranteed Admission between Regent University and the Virginia Community College System
Virginia Peninsula Community College GAA Transfer Agreement with Guaranteed Admission between Regent University and the Virginia Community College System
Virginia Highlands Community College GAA Transfer Agreement with Guaranteed Admission between Regent University and the Virginia Community College System
Virginia Western Community College GAA Transfer Agreement with Guaranteed Admission between Regent University and the Virginia Community College System
Wytheville Community College GAA Transfer Agreement with Guaranteed Admission between Regent University and the Virginia Community College System

You can view the full text of these Agreements in the Resource Center

What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
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Transfer Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Associate Transfer Degree Completion Transfer students with an Associate in Arts (A.A.), Associate of Science (A.S.) or Associate of Arts & Sciences (A.A.S.) degree who meet the minimum requirements for admission will receive transfer credit for all eligible courses subject to normal transfer credit policy. Regent with a qualifying associates will have all general education requirements waived except for Regent-specific foundational courses, general education courses specified by their major or required as prerequisites for courses in their major.

Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School Transfer students with an Associate in Arts (A.A.), Associate of Science (A.S.) or Associate of Arts & Sciences (A.A.S.) degree who meet the minimum requirements for admission will receive transfer credit for all eligible courses subject to normal transfer credit polic. Students with a qualifying associates will have all general education requirements waived except for Regent-specific foundational courses, general education courses specified by their major or required as prerequisites for courses in their major.
Credit for Prior Learning Regent accepts CLEP, AP, IB, DSST, Excelsior Exams, and select Industry Certifications .
Did You Know That...
  • Completing your Associate transfer degree post-high school satisfies all lower division general education requirements and increases the chance of completing your bachelor's degree?
  • Exceeding 3 years or 90 credits at your community college means you may have exhausted your financial aid at that college and have limited your future financial aid at: Regent University
College Level Information
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Transfer Center
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Transfer Admission Application
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Transfer Student Aid
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Number of Transfer Students
2015
Percent of Accepted Transfer Students
51% of transfer students accepted with an average GPA range of 2.5-3.0.
College Fit Guidance What You Need to Know
Is This College Right For Me? Regent University's 13,000 students are studying on its 70-acre campus in Virginia Beach, VA., and online around the world. The university offers associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees from a Christian perspective in 150+ areas of study.
Transfer Student Catalog Year Catalog year is determined by first semester of attendance.
First Year Student Catalog Year Catalog year is determined by first semester of attendance.
Applying for Guaranteed Admissions Students may contact the Office of Admissions directly for questions and direction related to transfer credit.
Where Can This Degree Transfer
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This section displays degrees most closely related to this program and to which you may be able to transfer. So, you can use this list to find the next degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to visit that program page.

Institution Title Degree Award Name Award Level Delivery Mode
Germanna Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in Information SystemsTechAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid, Online
J Sargeant Reynolds Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in Information Systems TechnologyAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Brightpoint Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in Information TechnologyAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Brightpoint Community CollegeAssociate of Science Degree in Information SystemsAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Laurel Ridge Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in Information Systems TechnologyAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearHybrid
New River Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Information TechnologyAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Northern Virginia Community CollegeInformation Systems Technology, A.A.S.AssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online
Northern Virginia Community CollegeInformation Systems Technology: Cloud Computing Specialization, A.A.S.AssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Northern Virginia Community CollegeInformation Technology, A.S.AssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Online
Southside Virginia Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science with a major in Information Systems Technology-NetworkingAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid, Online
Virginia Peninsula Community CollegeAssociate of Science in Information TechnologyAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person
Tidewater Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science - Information Systems Technology (Network Administration)AssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person
Tidewater Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science - Information Systems Technology (Network Infrastructure Specialist)AssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person
Virginia Highlands Community CollegeAssociate in Applied Science Degree in Infor Systems TechAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Virginia Western Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in Information Systems TechnologyAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Virginia Western Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in IST: Cyber Security and Network Administration SpecializationAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Wytheville Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in Information Systems TechnologyAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Wytheville Community CollegeAssociate of Science in Social Sciences Degree Computer Information Systems MajorAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Richard Bland CollegeAssociate of Science-Math/Computer ScienceAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Randolph-Macon CollegeComputer Science (BS)BachelorBachelor of Science4-YearIn-Person
Careers Where This Degree Applies
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O*Net Code Name Description Parent
15-1241.00Computer Network ArchitectsDesign and implement computer and information networks, such as local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), intranets, extranets, and other data communications networks. Perform network modeling, analysis, and planning, including analysis of capacity needs for network infrastructures. May also design network and computer security measures. May research and recommend network and data communications hardware and software.Computer and Mathematical Occupations
15-1231.00Computer Network Support SpecialistsAnalyze, test, troubleshoot, and evaluate existing network systems, such as local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), cloud networks, servers, and other data communications networks. Perform network maintenance to ensure networks operate correctly with minimal interruption.Computer and Mathematical Occupations
25-1021.00Computer Science Teachers, PostsecondaryTeach courses in computer science. May specialize in a field of computer science, such as the design and function of computers or operations and research analysis. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
15-1211.00Computer Systems AnalystsAnalyze science, engineering, business, and other data processing problems to develop and implement solutions to complex applications problems, system administration issues, or network concerns. Perform systems management and integration functions, improve existing computer systems, and review computer system capabilities, workflow, and schedule limitations. May analyze or recommend commercially available software.Computer and Mathematical Occupations
11-3021.00Computer and Information Systems ManagersPlan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as electronic data processing, information systems, systems analysis, and computer programming.Management Occupations
15-1211.01Health Informatics SpecialistsApply knowledge of nursing and informatics to assist in the design, development, and ongoing modification of computerized health care systems. May educate staff and assist in problem solving to promote the implementation of the health care system.Computer and Mathematical Occupations
15-1212.00Information Security AnalystsPlan, implement, upgrade, or monitor security measures for the protection of computer networks and information. Assess system vulnerabilities for security risks and propose and implement risk mitigation strategies. May ensure appropriate security controls are in place that will safeguard digital files and vital electronic infrastructure. May respond to computer security breaches and viruses.Computer and Mathematical Occupations
15-1241.01Telecommunications Engineering SpecialistsDesign or configure wired, wireless, and satellite communications systems for voice, video, and data services. Supervise installation, service, and maintenance.Computer and Mathematical Occupations
Cost To Complete
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This section provides you with a very high-level estimate of your costs and is purely intended as a guide. You should consult the institution via College Connect to get a more detailed estimate based on the totality of your circumstances. The selections below are based on information gathered from your Profile and the estimated costs are calculated based on the 12 credits remaining to be completed

Please select the "Cumulative Months of Service" that determine your Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits.
Estimated Cost for the Plan Name Not Provided at Regent University
These costs are based on an estimated 1 semesters or 0.5 years remaining to complete this degree (assuming a full-time load of 16 hours per semester)
Category Cost Basis Cost (To You) Estimated Benefits Net Cost Notes
Tuition $9,975 Per Semester $9,975 $0 $9,975 Applicable to students taking 12-18 credit hours in the fall or spring semesters. Students taking less than 12 credit hours, more than 18 credits hours, summer courses, or students enrolled completely online will be a charged per credit at the applicable rate as posted on the financial aid website.
Fees
University Services Fee $700 Per Semester $700 0 $700
University Services Fee $850 Per Semester $850 0 $850 Fall and spring semesters only. This fee is reduced to $700 for standard enrollment students during the summer semester.
University Services Fee $700 Per Semester $700 0 $700 Summer semester only.
*Please note that the above estimated costs do not include all Federal, State or other financial aid, grants, scholarships, etc. for which you may qualify. All such aid could substantially reduce these costs.
Other Financial Aid to Pay for College:
  • You may be eligible for additional financial aid from Federal, State, and Local sources. Military education benefits are not considered in determining eligibility for federal financial aid. Everyone is therefore encouraged to apply for federal financial aid by submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), because many will qualify for additional educational funds like Pell Grants, worth over $5,500/yr.