Kaplan University

Kaplan Continuing Education (KCE) welcomes students to select their online professional studies, career education and a way to take up global opportunities which enables them to have a fruitful career. Everything depends on Kaplan, Inc.'s 70 years of experience in education and test preparation classes. Those elements comprise what is generally known as the "Kaplan Advantage."

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At KCE, we try to make the process of continuing education as painless as possible for everyone involved, from students on up. Students get the support they need throughout the program from our experienced Admissions and Academic Advisors.

Find out the ways in which the online career education programs at KCE can help you get a foothold in the industries and professions today's globalized world relies upon. Pick from online certificate coursework in competitive fields such as business, finance, health care, and information technology.

Get the foundation that you need to get the professional certification that you want. Start the next chapter in your life now. Seize the opportunity of The Kaplan Advantage by calling today.

KCE offers comprehensive courses of study in 3 of the top worldwide industries today, namely, business & finance, health care, and information technology (IT).

Comparing the available programs and researching the relevance of each industry can help you find the right program to fit your career goals.

Kaplan Continuing Education's certification online allows for career and continuing education advancement at an affordable price. You can budget your time and finances successfully with cost-effective payment options that are simple.

We do our best to make starting and completing each certificate course as simple as possible. The programs can be finished in a year or less.

For your convenience, you can pay your online learning tuition in four ways: personal check, money order, bank card, or credit card. Eligible people can receive flexible continued monthly payment plans and different loans. You might need to provide a down payment before you enroll in the program.

Information Technology Certificates

Recently there has been even more demand for IT professionals. At KCE, we understand that it is imperative to become proficient in next-level applications in order to stay at the forefront of the booming IT industry. Information technology certificate programs from Kaplan Continuing Education are designed to help students improve their technical skills, while enhancing their careers in the industry.

KCE presents certificates in the advanced programs of systems engineering, systems administration and information security. By honing skills in these areas, you can show IT employers that you possess the knowledge and ability that you need to be an end maintenance professional for trusted systems.

IT specialization is more than just a career in IT. Any company that uses technology will benefit whether it's business, government, or health care. Additional possibilities include International employment opportunities.

Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) Certificate

Because of an increased need for efficiency in business, certified Microsoft Certified Systems Administrators are in high demand. Informed consumers want more and better products at a faster rate. Computer systems must run adequately and the professionals using them must be knowledgeable and comfortable with the information to remain competitive.

KCE's Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) Certificate program provides the training necessary to execute, administer and maintain the Microsoft computing environment. It is possible for a student to learn, successfully implement, and troubleshoot system environments working on Microsoft Windows operating system that enables you to maintain a complex and typical computing environment involved in medium to large sized companies.

Microsoft certified systems administrators are in demand in all kinds of organizations, from small companies to high profile global corporations. Microsoft-certified systems administrators are in ever-increasing demand in this globalized world with new technologies and greater requests by customers. Microsoft certifications are very attractive for prospective employers, and today, are often necessary to advance in your IT career.

Microsoft certified systems administrators can make, on average, $46,170 a year with one to four years of experience. Those with 10 to 19 years of experience are able to earn up to 69,617 a year as Microsoft certified systems administrators.

Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) Certificate

Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer students will learn about the planning, implementation, maintenance, and support of information systems, and will find themselves embarking on a lucrative career path. Those with backgrounds in systems engineering, technical support, system analysis, network analysis and technical consulting will benefit from earning this certificate. A credential known as The Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) is considered to be used for the demonstration of the skills required to lead organizations engaged in the successful design, implementation, and administration of the most advanced Windows operating system.

This program provides the students the basic foundation required to prepare for the Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer certification exams.

• Initiate by supporting complex networking infrastructures and business applications.
• Plan by identifying problems in infrastructure and design solutions.
• Execute by designing and implementing Windows server solutions and architectures in larger companies.
• Close by precisely resolving all issues in the network, ensuring that organizational goals will be met in an orderly and suitable fashion.

Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) Certificate

Students in our Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist program will learn to support Microsoft Windows, as well as web or distributed applications that use the .NET framework 2.0 and Visual Studio 2005 development. Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) course offers four certification tracks comprising Web applications development, Windows applications development, Distributed applications development, and Windows Vista configuration. Students will learn to target certain technologies and become adept in troubleshooting and debugging.

This course will give the base for students to ready themselves for Microsoft Certified Technical Specialist certification exams by earning the MCPD credential; you will show the abilities required to train individuals and build interactive, data-driven web applications that utilize ASP.NET 2.0 both for intranet and internet uses.

There are three career tracks for you to choose from, and we are determined to help you become an IT professional as quickly as possible:

• Web Development Track
• Windows Application Development Track
• Enterprise Application Development Track

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology: Database

The aim of this online degree program is to prepare a student for career development in the areas of visual arts and information technology. Graduates from this program will be able to design e-media products and solve hardware and software problems in their selected area of emphasis.

If he/she is interested in starting or having a progressive technology career, or is just trying to gain entry-level employment in a field that requires a bachelor's degree, then a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology program is expected to assist him/her in meeting the career objectives.

Program Highlights

In addition to learning to design, evaluate, and implement systems based on IT methodology, students will also learn to communicate effectively and apply core techniques in a professional manner.

You will also learn how to:

• Analyze technical resolutions and come up with verbal and written solutions for users and groups.
• Learn to evaluate practices, products, and trends in order to determine their effectiveness for systems and users.
• Outline how technological and information systems effect business and economics.

What Professional Choices Will be Available?

A bachelor's degree provides the qualifications needed to increase your income potential in today's job market. Information from the United States Census Bureau indicates that people with bachelor degrees make almost twice as much money as people with a high school diploma, and more than 30 percent as much as people with an associate degree make in their lifetime employment.

A world of opportunities opens up for you with this degree program, with which you can pursue careers such as: database administration, information architecture, network management, programming, and web pages development. Graduates will learn the skills in integrated design and technology they need to consult or start their own tech services business. You can target an area of study that best suits your career and educational objectives.