Undergraduate Certificate in Cyber Practitioner Preparation

Location: Online

Total Credit Hours: 19

Next Session Start: January 11, 2027

The Undergraduate Certificate in Cyber Practitioner Preparation is an academic certificate that allows you to earn a credential from a higher education institution while developing critical skills in the cybersecurity field. This certification is ideal for those who wish to grow their expertise in the areas of protective technology implementation, network analysis and vulnerability assessment. You will also be aligning yourself with excellence, as Regent was named a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD) for our B.S. in Cybersecurity by the National Security Agency (NSA). This certificate program integrates the curriculum and training of the NSA/DHS designated cybersecurity degree program and is taught by Regent University’s seasoned Engineering & Computer Science faculty. Designed with the needs of the 21st century student in mind, it is both online and asynchronous, allowing you to pursue it anytime, anywhere. This program integrates Regent’s multimillion-dollar cyber range for practical skill development.

Prepare yourself with this certificate by:

Developing skills in networking and telecommunication fundamentals through study of concepts, models, standards and protocols in the context of various facets of cybersecurity.
Receiving instruction on the installation, configuration and administration of Linux operations systems to maximize security for networks.
Gaining hands-on experience in principle implementation, threat analysis and response, and investigation of incidents in cybersecurity.

Regent University’s Undergraduate Certificate in Cyber Practitioner Preparation is for those who want to get ahead with new credentials. Whether you are seeking development in your professional career or are continuing your education, Regent’s certificate programs will give you the advantage of an education from America’s premier Christian university.

If you wish to learn more about this program, please complete the Request Information form on this page.

Featured Courses

Table listing featured courses with course code, name, and credit hours.
Code	Name	Credits
Code: CSCI 201	Introduction to Computer Science	Credits: 3	Terms and concepts in Computer Science. Topics include a review of algorithms, elementary data structures, program design, and programming utilizing a block structured programming language.
Code: ISYS 204	Introduction to Information Systems	Credits: 3	Computer systems, networks, databases, intellectual property, computer security, artificial intelligence, legal and ethical considerations, codes of conduct, privacy, computer crimes, and the future of computing and the Internet and their relationship to the business world.
Code: ISYS 205	Linux System Administration	Credits: 3	Focuses instruction on the installation, configuration, and administration of the Linux operating system and emphasizes the use of Linux with the maximization of security in mind for a network client. Prerequisite: ISYS 204.
Code: ISYS 214	Introduction to Programming	Credits: 4	Introduces programming fundamentals. Use of algorithms and computer logic to translate data into information through structured design, coding, testing, and program debugging, writing programs in high-level, object-oriented language.
Code: ISYS 324	Network & Telecommunication Concepts	Credits: 3	Students gain in-depth knowledge of networking and telecommunications fundamentals including LANs, MANs, WANs, intranets, the Internet, and the WWW. Attention to data communication and telecommunication concepts, models, standards, and protocols in the context of installation, 110 configuration, systems integration, and management of infrastructure technologies. Prerequisites: Sophomore standing and CSCI 201 or ISYS 204.

Students should refer to their catalog or audited degree plan (ADP) for required courses to complete their degree.

Admissions Requirements

1. Complete Your Online Application

Note: If you are unable to complete our application due to a disability, please contact our Admissions Office for assistance.

2. Submit Your Transcripts

Submit your unofficial college transcripts at regent.edu/items. Upon submitting your application, you will receive an email to request for Regent University to attempt to obtain your official transcripts from your U.S. degree-granting institution. International transcripts must be evaluated by a NACES-approved company.

3. Submit your Government-Issued ID

Submit a photo of your government-issued ID to regent.edu/items.

4. International Applicants

Visit the International Students Admissions page for additional admission requirements and to determine if you qualify as an international student.

Note: All items submitted as part of the application process become the property of Regent University and cannot be returned.

Tuition & Fees

2026-27 Tuition Rates

Undergraduate Certificate	Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour	Average Credit Hours Per Semester	Average Tuition Per Semester
Advertising & Marketing	$250	12	$3,000
Biblical Studies	$250	12	$3,000
Business	$250	12	$3,000
Christian Ministry	$250	12	$3,000
Communication	$250	12	$3,000
Computer Science	$250	12	$3,000
Counseling	$250	12	$3,000
Criminal Justice	$250	12	$3,000
Cybersecurity	$250	12	$3,000
Finance	$250	12	$3,000
Government	$250	12	$3,000
Healthcare Studies	$250	12	$3,000
Human Resources	$250	12	$3,000
Information Systems	$250	12	$3,000
International Relations	$250	12	$3,000
Leadership Studies	$250	12	$3,000
Psychology	$250	12	$3,000

Student Fees Per Semester

University Services Fee (On-Campus Students)	$900 (Fall & Spring) $750 (Summer)
University Services Fee (Online Students)	$750

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*Rates are subject to change at any time.

Note: Eligible students may use their VA benefits to cover the cost of their undergraduate certificate. Learn more about benefits and discounts for military students.

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