Technical and Vocational Education Training, TVET, institutions offer various certificate, diploma and craftsmanship training to students in Kenya. The beauty with TVET training institutions is that they offer flexible entry and fee requirements to students wishing to study in these institutes. TVETs are registered, accredited and regulated by the Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority (TVETA); which is a public corporate agency established under the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Act No. 29 of 2013 to regulate and coordinate training in the country through licensing, registration and accreditation of programs, institutions and trainers.
Section 7 of the Act, 2013 gives the powers and functions of the Authority to regulate and coordinate training; inspect, license and register and accredit training institutions; accredit and inspect programmes and courses; promote access and relevance of training programmes; determine the national technical and vocational training objectives; assure quality and relevance in programmes of training among other functions.
How to get placement
To get a place at a TVET institution, one has to apply via the Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS). The available programmes, institutions, minimum entry requirements and the application procedure are always available on the KUCCPS Student’s Portal accessible through the Placement Service website www.kuccps.ac.ke. KUCCPS sets an application window within which the prospective students can submit their applications. The Entry requirement for all Diploma Courses is a C- and above; D (plain) and above for Certificate while other course categories are open.
Here are links to the most important news portals:
- KCSE Portal
- KUCCPS News Portal
- TSC News Portal
- Universities and Colleges News Portal
- Helb News Porta
- KNEC News Portal
- KSSSA News Portal
- Schools News Portal
- Free Teaching Resources and Revision Materials
Funding
The good news for students joining TVETs is that they can now apply for funding from the Higher Education Loans Board, HELB. They can now get Loans and Bursaries from HELB for their fees payment and upkeep.
Karen TTI for the Deaf Courses;
| COURSE TITLE | MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS | ADMISSION TIME | EXAM BODY |
| AGRICULTURE DEPARTMENT COURSES; | |||
| Certificate in General agriculture | D plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Diploma in Agribusiness | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Diploma in General Agriculture | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Diploma in Agriculture | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT COURSES; | |||
| Artisan certificate in motor vehicle mechanics | D- in KCSE or KCPE Certificate | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Certificate in Motor vehicle mechanics | D plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Diploma in Automotive engineering | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS DEPARTMENT COURSES; | |||
| Artisan certificate in Electrical installation | D- in KCSE or KCPE Certificate | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Certificate in Mobile phone repair | D plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Certificate in Solar PV technology | D plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Certificate in Electrical installation | D plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Diploma in Electrical installation | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Diploma in Electrical and electronic engineering | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| ICT DEPARTMENT COURSES; | |||
| Certificate in computer graphics | D plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Certificate in web design | D plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Diploma in ICT | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Diploma in Graphic design | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Higher diploma in Information technology | Pass in Diploma in Information Technology | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Higher national diploma in Computer science | Pass in Diploma in Computer science | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| INSTITUTIONAL MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT COURSES; | |||
| Diploma in Supply chain management | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Diploma in Community development | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Higher diploma in Catering and accommodation management | Pass in diploma in Catering and accommodation | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Higher diploma in Food and beverage management | Pass in diploma in Food and beverage management | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Higher diploma in Human resource management | Pass in diploma in Human resource management | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Higher diploma in Business administration | Pass in diploma in Business administration | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Higher diploma in Community development | Pass in diploma in Community development | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION DEPARTMENT COURSES; | |||
| Certificate in fabrication and welding | D plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Certificate in Panel beating | D plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Certificate in Spray painting | D plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Certificate in masonry | D plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Diploma in Building technology | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| CARPENTRY AND JOINERY DEPARTMENT COURSES; | |||
| Artisan certificate in Carpentry and joinery | D- in KCSE or KCPE Certificate | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Certificate in woodwork technology | D plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Certificate in carpentry and joinery | D plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| BUSINESS STUDIES AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP DEPARTMENT COURSES; | |||
| Certificate in soap making | D plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Certificate in food and beverage | D plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Craft certificate in Clerical operations | D- in KCSE or KCPE Certificate | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Certificate in Barbering | D plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Diploma in Clerical operations | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Diploma in food and beverage production, service and sales | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Diploma in Catering and accommodation | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| CLOTHING TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT COURSES; | |||
| Certificate in Garment making | D plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| HAIR AND BEAUTY DEPARTMENT COURSES; | |||
| Artisan certificate in Hairdressing and beauty therapy | D- in KCSE or KCPE Certificate | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Certificate in painting and decorating | D plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Certificate in manicure and pedicure | D plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Diploma in Fashion design | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
Karen TTI for the Deaf Contacts;
| Physical location | Karen, Nairobi, Kenya |
| Postal address | P.O. Box 24785- 00502, Nairobi, Kenya |
| Phone number | 0722677859 |
| Email address | info@kttidef.ac.ke |
| Website | www.kttideaf.ac.ke |
HOW TO APPLY FOR TVET BURSARIES FROM HELB
Students pursuing Diploma and Certificate courses in Public universities, university colleges, public national polytechnics and Institutes of Technology and Technical Training institutes country-wide are eligible for this loan and bursary from HELB. Orphans, single parent students and others who come from poor backgrounds will be given priority for the loans and or bursaries.
Required Documents
- Applicants should access and fill the relevant TVET Loan & Bursary Application Form (TLAF) at the HELB website.
- Print TWO copies of the duly filled Loan Application Form.
- Have the TVET Loan Application Form signed and stamped by the Dean of Students/Financial Aid Officers.
- Retain one copy of the duly filled TLAF (Mandatory).
- Drop the TLAF personally at the HELB students Service Centre on the Mezannine One, Anniversary Towers or any of the SELECT Huduma Centers nearest to you.
TVET Institution Application
The TVET Authority accredits institutions and approves managers of institutions and new programmes.
Application Process
- Undertake a business name search from the Registrar of companies via Ecitizen
- Obtain a “letter of no objection” on suitability of the name from TVETA
In order to obtain the letter of no objection, present;
- Reserved business name search
- Invoice for the name search
- Copy of KRA Pin for the Director(s)
- Copy of ID for the Director(s)
- Dully filled and signed BN2 form (Click here to Download)
3. Register the Business name with the office of the Registrar of Companies
4. Download the TVETA application Forms for accreditation of institution, manager, Trainer, approval of programs, foreign institution and checklist here.
5. Submit complete application documents to TVETA offices located at Utalii House 8th Floor.
6. An accreditation officer will check the documents and compute the amount to be paid. (TVETA Gazetted Fees)
7. You will then be required to pay the amount through MPESA or TVETA bank account below.
Payment process
| MPESA Payment | TVETA Bank Account |
|---|---|
| 1. Go to the MPESA menu, 2. Select payment services 3. Choose Pay Bill option 4. Enter 894135 as the business number 5. Enter your full name as the account number 6. Enter the amount 7. Enter your pin and press Ok | A/C Name: Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority A/C No.: 1212502450 Bank: Kenya Commercial Bank Branch: Kipande House |
Acknowledgement
After making payment the applicant will complete a registration form in duplicate as evidence of having submitted their application. An acknowledgement letter will then be sent to the applicant.
Inspection and Assessment
1.The institution will be scheduled for inspection and a Team of assessors will visit and inspect the institution for compliance with set standards. Download the assessment tool here
2.The assessors will prepare an inspection report which will be presented to TVETA Board
Registration and Licensing
1. Resolution of the Board based on evaluation of the inspection report shall be;
i. Approve Registration and Licensing of the institution
ii. Reject the application
iii. Request the Institution to improve within a period of six months
2. The applicant is notified on results of the TVETA Board resolution within 3 months from the date of submission of a fully compliant application documents
3. TVETA will issue training License to qualified institutions and maintain a register of the institutions and programs approved.
Note
TVETA will maintain a register of;
i. Registered and licensed institutions
ii. Ongoing registrations
iii. Institutions recommended for improvement
At this point, the accreditation process is complete, and an institution will be issued with a registration certificate and training license.
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