Technical and Vocational Education Training, TVET, institutions over 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.
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.
CONTACT INFO:
Postal Address:
P.O. BOX 81220 – 80100, Mombasa, Kenya
Phone:
+254 (0) 712725554 +254 (0) 710389727
Registrar +254 (0) 719431215
Report Corruption
integrity.corruption@kenyacoastpoly.ac.ke
Email:
Website www.mombasatti.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.
Available programs at Kenya Coast National polytechnic
| COURSE TITLE | MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS | ADMISSION TIME | DURATION | EXAM BODY |
| BUSINESS DEPARTMENT COURSES; | ||||
| Artisan courses; | ||||
| Artisan certificate in store keeping | KCPE Certificate | Jan, May, Sep | 1 year | KNEC |
| HIV/ AIDS Counselling | Open | Jan, May, Sep | 2 weeks | KNEC |
| Associate in Procurement and supply | Open | Jan, May, Sep | 6 months | KNEC |
| Life skills | Open | Jan, May, Sep | 4 weeks | KNEC |
| Graphic design/ branding | Open | Jan, May, Sep | 3 months | KNEC |
| Film editing/ photography | Open | Jan, May, Sep | 3 months | KNEC |
| Disaster management | Open | Jan, May, Sep | 3 months | KNEC |
| Foundations in Accountancy | Open | Jan, May, Sep | 6 months | KNEC |
| Certificate courses; | ||||
| Certified Public Accountant(CPA) part 1,2,3 | C+ in KCSE with C+ in Maths and English / Pass in ATD 3 | Jan, May, Sep | 6 months | KNEC |
| Accounting Technician Diploma (ATD) Part 1,2,3 | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | 6 months | KNEC |
| Craft certificate in Human resource management | D plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | 2 years | KNEC |
| Craft certificate in Social work | D plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | 2 years | KNEC |
| Craft certificate inBusiness management | D plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | 2 years | KNEC |
| Craft certificate in Supply chain management | D plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | 2 years | KNEC |
| Craft certificate in Journalism and media | D plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | 2 years | KNEC |
| Certified Credit Professionals (CCP) | C+ in KCSE with C+ in Maths and English/ pass in ATD | Jan, May, Sep | 6 months | V |
| Certified investment and financial Analysts (CIFA) | C+ in KCSE with C+ in Maths and English/ pass in ATD | Jan, May, Sep | 6 months | KNEC |
| Diploma courses; | ||||
| Business management (administration) | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | 3 years | KNEC |
| Social work and community development | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | 3 years | KNEC |
| Supplies chain management | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | 3 years | KNEC |
| Human resource management | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | 3 years | KNEC |
| Sales and marketing | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | 3 years | KNEC |
| Accountancy | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | 3 years | KNEC |
| HOSPITALITY DEPARTMENT COURSES; | ||||
| Artisan courses; | ||||
| Reflexology | Open | Jan, May, Sep | 4 weeks | KNEC |
| Nail technology | Open | Jan, May, Sep | 2 months | KNEC |
| Laundry practice | Open | Jan, May, Sep | 3 months | KNEC |
| Household managers | Open | Jan, May, Sep | 3 months | KNEC |
| Events décor | Open | Jan, May, Sep | 1 year | KNEC |
| Front office | D plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | 1 year | KNEC |
| Dress making and tailoring | Open | Jan, May, Sep | 8 months | KNEC |
| Hair removal, threading and tweezing | Open | Jan, May, Sep | 2 weeks | KNEC |
| Massage | Open | Jan, May, Sep | 3 weeks | KNEC |
| Make up | Open | Jan, May, Sep | 2 weeks | KNEC |
| Manicure and pedicure | Open | Jan, May, Sep | 2 weeks | KNEC |
| Salon management | Open | Jan, May, Sep | 4 weeks | KNEC |
| Weaving and braiding | Open | Jan, May, Sep | 4 weeks | KNEC |
| Hair cutting and barbering | Open | Jan, May, Sep | 4 weeks | KNEC |
| Hair colouring | Open | Jan, May, Sep | 3 weeks | KNEC |
| Chemical and hair relaxing | Open | Jan, May, Sep | 2 weeks | KNEC |
| Shampooing and conditioning | Open | Jan, May, Sep | 2 weeks | KNEC |
| Beauty therapy and hair dressing | Open | Jan, May, Sep | 1 year | KNEC |
| Food and beverage | KCPE Certificate | Jan, May, Sep | 1 year | KNEC |
| Front office | KCPE Certificate | Jan, May, Sep | 1 year | KNEC |
| Dress making | Open | Jan, May, Sep | 6 months | KNEC |
| Professional waiters | Open | Jan, May, Sep | 1 month | KNEC |
| Pastry chefs | Open | Jan, May, Sep | 2 months | KNEC |
| Cake making and decoration | Open | Jan, May, Sep | 3 months | KNEC |
| Food production level 1,2,3 | Open | Jan, May, Sep | 3 months | KNEC |
| Bread making technique | D plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | 3 months | KNEC |
| Event planning management | Open | Jan, May, Sep | 6 months | KNEC |
| Housekeeping technique | Open | Jan, May, Sep | 6 months | KNEC |
| Customer care | Open | Jan, May, Sep | 6 months | KNEC |
| Proficiency in Leisure and recreation operation | KCPE Certificate | Jan, May, Sep | 6 months | KNEC |
| Certificate courses; | ||||
| Craft certificate in front office | D plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | 1 year | KNEC |
| Certificate in styling | Open | Jan, May, Sep | 2 months | KNEC |
| Certificate in advanced hair cutting | Open | Jan, May, Sep | 2 months | KNEC |
| Craft certificate in leisure and recreation operation | D plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | 9 months | KNEC |
| Craft certificate in fashion design and garment making technology | D plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | 2 years | KNEC |
| Craft certificate in tour guiding and travel operation | D plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | 2 years | KNEC |
| Craft certificate in food and beverage | D plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | 2 years | KNEC |
| Diploma courses; | ||||
| Catering and accommodation | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | 3 years | KNEC |
| Food and beverage | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | 3 years | KNEC |
| Fashion design and garment making | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | 3 years | KNEC |
| Tourism management | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | 3 years | KNEC |
| Diploma in Hairdressing | D plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | 8 months | KNEC |
| Diploma in Beauty therapy | D plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | 6 months | KNEC |
| MEDICAL DEPARTMENT COURSES; | ||||
| Proficiency in Computerized Inventory management sy stem for medical and laboratory professionals | Open | Jan, May, Sep | 2 years | KNEC |
| Diploma in Medical laboratory technology | C plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | 3 years | KNEC |
| Diploma in Pharmaceutical technology | C plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | 3 years | KNEC |
| ICT DEPARTMENT COURSES; | ||||
| Certificate courses; | ||||
| Craft certificate in ICT | D plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | 3 months | KNEC |
| CISCO Certified Network Associate (CCNA) | D plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | 3 months | KNEC |
| Computer maintenance and networking | D plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | 3 months | KNEC |
| Mobile application programming | D plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | 3 months | KNEC |
| Computer packages | Open | Jan, May, Sep | 3 months | KNEC |
| Computer applications (ICDL) | Open | Jan, May, Sep | 3 months | KNEC |
| Diploma courses; | ||||
| ICT | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | 2 years | KNEC |
| Information Technology (KASNEB) | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | 2 years | KASNEB |
| ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT COURSES; | ||||
| Artisan courses; | ||||
| Programmable logic controllers | Open | Jan, May, Sep | 6 months | KNEC |
| Solar installation technology | Open | Jan, May, Sep | 6 months | KNEC |
| Electrical fitter | KCPE Certificate | Jan, May, Sep | 6 months | KNEC |
| Electrical installation (wireman) grade 1,2,3 | KCPE Certificate | Jan, May, Sep | 6 months | KNEC |
| Certificate courses; | ||||
| Craft in Electrical installation | D plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | 2 years | KNEC |
| Craft in Telecommunication engineering | D plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | 2 years | KNEC |
| Diploma courses; | ||||
| Telecommunication engineering | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | 3 years | KNEC |
| Electrical engineering | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | 3 years | KNEC |
| BUILDING AND CIVIL ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT COURSES; | ||||
| Artisan and Certificate courses; | ||||
| Carpentry and joinery | KCPE Certificate | Jan, May, Sep | 6 months | KNEC |
| Masonry grade 1,2,3 | KCPE Certificate | Jan, May, Sep | 6 months | KNEC |
| Craft certificate in building technology | D plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | 1 year | KNEC |
| Diploma courses; | ||||
| Civil engineering | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | 3 years | KNEC |
| Building and technology | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | 3 years | KNEC |
| MECHANICAL ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT COURSES; | ||||
| Artisan and certificate courses; | ||||
| Painting | Open | Jan, May, Sep | 2 weeks | KNEC |
| Masonry grade 1,2,3 | KCPE Certificate | Jan, May, Sep | 1 year | KNEC |
| Motor vehicle electric | KCPE Certificate | Jan, May, Sep | 1 year | KNEC |
| General fitter | KCPE Certificate | Jan, May, Sep | 1 year | KNEC |
| Turner grade 1,2,3 | KCPE Certificate | Jan, May, Sep | 1 year | KNEC |
| Carpentry and joinery | KCPE Certificate | Jan, May, Sep | 1 year | KNEC |
| Motor vehicle mechanics grade 1,2,3 | KCPE Certificate | Jan, May, Sep | 1 year | KNEC |
| Refrigeration and air condition grade 1,2,3 | KCPE Certificate | Jan, May, Sep | 1 year | KNEC |
| Welding and fabrication grade 1,2,3 | KCPE Certificate | Jan, May, Sep | 1 year | KNEC |
| Plumbing grade 1,2,3 | KCPE Certificate | Jan, May, Sep | 1 year | KNEC |
| Artisan certificate in Seafarers | KCPE Certificate | Jan, May, Sep | 1 year | KNEC |
| Craft in marine engineering | D plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | 2 years | KNEC |
| Craft certificate in automotive engineering | D plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | 2 years | KNEC |
| Craft certificate in mechanical engineering production | D plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | 2 years | KNEC |
| Diploma courses; | ||||
| Mechanical engineering | C- or craft | Jan, May, Sep | 3 years | KNEC |
| Automotive engineering | C- or Craft | Jan, May, Sep | 3 years | KNEC |
| SECRETARIAL AND LANGUAGES DEPARTMENT COURSES; | ||||
| Keyboarding and document processing | Open | Jan, May, Sep | 3 months | KNEC |
| Secretarial studies (single and group) | D- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | 2 years | KNEC |
| Craft certificate in clerical operations | D plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | 2 years | KNEC |
| Craft certificate in secretarial studies | D plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | 2 years | KNEC |
| Diploma in Secretarial studies | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | 3 years | KNEC |
| APPLIED SCIENCES DEPARTMENT COURSES; | ||||
| Sauces, Jams, Jellies and spreads production | Open | Jan, May, Sep | 6 weeks | KNEC |
| Craft in food science technology | D plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | 2 years | KNEC |
| Craft in Laboratory science technology | D plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | 2 years | KNEC |
| Diploma in food science technology | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | 3 years | KNEC |
| Diploma in Analytical chemistry | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | 3 years | KNEC |
| Diploma in Applied biology | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | 3 years | KNEC |
| Diploma in Environmental science | C plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | 3 years | KNE |