Kenya school of TVET [All you need to know]

Last updated on March 22nd, 2024 at 04:26 am

Do you intend to enroll in technical trainer education at the Kenya School of TVET?

For the record, the Kenya School of TVET is sole technical trainer training institution in Kenya.

It’s also worth mentioning that KSTVET focuses primarily on TVET trainer education diploma (diploma in technical teacher education) programs.

Now, in this article, you will learn everything you need to know about the Kenya School of TVET, including the courses offered, their fees, and how to apply, among other things.

So keep reading to find out more…

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Kenya School of TVET [All you need to know]

A little bit of history of the Kenya School of TVET (KSTVET)

Kenya School of TVET (formerly known as the Kenya Technical Trainers College-KTTC), is a government institution under the ministry of education, directorate of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET).

KSTVET was founded in 1978 with the primary goal of training technically skilled personnel—to not just teach in technical institutions but also for employment in all sectors of the economy.

Over the years, it has grown in terms of courses and student enrollment. For example, it currently provides diploma-level technical teacher education programs in about ten departments.

With that in mind, let us now look at some other important details about KSTVET:

Kenya School of TVET courses offered

Here are the courses you can take at KSTVET if you want to become a trainer at any of Kenya’s TVET-approved colleges.

Please take note that they are grouped by department.

They are as follows:

Building & Civil Engineering Department

Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Architecture)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Building Technology)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Civil Engineering)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Highway Engineering)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Land Survey)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Water Engineering)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (quantity Survey)

Business Studies Department

Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Accounting)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Business Administration)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Banking & Finance)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Co-operative Management)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Economics)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Entrepreneurship Development)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Human Resource)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Sales & Marketing)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Project Management)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Supply Chain Management)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Secretarial Studies)

Agriculture and Environmental Studies Department

Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Agribusiness Management and Marketing)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Agricultural Extension Education)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Agricultural Economics)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Animal Health)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Horticulture)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Agriculture and Plant Biotechnology)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Entrepreneurial Agriculture)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Environmental Science)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education ((Fisheries & Aquaculture)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (General Agriculture)

Computer Studies Department

Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Computer Studies)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Computer & Mathematics)

Electrical & Electronics Engineering Department

Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Electrical & Electronics Engineering)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Control & Instrumentation)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Medical Engineering)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Power)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Telecommunications)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Electrical Engineering Avionics)

Health & Applied Sciences Department

Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Applied Biology)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Analytical Chemistry)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Bio-chemistry)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Chemical Engineering)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Food Science Technology)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Leather Technology)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Medical Laboratory)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Mathematics & Statistics)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Petroleum & Geoscience Technology)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Public Health)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Physical Sciences)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Pharmaceutical Technology)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Industrial Chemistry)

Hospitality & Institutional Management Department

Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Food & Beverage)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Fashion & Design)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Hairdressing & Beauty Therapy)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Nutrition & Dietetics)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Tourism)

Liberal Studies Department

Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Communication & Media)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Information Studies)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Social Work & Community Development)

Mechanical Engineering Department

Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Automotive Engineering)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Agricultural Engineering)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Aeronautical Engineering)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Medical Engineering)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Mechatronics)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Production Engineering)
Diploma in Technical Trainer Education (Plant Engineering)

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Kenya School of TVET courses requirements

Please keep in mind that in order to be admitted to the Kenya School of TVET, you must have at least a diploma or a professional course such as CPA.

Kenya School of TVET fee structure

The following is the current fee structure for KSTVET’s regular and school-based programs:

Fee structure for regular programs (September and January intake)

TERM	MODE OF DELIVERY	FEE (KSHS.)
Term 1	Face to face	38,458
Term 2	Online	26,139
Term 3	Face to face	34,803
Term 4	Supervised Teaching practice

Fee structure for school-based programs (April intake)

TERM	MODULE	MODE OF DELIVERY	FEE (KSHS.)
Term 1	Module 1	Face-to-face	21,058
Term 1	Module 2	Face-to-face	17,400
Term 2	Module 3	Online	26,139
Term 3	Module 4	Face-to-face	17,402
Term 3	Module 5	Face-to-face	17,401.00
Term 4	Supervised Teaching Practice

Note: It’s important to note that the above fee does not include accommodation or meals, so plan accordingly. Also, you must pay 50% (at least) of the fees for the module fees at the commencement of each
module. The balance is usually due before you sit for your end of Module Exams/tests.

How to pay fees

Please keep in mind that you must pay at least 50% of the module fees at the start of each module and the remaining balance before sitting for the end-of-module exams.

Keeping this in mind, all fees should be deposited into the following bank account:

Bank Name: Cooperative Bank of Kenya Limited

Bank Branch: Gigiri

Account Name: KTTCFEESCOLLECTION

Account Number: 01129070020900

Kenya School of TVET intakes

Intakes for diploma in technical trainer education holiday (school-based) programs are typically held in April, with regular program intakes taking place in January and September of each year.

Kenya School of TVET –How to apply

To apply to KSTVET, download the application form from the KSTVET website here, fill it out, and attach all required documents, including your professional and academic certificates and transcripts, the original receipt for payment of the application fee, and a copy of your National Identity Card.

After that, submit your application to the chief principal of KSTVET.

Remember to deposit the non-refundable application fee of Kshs. 1500 into the following KSTVET bank account before commencing with your application:

Bank account: No.01129070020900

Name of bank: Co-operative Bank

Bank branch: Gigiri branch

Another way to apply would be from the KUCCPS website when the portal opens for applications.

Kenya School of TVET scholarship

Kenya School of TVET usually offers a limited number of full scholarships for the Diploma in Technical Trainer Education, which are available each September.

To be specific, the scholarship covers 100% of the tuition fee, and because it is limited, you should apply as soon as it becomes available to increase your chances of being eligible for the scholarship.

It’s also worth noting that only applicants with a diploma or higher national diploma from a Kenyan TVET institution as well as exemplary performance in their skill areas are to be considered.

Also, remember that if you apply through KUCCPS, you will be eligible for both the government scholarship as well as HELB loans.

Where is Kenya School of TVET located

Kenya school of TVET is located in the Gigiri area of Nairobi along Limuru Road, next to the United Nations Office in Nairobi.

Kenya School of TVET contacts

If you need more information or if have any questions, please contact the school at the following addresses:

Postal address: P. O. Box 44600-00100, Nairobi

Phone no.: 0707 444 222 or 0786 444 600

Email address: info@kstvet.ac.ke

Website: https://www.kttc.ac.ke/

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