Kenya offers a variety of short-term courses that can be completed within 6 months or less.

Just so you know, most of these courses are designed to equip you with practical skills that can be applied in various industries.

Also, it is worth noting that you can pursue most of these courses after form(as a form for leaver) or as you still work.

Additionally, as we look at 6 months courses offered in Kenya in this article, we will also look at  the minimum requirement you require to pursue each course as well.

Let’s get started.

6 Months Courses in Kenya including 6 months certificate courses in Kenya

Here are some 6-month courses offered in Kenya, including TVETs courses and other courses, along with their  requirements.

NITA examined 6 months courses in Kenya

To start with, you can take any of these National Industrial Training Authority (NITA) examined courses..

• Dress Making &Tailoring Grade III, II, I
• Dress Making Grade III, II, I
• Tailoring Grade III, II, I
• Hair Dressing Grade III, II, I
• Beauty Therapy Grade III, II, I
• Hair Dressing & Beauty Therapy Grade III, II, I
• Welding & Fabrication Grade III, II, I
• Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Grade III, II, I
• Motor Vehicle Mechanics Grade III, II, I
• Motor Vehicle Electric Grade III, II, I
• Vehicle Panel Beating Grade I, II & III
• Vehicle Spray Painting Grade I, II & III
• General Fitter III, II, I
• Masonry Grade III, II, I
• Carpentry & Joinery Grade III, II, I
• Plumbing, Fitting & Turning Grade III, II, I
• Electrical Installation (Wireman) Grade III, II, I
• Electronic Mechanics Grade III, II, I
• Solar PV Installation Grade I, II & III Trade Test(NITA)

*Each grade takes 6 months

Who offers the above courses?

Check out National Polytechnics and TVET institutes such as Kenya Coast National Polytechnic, Nyeri National Polytechnic, Nairobi Technical Training Institute, and more.

There are many other TVETs offering NITA courses including one near you so pay the nearest one a visit and see if they have NITA courses.

Intakes

Jan/ May /Sep

Shipping and Marine related 6  months courses

• Marine Welding (Level 4)- at Kenya Coast National Polytechnic
• Marine Painting (Level 4)- at Kenya Coast National Polytechnic
• Certificate in Shipping Management- at Kenya Coast National Polytechnic
• Cruise Animation (Level 4)- at Kenya Coast National Polytechnic

CDACC Examined 6 months courses in Kenya

• Hair Dressing & Beauty Therapy (Level 3)
• Certificate of Competency in Manual Arc Welding Level IV (CDACC)
• Certificate of Competency in Lathe Operator Level IV (CDACC)
• of Competency in Api-Culture Technician (Bee-Keeping) Level 5 (CDACC)
• Certificate of Competency in Fashion Design Technology Level 4 (CDACC)

KASNEB 6 Months courses in Kenya

Cert. in Accounts & Management Skills CAMS Level I, II

Requirements: D+

Accounting Technician Diploma Level I, II, III

Requirements: C-

CPA Part I – Foundation Level

Requirements: C+

*Each level takes 6 months

Who offers KASNEB Courses in Kenya?

Various Colleges in Kenya (e.g. Summit Institute of Professionals, Rware College of Accounts, Nakuru Business College, and more)

More courses

Events & Interior Décor

Examples of colleges offering the course: Kenya Coast National Polytechnic

Requirements: Open

Event Planning & Management

Requirements: Open

Examples of colleges offering the course: Kenya Coast National Polytechnic

Certificate in Graphic Design

A good course that teaches you how to create and design visual content using software tools, including Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.

Minimum entry Requirements:

KCSE mean grade D+ or equivalent

Certificate in Web Design and Development

This course equips you with skills on how to design, develop, and maintain websites using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

Minimum entry Requirements:

KCSE mean grade D+ or equivalent

*You can take the above 2 courses in nearly all colleges in Kenya (as long as they teach ICT units..and most do)

Others

Film & Video Production

Offered by: Various Colleges in Kenya (e.g. Kenya Online College)

Requirements: Open

Examiner: Internal/International Certification

Intakes: Twice a year

Commercial Photography

Offered by: Various Colleges in Kenya (e.g. Kenya Online College)

Requirements: Open

Examiner: Internal/International Certification

Intakes: Varies (contact the institutions)

Plant Mechanics Course(Heavy Equipment Mechanics course)

Offered by: Various Colleges in Kenya (e.g. Kilimambogo Plant Operator Training College)

Nurse Aid Course

Offered by: Various Colleges in Kenya (e.g. MacMillan College)

5 month courses at Muraga technical training institute

• Bakery & Cake Decoration
• Detergent Making
• Tie and Dye
• Fabric Printing
• Cookery Skills

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6 months courses in Kenya conclusion

In conclusion, those are some of the 6 months courses offered in Kenya.

Remember, the courses could have ample opportunities if you are seeking to enhance your skills and knowledge in various fields from business and finance to healthcare and technology.

In short, there is a course for everyone to pursue and the courses not only offer valuable insights and practical skills but also create opportunities for career advancement and personal growth, depending on your goals.

Having known that, please note that there are numerous institutions offering these courses in the above 6 month courses list including most TVETS institutions such as Kabete National Polytechnic, or other colleges like KIM and NITA among others and all you have to do is make the right decision of the institution and the course you would like to pursue.

All the best!

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