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.
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.
Rift Valley IST Courses;
| COURSE TITLE | MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS | ADMISSION TIME | EXAM BODY |
| HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM STUDIES DEPARTMENT | |||
| Higher Diploma courses; | |||
| Higher National Diploma in Food and Beverage | Pass in Diploma in Food and beverage | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Diploma courses; | |||
| Diploma in clothing technology | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Diploma in food and beverage management | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Diploma in tourism management | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Artisan courses; | |||
| Food and beverage | D plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Garment making | D plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Craft courses; | |||
| Fashion and design | D- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Food and beverage, production and service | D- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| HEALTH AND APPLIED SCIENCES DEPARTMENT COURSES; | |||
| Diploma courses; | |||
| Diploma in Analytical chemistry | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Diploma in applied biology | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Diploma in pharmaceutical technology | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Diploma in medical engineering | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Diploma in Diatetic and nutrition management | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Diploma in medical laboratory technology | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Craft courses; | |||
| Science laboratory technology | D- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| AGRICULTURAL AND MECHANICAL ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT COURSES; | |||
| Diploma courses; | |||
| Diploma in automotive engineering | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Diploma in agricultural engineering | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Diploma in mechanical engineering | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Artisan courses; | |||
| Automotive engineering | D plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Motor vehicle mechanics | D plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Craft courses; | |||
| Motor vehicle mechanics- automotive | D- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| BUILDING AND CIVIL ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT COURSES; | |||
| Diploma courses; | |||
| Diploma in Electrical and electronics engineering- power | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Diploma in Electrical and electronics engineering- telecommunication | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Diploma in Electrical and electronics engineering- Instrumentation | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Diploma in Water technology | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Diploma in civil engineering | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Diploma in architecture | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Diploma in petroleum geoscience | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Artisan courses; | |||
| Artisan in electrical installation | D plain in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Craft courses; | |||
| Electrical and electronics – power option | D- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Electrical and electronics – telecommunication option | D- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Electrical and electronics – electronics option | D- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Carpentry and joinery | D- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Masonry | D- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Plumbing and building services | D- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Petroleum geoscience | D- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND BUSINESS STUDIES DEPARTMENT COURSES; | |||
| Higher Diploma courses; | |||
| Higher Diploma in Human Resource | Pass in Diploma in Human Resource | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Higher Diploma in Secretarial studies | Pass in Diploma in Secretarial studies | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Diploma courses; | |||
| Diploma in Supply chain management | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Diploma in Accountancy | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Diploma in Banking and finance | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Diploma in Marketing | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Diploma in Human resource | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Diploma in cooperative management | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Diploma in Business management | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Diploma in secretarial studies | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Accounting Technician Diploma | C+ in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KASNEB |
| Certificate courses; | |||
| Certificate in secretarial studies | D+ in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| CPA part 1,2 | C+ in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KASNEB |
| Craft courses; | |||
| Banking and finance | D- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Sales and marketing | D- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Supply chain management | D- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Business management | D- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Human resource management | D- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Secretarial studies | D- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| ICT DEPARTMENT COURSES; | |||
| Diploma courses; | |||
| Diploma in information studies | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Diploma in computer studies | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Diploma in ICT | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Certificate courses; | |||
| Information Studies | D+ in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| ICT | D+ in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Computer packages | D+ in KCSE | Part time | KNEC |
| ICDL | D+ in KCSE | Part time | KNEC |
| CISCO | D+ in KCSE | Part time | KNEC |
| Craft courses; | |||
| Information Studies | D- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Information Technology | D- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| LIBERAL STUDIES DEPARTMENT COURSES; | |||
| Diploma courses; | |||
| Diploma in Early childhood development | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Diploma in community development and social work | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Certificate courses; | |||
| Certificate in early childhood development | D+ in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Certificate in community development and social work | D+ in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| AGRICULTURAL EDUCATION AND EXTENSION DEPARTMENT COURSES; | |||
| Diploma courses; | |||
| Diploma in agriculture | C- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Certificate courses; | |||
| General agriculture | D+ in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
| Craft courses; | |||
| General agriculture | D- in KCSE | Jan, May, Sep | KNEC |
Rift Valley IST Contacts;
| Physical location | Nakuru- Njoro road, Nakuru county, Kenya |
| Postal address | P.O. Box 7182- 20100, Nakuru, Kenya. |
| Phone number | 0720668238 |
| Email address | [email protected] |
| Website | https://www.rvist.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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