Our education system has prioritised examinations and assessment scores over comprehensive learning of diverse disciplines.
The devaluing of so-called blue collar jobs in Kenya has become a mentality borne out of a contorted notion of the education’s function in the society.
Further to this, perceptions of boring old machines, dirty greasy overalls and smoke-filled factories have been sustained over time by more than just a rigid education system.
More so, politics of national investments, value placed by corporates on college degrees, prestige bestowed upon white collar jobs, have all greatly contributed to these myths.
This is where TVET authority comes in.
What is TVETA?
The Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority (TVETA) is a corporate body that regulates the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET).
As a state corporation in the Ministry of Education, TVETA was established under the Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority Act in the year 2013.
The authority aims at delivering a labour market relevant and competent workforce through registration, licensing, accreditation and development of institutions, programs, and trainers.
In order for the authority to effectively carry out its functions of regulating, promoting and developing TVET sector, it emphasizes on integrity, professionalism, accountability, public participation, and teamwork as the core values that guide the delivery of its work.
Services offered by TVETA
TVETA offers services such as accreditation of institutions, trainers, managers of institutions and also new programmes.
The authority also ensures that institutions conform and maintain standards of training set by the board in the areas recommended by the authority.
The authority regulates this sector through licensing, registration and accreditation of institutions, programs, and trainers.
The authority is also mandated to conduct assessment and examination of Certificate or Diploma, or any skills, knowledge, and qualifications acquired from any institution, local or foreign, to determine the extent to which it conforms to the established standards and guidelines.
These courses are offered by different institutions that the authority has approved at different levels.
Therefore, if you want to enrol for any of the TVET courses, just contact your nearest institution for inquiries.
Institutions approved by TVETA
The following is a list of the different institutions that have been accredited by the authority to offer the best TVET courses in Kenya.
Aberdare Institute of Business Studies and Catering
Aberdeen College of Accountancy
Academy of Graphic Technology
Achievers College of Professionals
Achievers College of Professionals- Njue Plaza
Achievers School of Professional Studies
ACK Bishop Muge College
ACK Bishop Hannington Institute of Theology and Development Studies
Adept College of Professional Studies
Adex School of Business Studies
Beam International Training Centre
Beacon of Hope Vocational Training Centre
Barut Youth Polytechnic
Bartek Institute Eldama Ravine Campus
Baraka Vocational Training Centre
Bandari College
Catherine McAuley Nursing school-Mater Hospital
Cascade Institute
Bywinnie Beauty Training Institute
Busia Vocational Training Centre
Dominion Farms Training Centre
Diligent Vocational Training College
Dexter International College
Ebusiralo Vocational Training Centre
Eastlands College of Technology East Africa
Institute of Professional Counseling
House of Plenty Vocational Training Centre
Highseas Training Institute of Business And Technology
Institute of Energy Studies and Research
Institute of Advanced Technology Argwings Kodhek Campus
Imani Marianists Maria Training Center
Imani Marianists – Chaminade Training Centre
Ikutha Vocational Training Centre
Jodan College of Technology - Thika
Joan School of Nursing
Kaganda Vocational Training Centre
TVET courses in Kenya
The following is a list of the approved TVET courses in Kenya:
Certificate in Disaster Management
Certificate in Social Work
Certificate in Community Development
Certificate in Business Management
Diploma in Information
Technology Diploma in Business Management
Certificate in Tour Guiding
Diploma in Journalism
Certificate in Electrical Engineering
Certificate in Supply Chain Management
Certificate in CPA
Diploma in Computer Engineering
Certificate in Computer Engineering
Certificate in Food Preparation &Culinary Arts
Diploma in Human Resource Management
Certificate in Human Resource Management
Diploma in Catering and Accommodation
Certificate in Catering and Accommodation
Artisan in Building Technology
Artisan in Fashion design and Garment making
Grade III in Electrical Wireman
Grade III in Tailoring & Dressmaking
Grade III-1 in Masonry
Grade III-1 in Hairdressing
Diploma in Homecare Management
Craft in Homecare Management
Diploma in Kenya Registered Nursing
Trade Test in Motor Vehicle Mechanics
Trade Test in ICT
Diploma in Food Production
Craft in Food Production
Diploma in Food Production, Sales and Service Management
Diploma in Pastry and Bakery
Diploma in Housekeeping
Craft in Food Production, Sales and Service Management
Diploma in Housekeeping and Laundry
Diploma in Tourism Management
Certificate in Media Techniques
Diploma in Media Techniques
Diploma in Psychological Counseling
Craft in Psychological Counseling
Diploma in Animal Health and Production
Diploma in Animal Health and Range Management
Diploma in Leather Technology
Craft in Leather Technology
Craft in Animal Health and Production
Craft in Animal Health and Range Management
Diploma in Insurance Proficiency in Insurance
Craft in Insurance
Craft in Information Technology
Craft in Entrepreneurial Agriculture
Craft in Dairy Management
Craft in Dairy Science and Technology
TVETA contacts
You can get in touch with the Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority through the following contacts;
Location: TelePosta Towers 25th Floor, Wing B, Kenyatta Avenue
Postal Address: P. O. Box 35625 – 00100, Nairobi.
Phone number: +254 20 2392140
Email address: info@tvetauthority.go.ke
TVET website: www.tvetauthority.go.ke
