Technical and Vocational Education and Training — building Kenya's skilled workforce for the 21st century economy
The Directorate of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Programmes oversees KU's portfolio of skills-based, industry-aligned vocational training programmes. Operating in alignment with the Kenya National Qualifications Framework (KNQF) and the TVET Act, the directorate equips learners with practical, work-ready competencies that address Kenya's skills development agenda and Vision 2030 objectives.
KU's TVET programmes combine academic rigour with hands-on training, preparing graduates to enter the labour market, launch enterprises or progress to higher academic qualifications.
All programmes are delivered under the TVET Act and regulated by TVETA.
Programmes are mapped to the Kenya National Qualifications Framework Levels 1–6.
Curricula developed with industry partners to ensure market relevance and graduate employability.
KU's TVET directorate oversees skills-based programmes in the following broad areas. Contact the directorate for current programme listings, duration and entry requirements.
Computer applications, web development, data analytics, network administration and digital media production.
Electrical, mechanical, civil, automotive and building technology programmes at certificate and diploma levels.
Food and beverage production, hospitality management, tourism and hotel operations.
Crop production, animal husbandry, food processing and agribusiness enterprise development.
Healthcare support programmes including community health, laboratory technician and pharmacy assistant training.
Bookkeeping, business management, marketing, supply chain and entrepreneurship skills programmes.
Practical skills designed with employers for immediate job readiness
KU's academic standards and infrastructure behind every programme
Clear pathways from TVET to degree programmes at KU
Competitive fees with access to HELB and bursary support
Directorate of TVET Programmes
Kenyatta University Main Campus
P.O. Box 43844-00100
Nairobi, Kenya
