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The Diploma in HIV/AIDS Management is a programme that equips students with knowledge and practical skills in HIV/AIDS prevention, care, treatment, counselling, programme management and community mobilisation. Offered at Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology and Kirinyaga University, the programme prepares students for careers supporting HIV/AIDS response in healthcare facilities, NGOs and community organisations. The curriculum covers HIV/AIDS epidemiology, virology and immunology, HIV prevention strategies, voluntary counselling and testing (VCT), antiretroviral therapy (ART), care and support for people living with HIV, prevention of mother-to-child transmission (PMTCT), HIV and gender, stigma and discrimination, community mobilisation, programme management, monitoring and evaluation, research methods, communication skills and field attachment. Students develop both clinical and community-level HIV management skills. Kenya has made significant progress in HIV response, but sustained efforts are needed to achieve epidemic control, support those living with HIV and prevent new infections. The programme responds to the need for trained personnel who can support HIV testing, treatment, care and community-based interventions across healthcare and community settings. The programme is delivered through lectures, counselling practicum, field visits to HIV programmes, case studies, research projects, group discussions and field attachment. Students gain hands-on experience in VCT, ART support, community mobilisation and HIV programme management through attachment at healthcare facilities, NGOs or community organisations. Graduates pursue careers as HIV counsellors, VCT officers, ART adherence officers, community health workers, HIV programme assistants and peer educators in hospitals, clinics, NGOs and community-based organisations. They can also progress to a Bachelor of Science in Public Health or related degree programmes. Prospective students should have compassion, interest in public health and commitment to supporting people affected by HIV. The programme is suitable for students seeking careers in HIV/AIDS response and community health.

The Diploma in Hairdressing is a TVET CDACC Level 6 qualification that equips learners with advanced competencies in hair care, styling, cutting, colouring, chemical reformation, hair additions, barbering, and salon management. The curriculum covers barbering operations, chemical reformation, hair addition operations, hair cutting, hair setting and styling, hair colouring and lightening, hair piece production, wash and set services, plaiting and braiding, dreadlocking, salon management, and occupational safety and health practices. The programme is accredited by TVET CDACC under the Hairdressing Level 6 qualification (code 101206T4) with 245 credit hours. It is also examined by NITA and KNEC in some institutions. Training combines classroom theory with extensive practical sessions in fully equipped salon training facilities. Trainees work with professional salon equipment including styling chairs, hair dryers, colouring stations, and barbering tools. Graduates find employment in salons, spas, beauty centres, hotels, resorts, film and television production, and fashion events. Many graduates establish their own salons or work as freelance hairdressers for weddings and events. The programme suits KCSE graduates with a mean grade of C- who have an interest in beauty and hair care, as well as Level 5 certificate holders seeking to upgrade. It provides a progression pathway to specialised qualifications in cosmetology, beauty therapy, or salon business management.

The Diploma in Health Counselling is a KUCCPS-listed programme (Health Sciences & Related cluster), offered primarily at the Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC), that trains counsellors specifically for health and medical settings. Students study health counselling theory, HIV/AIDS and chronic illness counselling, patient communication, psychosocial support, and health promotion, building competence to support patients through diagnosis, treatment, and health behaviour change. Skills RequiredHealth CounsellingHIV/AIDS and Chronic Illness CounsellingPatient CommunicationPsychosocial SupportHealth PromotionKey SubjectsHealth Counselling TheoryHIV/AIDS CounsellingChronic Illness CounsellingPatient CommunicationHealth PromotionCertificationsKenya Counselling and Psychological Association (KCPA) MembershipSpecializationsHIV/AIDS CounsellingFocus on testing, treatment adherence, and psychosocial support for HIV/AIDS patients. Chronic Illness CounsellingFocus on supporting patients managing chronic conditions such as diabetes or cancer. Skills RequiredHealth CounsellingHealth PromotionHIV/AIDS and Chronic Illness CounsellingPatient CommunicationPsychosocial SupportKey SubjectsHealth Counselling TheoryHIV/AIDS CounsellingChronic Illness CounsellingPatient CommunicationHealth PromotionResearch MethodsCertificationsKenya National Qualifications Authority (KNQA) CertificationSpecializationsHIV/AIDS CounsellingFocus on testing, treatment adherence, and psychosocial support for HIV/AIDS patients. Chronic Illness CounsellingFocus on supporting patients managing chronic conditions such as diabetes or cancer. Kenya's healthcare system, with its significant HIV/AIDS, chronic disease, and mental health support needs, relies on trained health counsellors integrated into hospitals and health programmes. Training combines classroom health counselling theory with supervised clinical placements, practising patient counselling under supervision in real healthcare settings. Graduates work as health counsellors in hospitals, HIV/AIDS and chronic disease programmes, and public health organisations, with progression into higher diploma or degree-level health promotion and psychology qualifications. The programme suits students who want a healthcare-embedded counselling career, distinct from school-based guidance and counselling or general community counselling.

The Diploma in Health Insurance Management is a KMTC programme that trains professionals in health insurance operations, medical billing, and claims administration. The course covers health insurance policy and practice, medical billing and claims administration, healthcare financing management, health facility operations, and regulatory compliance across three years of study. Students develop competencies in insurance claims processing, medical billing, health policy analysis, healthcare financing, customer service, and health records management. The programme addresses the skills gap created by Kenya's health insurance reforms including the Social Health Authority (SHA) and universal health coverage initiatives. Kenya's evolving health insurance landscape, including NHIF transition to SHA, private health insurance growth, and universal health coverage implementation, has created strong demand for qualified health insurance management professionals. Hospitals, insurance companies, Third-Party Administrators, and government health agencies recruit diploma holders. The programme combines classroom theory with practical exercises in claims processing, medical billing, and insurance administration. Students use health information systems, process insurance claims, and analyse health financing data. Clinical attachments in hospitals and insurance companies provide hands-on experience. Graduates work as health insurance officers, claims processors, medical billing officers, and customer service representatives in hospitals, insurance companies, Third-Party Administrators, and government health departments. The qualification is highly marketable given Kenya's expanding health insurance sector. This programme is suitable for KCSE graduates with a mean grade of C (plain) who are interested in healthcare administration and insurance management careers.

The Diploma in Health Records and Information Management is a degree programme that equips students with knowledge and skills in diploma in health records and information management. The programme falls under the Health Sciences category and typically spans 3 years of full-time study at accredited Kenyan universities. The curriculum covers Health Information Management, Health Informatics, Health Data Governance, Medical Coding, Healthcare Statistics, EHR Management. Students engage with both theoretical foundations and practical applications, developing competencies in Biochemistry, Biology, Clinical Research Management, Disease Surveillance, Epidemiology. The coursework is designed to build progressive understanding from foundational concepts to advanced topics. Throughout the programme, students study Communication Skills, Legal and Ethical Issues in Health Information, Entrepreneurship, Health Records Management, Health Systems and Policy. The teaching approach combines lectures, laboratory practicals, tutorials, assignments and independent research projects. This blend ensures graduates can apply theoretical knowledge to real-world problems in their field. The programme offers specialisations in Health Data Governance, Health Information Management, Health Informatics. Students can focus their studies on areas of particular interest, allowing them to tailor their degree to specific career goals. The flexibility enables graduates to pursue diverse professional paths within the sector. Graduates of the Diploma in Health Records and Information Management pursue careers as Health Informatics Officer, Health Data Officer, Health Records Manager, Health Information Manager. They find employment in various sectors including government agencies, private companies, research institutions, non-governmental organisations and academic institutions. The degree opens doors to both local and international opportunities. The programme is accredited by the Commission for University Education (CUE) and offered at recognised universities across Kenya. Students benefit from industry attachments, fieldwork and practical training that complement classroom learning and enhance employability upon graduation.

The Diploma in Health Records and Information Technology is a three-year KMTC programme examined by KNEC that prepares learners for careers in health information management. The course covers medical records management, health information systems, medical terminology, health statistics, disease classification, and electronic health records. Students develop competencies in patient registration, records filing and retrieval, ICD-10 coding, health data collection and analysis, database management, and computerised health information systems including KenyaEMR and DHIS2. The programme also covers human anatomy, pathology, epidemiology, health systems management, and research methods, ensuring graduates understand both the clinical and technological aspects of health information. Kenya's healthcare sector is undergoing rapid digitalisation, with the government rolling out electronic health records across public health facilities. The Kenya Health Information System, DHIS2 platform, and increasing adoption of digital health tools have created strong demand for qualified health records professionals who can manage patient data accurately and maintain health information systems. The programme combines classroom instruction with computer laboratory practicals, clinical skills demonstrations, and supervised clinical attachment. Students train in KMTC campuses with health information software, practice coding and classification, and undertake clinical placements in hospital records departments. Assessment includes continuous evaluations, written examinations, and clinical competency assessments. Graduates find employment as health records officers, medical records managers, health information technologists, coding specialists, and health data analysts. They work in hospitals, clinics, county health departments, NGOs, health insurance companies, and research institutions. Registration with the Health Records and Information Management Board enhances professional recognition. This programme is ideal for KCSE graduates with a mean grade of C (plain), C- in Mathematics, and D+ in Biology who are detail-oriented, organised, and interested in healthcare and information technology. Proficiency in computer applications and analytical skills are advantageous for success in health records management.

The Diploma in Health Services Support is a KNEC-examined programme that trains individuals in advanced health facility support operations, patient care coordination, and health services management. The programme is accredited by the Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority (TVETA) and examined by the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC). Trainees develop competencies in health facility management support, patient care coordination, infection prevention and control, medical waste management, quality assurance, and health services administration. The curriculum combines theoretical instruction with extensive clinical attachments in healthcare facilities. Kenya's healthcare sector requires trained support personnel to manage facility operations and coordinate patient care services. The programme supports the Ministry of Health's quality improvement initiatives in health facilities. The course is delivered through classroom sessions and supervised clinical practice in hospitals and health centres. Trainees gain hands-on experience in facility management, patient coordination, and health services support operations. Graduates can work as health services coordinators, facility support supervisors, patient care coordinators, or quality assurance assistants in hospitals, clinics, and health centres. The programme provides a foundation for progression to higher-level health management qualifications. This programme is suitable for individuals with a KCSE mean grade of C- (minus) who have a Certificate in Health Services Support or related qualification. It provides advanced skills for health facility support roles.

The Diploma in Health Systems Management is a programme that equips students with knowledge and practical skills in healthcare administration, health systems planning, health policy, healthcare finance management and health information systems. Offered at Africa International University, the programme prepares students for administrative and management roles in healthcare organisations. The curriculum covers healthcare management, health systems and policy, healthcare finance, human resource management in healthcare, health information systems, healthcare quality and safety, health planning and evaluation, healthcare law and ethics, public health, epidemiology, project management, research methods, communication skills and industrial attachment. Students develop both managerial and practical health administration skills. Kenya's healthcare sector is expanding, with growing demand for trained health systems managers who can support healthcare delivery in hospitals, clinics, county health departments and health NGOs. The programme responds to the need for qualified personnel who can manage health systems resources, support healthcare planning and ensure quality service delivery. The programme is delivered through lectures, case studies, field visits, research projects, e-learning via Microsoft Teams, group discussions and industrial attachment. Students gain hands-on experience in healthcare administration, health information management and quality assurance through attachment at hospitals, health departments or health NGOs. Graduates pursue careers as health systems assistants, healthcare administrators, health programme coordinators, health information officers and administrative officers in hospitals, clinics, county health departments, NGOs and international health organisations. They can also progress to a Bachelor of Science in Health Systems Management or related degree programmes. Prospective students should have an interest in healthcare management, public health and health systems. The programme is suitable for students seeking administrative and management careers in the healthcare sector.

The Diploma in Healthcare Support Service is a TVET-CDACC examined programme that trains healthcare support professionals for hospitals, clinics, and care facilities. The course covers patient care, infection prevention and control, first aid, hospital housekeeping, medical terminology, common diseases, health facility organisation, and mortuary techniques across progressive modules. Students develop competencies in patient hygiene assistance, vital signs monitoring, infection control, ward preparation, equipment handling, patient mobility and safety, documentation, and outpatient and inpatient support services. The programme also covers hospital catering, supportive store procedures, and medical-legal ethics. Kenya faces a growing shortage of healthcare workers, with hospitals and clinics across the country experiencing staff gaps as patient numbers rise. This has created urgent demand for trained healthcare support personnel who can assist nurses and doctors, monitor patients, and ensure efficient healthcare facility operations. The programme combines classroom theory with simulation laboratory practicals and clinical attachments. Students practice patient care techniques, infection control procedures, and emergency response in supervised healthcare settings. An industrial attachment in a hospital or healthcare facility provides hands-on clinical experience. Graduates work as healthcare support assistants, patient attendants, ward assistants, and health records assistants in public and private hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, and rehabilitation centres. Some graduates also qualify for international caregiving opportunities. This programme is suitable for KCSE graduates with a mean grade of C- (minus) who are compassionate and interested in healthcare support roles. It provides a direct pathway into Kenya's healthcare sector with opportunities for further specialisation in nursing or clinical medicine.

Highway Engineering Level 6 is a TVET CDACC-accredited diploma programme listed on KUCCPS. It trains highway engineering technologists who plan, design, construct, and maintain road infrastructure including highways, urban roads, and rural access roads. The curriculum covers highway geometric design, pavement materials and testing, road construction methods, highway drainage, traffic engineering, road maintenance, surveying for highways, soil mechanics, and construction project management. The programme combines civil engineering principles with specialised road infrastructure knowledge. Kenya's massive road infrastructure development, including the expansion of the national highway network, urban road projects by KURA and KeNHA, and rural roads under KeRRA, creates sustained demand for qualified highway engineering technologists. Training is offered at the Kenya Institute of Highways and Building Technology (KIHBT), a specialised institution under the State Department of Roads. The programme combines classroom theory with laboratory testing of pavement materials, surveying practicals, and industrial attachment on road construction sites. Graduates work as highway engineering technicians, road construction supervisors, materials testing technicians, and road maintenance officers with road agencies, construction companies, and consulting engineering firms, with progression routes to degree programmes in civil engineering. Skills RequiredHighway Geometric DesignPavement Material TestingRoad Construction SupervisionHighway SurveyingTraffic EngineeringRoad Drainage DesignSoil Mechanics and TestingRoad Maintenance PlanningConstruction Project ManagementQuality Control and AssuranceKey SubjectsHighway Geometric DesignPavement Materials and TestingRoad Construction MethodsHighway Drainage SystemsTraffic Engineering and Road SafetySurveying for HighwaysSoil Mechanics and

The Diploma in Horticultural Nursery Management is a TVET-CDACC examined programme at Level 6 that trains professionals in commercial plant propagation and nursery operations. The course covers mother block establishment, tissue culture seedling hardening, nursery planting media preparation, grafting and budding techniques, vegetable seedling production, potted seedling production, and nursery structure setup across progressive modules. Students develop competencies in plant propagation, nursery infrastructure management, pest and disease control, irrigation techniques, and nursery business management. The programme combines horticultural science with practical nursery production and business skills. Kenya's horticulture sector, a major export earner, along with growing demand for fruit tree seedlings, vegetable seedlings, and ornamental plants, has created opportunities for qualified nursery management professionals. Commercial nurseries, horticultural farms, agricultural companies, and county governments recruit diploma holders. The programme combines classroom theory with extensive practical nursery work including propagation exercises, grafting practice, and nursery structure construction. Students manage nursery operations, produce seedlings, and learn nursery business management. An industrial attachment with a commercial nursery or horticultural farm provides hands-on experience. Graduates work as nursery managers, horticultural consultants, greenhouse supervisors, and plant propagation specialists. Many establish their own commercial nursery businesses serving farmers, landscapers, and institutions. This programme is suitable for KCSE graduates with a mean grade of C- (minus) who are interested in plant production, horticulture, and agricultural entrepreneurship.

The Diploma in Horticulture is a KUCCPS-listed programme (Agricultural Sciences & Related cluster), offered notably at Chuka University, that trains graduates in the production and management of fruits, vegetables, flowers, and ornamental plants. Students study crop production techniques for horticultural crops, greenhouse management, pest and disease control, post-harvest handling, and horticultural marketing, building technical expertise for Kenya's significant horticultural export sector. Skills RequiredHorticultural Crop ProductionGreenhouse ManagementPest and Disease ControlPost-Harvest HandlingHorticultural MarketingKey SubjectsHorticultural Crop ProductionGreenhouse ManagementPest and Disease ControlPost-Harvest TechnologyHorticultural MarketingCertificationsGlobalG.A.P. Certification familiarity (industry standard for export horticulture)SpecializationsFloriculture (Cut Flower Production)Focus on commercial cut-flower production for export. Vegetable and Fruit ProductionFocus on fresh produce production for domestic and export markets. Greenhouse TechnologyFocus on controlled-environment horticultural production. Skills RequiredGreenhouse ManagementHorticultural Crop ProductionHorticultural MarketingPest and Disease ControlPost-Harvest HandlingKey SubjectsHorticultural Crop ProductionGreenhouse ManagementPest and Disease ControlPost-Harvest TechnologyHorticultural MarketingResearch MethodsCertificationsKenya National Qualifications Authority (KNQA) CertificationSpecializationsFloriculture (Cut Flower Production)Focus on commercial cut-flower production for export. Vegetable and Fruit ProductionFocus on fresh produce production for domestic and export markets. Greenhouse TechnologyFocus on controlled-environment horticultural production. Kenya is a major global exporter of cut flowers, fresh vegetables, and fruits, making horticulture one of the country's most economically important and internationally connected agricultural sub-sectors. Training combines classroom horticultural science with extensive farm and greenhouse practicals, plus a supervised industrial attachment on a horticultural farm or export company. Graduates work as horticultural farm managers, greenhouse supervisors, and quality control officers for flower and vegetable export companies, with progression into Bachelor of Science degrees in Horticulture. The programme suits students interested in commercial crop production who want to work in Kenya's globally connected flower and fresh produce export industry.

This Level 5 competency-based programme prepares students to run the technology and field operations of a modern horticultural farm, from nursery and propagation to greenhouse production, irrigation, and post-harvest handling. It focuses on practical, hands-on competencies that make graduates immediately useful on commercial vegetable, fruit, and flower farms. Students learn to establish and manage a plant nursery, propagate horticultural crops, set up and operate a greenhouse, install and run drip irrigation, manage soil fertility and fertigation, control pests and diseases, harvest and handle produce, keep farm records, and operate basic farm machinery and tools. They develop the practical judgement needed to manage day-to-day crop production under supervision. These skills matter because Kenya's horticulture sector, supplying fresh vegetables, fruits, and cut flowers to local and export markets, relies on competent technicians who can operate greenhouses, irrigation systems, and nurseries efficiently. Graduates help improve yields, reduce post-harvest losses, and apply modern production technology that smallholders and commercial farms need to stay competitive. The programme combines practical workshop and farm sessions, greenhouse and nursery demonstrations, fieldwork, and supervised industrial attachment. Assessment is competency-based, with learners judged on demonstrating real skills rather than passing exams alone. Graduates pursue careers as farm technicians, greenhouse and irrigation technicians, nursery operators, and production assistants on commercial farms, in agribusiness firms, and in self-employment. The programme is ideal for practical, hands-on learners who enjoy working with crops and want to enter commercial farming quickly or start a nursery or greenhouse enterprise.

This Level 5 competency-based programme prepares students to produce horticultural crops, vegetables, fruits, and ornamentals for the fresh-produce and export markets. It focuses on the practical competencies of growing crops profitably, from land preparation and planting through to harvest, grading, and marketing. Students learn to prepare land and establish horticultural crops, manage nurseries, apply crop nutrition, control weeds, pests, and diseases, irrigate crops, practise safe use of crop-protection chemicals, harvest at the right maturity, grade and pack produce, and market fruits, vegetables, and flowers. They also keep production records and manage a small horticultural enterprise. These skills matter because horticulture is one of Kenya's most profitable farming sectors, feeding urban markets and supplying Europe and the Gulf with flowers, French beans, avocados, and mangoes. Graduates help farmers raise yields, meet export quality and food-safety standards, and reduce losses. Their work supports incomes, food security, and the foreign exchange Kenya earns from fresh produce. The programme blends classroom teaching, farm and nursery practicals, field visits to commercial farms, and supervised industrial attachment. Assessment is competency-based, with learners judged on demonstrating real production skills. Graduates pursue careers as horticulture production assistants, crop-production technicians, nursery operators, and extension support staff on commercial farms, with agribusiness firms, and in self-employment. The programme is ideal for practical learners who enjoy growing crops and want a fast route into commercial farming or a nursery and fresh-produce business.

The Diploma in Hospitality and Tourism Management is a three-year KNEC-examined programme that prepares learners for supervisory and managerial roles in the hospitality and tourism industry. The course integrates hospitality operations with tourism management, covering food production, accommodation services, tour operations, tourism marketing, and destination management. Students develop competencies in food and beverage production and service, housekeeping and front office operations, tourism economics, tour guiding, travel agency operations, tourism product development, and ecotourism. The programme also includes foreign language training, entrepreneurship education, and research methods, ensuring graduates are well-rounded professionals ready for the dynamic tourism sector. Kenya's tourism industry is a pillar of the national economy, contributing significantly to GDP and employment. The country's diverse attractions, from wildlife reserves to coastal beaches and cultural heritage sites, draw visitors from around the world. Post-pandemic recovery and government initiatives to diversify tourism products have created renewed demand for qualified professionals who can deliver exceptional visitor experiences. The programme combines theoretical instruction with practical training in production kitchens, restaurants, and simulated front office environments. Students undertake industrial attachment in hotels, lodges, tour companies, or travel agencies, gaining real-world experience. The course is delivered through lectures, practical demonstrations, field visits, and project work, with KNEC examinations at each module level. Graduates find employment as hotel supervisors, tour operations managers, travel agency coordinators, tourism officers, guest relations managers, and catering supervisors. They work in hotels, lodges, tour companies, travel agencies, national parks, county tourism departments, and event management companies. Many also establish their own hospitality or tourism enterprises. This programme is ideal for KCSE graduates with a mean grade of C- (minus) who are passionate about hospitality and tourism, enjoy working with people from diverse backgrounds, and aspire to management roles in this vibrant industry. Strong communication skills and a service-oriented attitude are essential.

The Diploma in Hotel Management is a three-year KNEC-examined programme designed to prepare learners for supervisory and managerial roles within the hospitality industry. The course equips students with practical skills in food and beverage production, accommodation operations, front office management, and hospitality accounting, alongside theoretical foundations in tourism marketing, human resource management, and strategic planning. Students develop competencies in menu planning and costing, cost control, hotel information systems, food hygiene and safety, and rooms division management. The programme also exposes learners to at least one foreign language, recognising the multilingual nature of the global hospitality industry and enhancing employability in international hotel chains. Kenya's hospitality sector is a major contributor to the national economy, with tourism being a leading source of foreign exchange. The growing number of international hotel brands entering the Kenyan market has created sustained demand for qualified hospitality professionals who can deliver world-class service standards while understanding local cultural nuances. Teaching methods include lectures, practical demonstrations in production kitchens and restaurants, laboratory sessions, group discussions, and industrial attachment. Students spend at least three months on attachment in a recognised hotel or lodge, applying classroom theory to real-world operations under professional supervision. Graduates find employment as food and beverage supervisors, front office managers, housekeeping managers, restaurant managers, catering officers, and guest relations officers in hotels, lodges, restaurants, cruise ships, and conference centres. Many also pursue entrepreneurial ventures in catering, accommodation, and event management. This programme is ideal for KCSE graduates with a mean grade of C- (minus) who are passionate about service excellence, enjoy working in dynamic multicultural environments, and aspire to leadership roles in the hospitality industry. Prior exposure to home science or business studies is advantageous but not mandatory.

The Diploma in Hotel and Hospitality Management is a degree programme that equips students with knowledge and skills in diploma in hotel and hospitality management. The programme falls under the Hospitality & Tourism category and typically spans 3 years of full-time study at accredited Kenyan universities. The curriculum covers Food & Beverage Service, Food Production, Front Office Operations, Housekeeping, Pastry & Bakery, Tour Guiding. Students engage with both theoretical foundations and practical applications, developing competencies in Baking Technology, Food and Beverage Management, Food and Beverage Service, Food Chemistry, Food Microbiology. The coursework is designed to build progressive understanding from foundational concepts to advanced topics. Throughout the programme, students study Introduction to Hospitality & Tourism, Food & Beverage Service, Food Production & Culinary Arts, Front Office & Accommodation Operations, Hospitality Marketing. The teaching approach combines lectures, laboratory practicals, tutorials, assignments and independent research projects. This blend ensures graduates can apply theoretical knowledge to real-world problems in their field. The programme offers specialisations in Hotel & Restaurant Management, Culinary Arts & Food Production, Tourism & Travel Operations. Students can focus their studies on areas of particular interest, allowing them to tailor their degree to specific career goals. The flexibility enables graduates to pursue diverse professional paths within the sector. Graduates of the Diploma in Hotel and Hospitality Management pursue careers as Chef / Cook, Tour Guide / Travel Consultant, Front Office / Housekeeping Supervisor. They find employment in various sectors including government agencies, private companies, research institutions, non-governmental organisations and academic institutions. The degree opens doors to both local and international opportunities. The programme is accredited by the Commission for University Education (CUE) and offered at recognised universities across Kenya. Students benefit from industry attachments, fieldwork and practical training that complement classroom learning and enhance employability upon graduation.

The Diploma in Housekeeping and Accommodation is a KNEC and TVET-CDACC examined programme that trains professionals in housekeeping operations and accommodation management for the hospitality industry. The course covers housekeeping department organisation, cleaning methods, linen and laundry management, room interiors, safety and security, budgeting, and facility management across progressive modules. Students develop competencies in housekeeping operations, laundry management, guest experience management, front office operations, facility maintenance, and housekeeping administration. The programme covers cleaning equipment and agents, pest control, waste disposal, interior decoration, and quality assurance in hospitality settings. Kenya's tourism sector growth, including new hotel developments, conference facilities, and domestic tourism promotion, has created demand for qualified housekeeping and accommodation professionals. Hotels, lodges, hospitals, educational institutions, and facilities management companies recruit diploma holders. The programme combines classroom theory with practical housekeeping exercises, laundry operations, and room setup demonstrations. Students practice cleaning techniques, linen management, and interior decoration. A supervised industrial attachment in a hotel or hospitality establishment provides hands-on experience. Graduates work as housekeeping supervisors, accommodation officers, laundry supervisors, guest service officers, and facilities assistants in hotels, lodges, hospitals, and educational institutions. Career progression leads to housekeeping manager and executive housekeeper roles with experience. This programme is suitable for KCSE graduates with a mean grade of C- (minus) who are detail-oriented and interested in hospitality and facilities management careers.

The Diploma in Housekeeping Management is a KUCCPS-listed programme (Business & Related cluster) that trains graduates to manage housekeeping and accommodation services in hotels, lodges, and hospitality establishments. Students study cleaning science and standards, laundry and linen management, room and property maintenance, inventory and supply management, and staff supervision, building both technical housekeeping and management competence. Skills RequiredCleaning Science and StandardsLaundry and Linen ManagementRoom and Property MaintenanceInventory ManagementStaff SupervisionKey SubjectsCleaning ScienceLaundry and Linen ManagementRoom and Property MaintenanceInventory and Supply ManagementStaff SupervisionCertificationsKenya National Qualifications Authority (KNQA) RecognitionSpecializationsAccommodation Services ManagementFocus on managing guest rooms and accommodation standards. Laundry and Linen OperationsFocus on managing laundry facilities and linen inventory. Skills RequiredCleaning Science and StandardsInventory ManagementLaundry and Linen ManagementRoom and Property MaintenanceStaff SupervisionKey SubjectsCleaning ScienceLaundry and Linen ManagementRoom and Property MaintenanceInventory and Supply ManagementStaff SupervisionResearch MethodsCertificationsKenya National Qualifications Authority (KNQA) CertificationSpecializationsAccommodation Services ManagementFocus on managing guest rooms and accommodation standards. Laundry and Linen OperationsFocus on managing laundry facilities and linen inventory. Kenya's substantial hotel and safari lodge sector, spanning city hotels to remote tourism properties, requires trained housekeeping supervisors and managers to maintain guest experience standards. Training combines classroom hospitality theory with hands-on housekeeping practicals, plus a supervised industrial attachment in a hotel's housekeeping department. Graduates work as housekeeping supervisors, executive housekeepers, and accommodation services managers in hotels, lodges, and hospitality establishments, with progression into broader hospitality management degrees. The programme suits students interested in hospitality operations who want a specialised route into accommodation services management within Kenya's tourism industry.

The Diploma in Human Biosciences is a programme that equips students with knowledge and practical skills in human biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, microbiology and molecular biology. Offered at Kirinyaga University, the programme prepares students for technical and laboratory careers in healthcare, research institutions, biotechnology companies and the pharmaceutical industry. The curriculum covers human anatomy and physiology, biochemistry, cell biology, microbiology, molecular biology, biotechnology, genetics, immunology, histology, laboratory techniques, biostatistics, research methods, communication skills and industrial attachment. Students choose between a Biochemistry option and a Biotechnology option, developing specialised skills in their chosen area. Kenya's biosciences sector is growing, with increasing demand for laboratory technicians and technologists in hospitals, research institutions, biotechnology companies and quality control laboratories. The programme responds to the need for trained biosciences personnel who can support laboratory operations, research projects and biotechnology applications. The programme is delivered through lectures, laboratory practicals, field visits, research projects, group discussions and industrial attachment. Students gain hands-on experience in laboratory techniques, biochemical analysis, microbiological testing, molecular biology procedures and biotechnology applications through practical sessions and attachment at laboratories, research institutions or biotechnology companies. Graduates pursue careers as laboratory technologists, research assistants, quality control technicians, biotechnology technicians and biosciences assistants in hospitals, research institutions, biotechnology companies, pharmaceutical companies and food processing companies. They can also progress to a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry, Biotechnology or related degree programmes. Prospective students should have interest in biology, chemistry and laboratory work. The programme is suitable for students seeking technical careers in biosciences, healthcare laboratories and biotechnology.

This Level 5 competency-based programme prepares students to support the day-to-day people-management and record-keeping that keeps organisations running. It trains HR clerks and assistants who maintain personnel records, help with recruitment, support payroll, and ensure staff files and statutory requirements are in order. Students learn to maintain HR records and files, support recruitment and onboarding, assist with payroll and benefits, apply basic employment-law requirements, support training and leave administration, handle staff welfare issues, and use HR systems and spreadsheets. They also develop communication, numeracy, digital-literacy, and ethics skills central to reliable, confidential HR support. These skills matter because every employer must keep accurate staff records, pay staff correctly, and meet legal obligations such as contracts, NSSF, NHIF/SHIF, and PAYE. Graduates help organisations stay organised and compliant, reduce payroll errors and disputes, and free up managers to focus on their core work. Their support underpins decent work and smooth operations in businesses, SACCOs, NGOs, and county offices. The programme blends classroom teaching, HR-software and spreadsheet labs, case studies, role-plays, and a supervised industrial attachment with an HR department or office. Assessment is competency-based, with learners judged on demonstrating real HR-support skills. Graduates pursue careers as HR clerks, personnel records clerks, payroll clerks, and HR assistants in businesses, SACCOs, NGOs, and county governments, with progression to higher HR qualifications. The programme is ideal for organised, reliable, people-oriented students who want a fast, practical route into office-based human-resource support roles.

The Diploma in ICT Technician is a TVET-CDACC examined programme at Level 6 that trains technicians in information and communication technology systems, networking, and technical support. The course covers computer hardware, software installation, network configuration, system administration, troubleshooting, and cybersecurity across progressive modules. Students develop competencies in computer systems maintenance, network setup and administration, software installation and configuration, ICT support, and basic programming. The programme reflects employer demand for qualified ICT personnel in Kenya's rapidly evolving technology sector. Kenya's digital transformation, including e-government services, mobile money platforms, and growing tech startup ecosystem, has created strong demand for ICT technicians. Organisations across all sectors including government, banking, healthcare, education, and telecommunications require qualified ICT support personnel. The programme combines classroom theory with extensive laboratory practicals in computer assembly, network configuration, software installation, and system troubleshooting. Students work with routers, switches, servers, and various operating systems. A supervised industrial attachment with an ICT department or service provider provides hands-on workplace experience. Graduates work as ICT support specialists, network technicians, system administrators, and IT officers in organisations across all sectors. Employers include banks, government departments, schools, hospitals, telecom companies, and IT service providers. Many graduates also establish ICT support businesses or cyber cafes. This programme is suitable for KCSE graduates with a mean grade of C- (minus) who have aptitude in computing and technology and are interested in ICT technical support and networking careers.

Industrial Automation Technology Level 6 is a TVET CDACC-accredited diploma programme listed on KUCCPS under the Engineering, Technology and Related cluster. It trains technologists who install, maintain, and operate industrial automation systems including programmable logic controllers (PLCs), distributed control systems, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, electrical drives, and industrial robots. The curriculum was developed by TVET CDACC under the CBET framework and covers eight modules. Topics include industrial automation and robotic systems operation, product quality maintenance, digital literacy, engineering mathematics, electrical systems installation, standalone control systems, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, engineering mechanics, electrical and electronics principles, electrical drives, computer-aided drawing, PLC installation and maintenance, distributed control systems, and industrial robotic system installation. Kenya's manufacturing sector is modernising with increasing adoption of automation technologies. Industrial parks, food processing plants, cement factories, and beverage companies are investing in automated production lines, creating demand for qualified automation technologists. Training combines classroom theory with extensive laboratory practicals using industrial automation equipment. Students work with PLCs, sensors, actuators, pneumatic trainers, and robotic arms. A minimum of 480 hours of industrial training is required, either distributed across units or completed after all coursework. Graduates work as automation technicians, PLC programmers, control systems maintenance technicians, and robotics installation technicians in manufacturing, food processing, cement, and beverage industries, with progression routes to degree programmes in electrical or mechatronics engineering. Skills RequiredPLC Programming and InstallationIndustrial Robotic Systems OperationPneumatic and Hydraulic Systems MaintenanceElectrical Drives InstallationDistributed Control SystemsSCADA and HMI ConfigurationSensor and Actuator IntegrationComputer-Aided DrawingIndustrial Automation TroubleshootingProduct Quality MaintenanceKey SubjectsIndustrial Automation and Robotic Systems OperationProgrammable Logic Controllers (PLCs)Pneumatic and Hydraulic SystemsElectrical Drives and Motor ControlDistributed Control SystemsIndustrial Robotic System

The Diploma in Information Communication Technology (ICT) Level 6 is a TVET CDACC qualification that equips trainees with competencies to support, install, operate, and maintain ICT systems and applications. The curriculum covers computer essentials, computer operations, network setup and design, computer repair and maintenance, computer software installation, computer programming principles, database systems, system analysis and design, website application development, ICT security management, and desktop application development. The programme is accredited by TVET CDACC under qualification code 061006T4 and leads to the Kenya National TVET Certificate in ICT Technician Level 6. Some institutions also offer a KNEC-examined variant under the same name. Training combines classroom theory with extensive laboratory practicals and industrial attachment. Trainees work with real computer hardware, networking equipment, and software development tools, ensuring hands-on competency aligned with industry needs. Graduates find employment across all sectors of Kenya's economy, as every organisation requires ICT support. Major employers include banks, telecommunications companies, government agencies, NGOs, schools, and technology firms. The programme suits KCSE graduates with a mean grade of C- who have an interest in computers and technology, as well as certificate holders in ICT seeking to upgrade to diploma level. It provides a progression pathway to degree programmes in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related fields.