Centre for Tourism Training and Research (TR)
A public technical and vocational college in Nairobi, Kenya, offering engineering and business courses.
- County
- Nairobi
- Established
- 2020
- Students
- 800
- Employment rate
- 85%
The institution
Who they are, how big, and how they rank.
About
The Centre for Tourism Training and Research (CTTR) was established in 1998 as a specialized TVET institution under the Ministry of Tourism and Wildlife. Its mission is to produce skilled professionals who drive Kenya's tourism sector, a key pillar of the economy.
The The institution offers diploma and certificate programmes in tourism management, travel operations, hotel management, and ecotourism, blending classroom theory with hands-on training at partner lodges and tour companies. As a TVETA-accredited and KNQA-recognized institution, CTTR plays a vital role in equipping youth for careers in hospitality, tour guiding, and event management, contributing to Kenya's goal of becoming a top African travel destination.
In 2026, CTTR continues to adapt to market trends by integrating digital marketing and sustainable tourism practices into its curriculum.
The numbers
- Annual fees
- Ksh 80,000 to Ksh 150,000
- Student to staff
- 1:18
- Mode of study
- Full-time
- Scholarships
- Offered
- Mentor institution
- Kabete National Polytechnic
Research
The college focuses on competency based training research, with emphasis on hospitality & tourism management skills for nairobi county economy.
Accredited by
- TVETA
- Kenya National Qualifications Authority
What they teach
Faculties, departments and the programmes on offer.
Intakes
- January
- May
- September
Departments
4 listed- Hospitality & Tourism Management
- Food & Beverage Production
- Travel & Tour Operations
- Business Studies
Courses offered
17 listed- Diploma in Management Studies
- Certificate in Management
- Diploma in Hospitality Management
- Certificate in Catering and Accommodation
- Diploma in Food and Beverage Management
- Certificate in Food and Beverage Production
- Artisan in Food and Beverage
- Diploma in Tourism Management
- Certificate in Tourism and Tour Guiding
- Diploma in Travel and Tourism
- Certificate in Tour Guiding
- Diploma in Business Management
- Certificate in Business Management
- Diploma in Human Resource Management
- Certificate in Supply Chain Management
- Diploma in Accountancy
- Certificate in Accounting
Campus and beyond
Where you would be, and who they are connected to.
On campus
- Well-stocked library with digital resource centre for trainees
- Computer Laboratories with internet access for ICT training
- Sports Facilities including football pitch and athletics grounds
- Student Accommodation with modern equipment for practical training
- Dining Hall with modern equipment for practical training
- Science Laboratories with modern equipment for practical training
Notable alumni
- Graduates working as travel professionals across Nairobi County
- Alumni contributing to travel industries and enterprises in Nairobi
International partnerships
4 institutions- TVETA (Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority)
- KNEC (Kenya National Examinations Council)
- CDACC (Curriculum Development Assessment and Certification Council)
- Ministry of Education
Further reading
Entry marks, intakes and fees at Centre for Tourism Training and Research are restated each year. Save it and the app keeps this version, so you can see what changed when it does.