Chamasiri Technical and Vocational College (CTV)
A public technical and vocational college in Busia, Kenya, offering engineering and business courses.
- County
- Busia
- Established
- 2022
- Students
- 1,800
- Employment rate
- 72%
The institution
Who they are, how big, and how they rank.
About
Chamasiri Technical and Vocational College, established in 2012, is a mid-sized TVET institution located in the Rift Valley region of Kenya. The college was founded to bridge the skills gap in the region's growing industrial and agricultural sectors, offering hands-on training that aligns with Kenya's Vision 2030 development agenda.
Its mission is to equip students with practical, industry-relevant skills to enhance employability and entrepreneurship.
Significant in the Kenyan TVET landscape, The institution actively partners with local industries to provide apprenticeship opportunities and has a dedicated innovation hub that supports student startups.
The numbers
- Annual fees
- Ksh 35,000 to Ksh 85,000
- Student to staff
- 1:18
- Mode of study
- Blended
- Scholarships
- Offered
- Mentor institution
- Sigalagala National Polytechnic
Research
The college focuses on competency based training research, with emphasis on electrical & electronics skills for busia county economy.
Accredited by
- TVETA
- Kenya National Qualifications Authority
What they teach
Faculties, departments and the programmes on offer.
Intakes
- January
- May
- September
Departments
5 listed- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical & Electronics Engineering
- Automotive Engineering
- Building & Civil Engineering
- Welding & Fabrication
Courses offered
17 listed- Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
- Certificate in Mechanical Engineering
- Artisan in Welding and Fabrication
- Diploma in Electrical Engineering
- Certificate in Electrical Installation
- Artisan in Electrical Wireman
- Diploma in Electrical and Electronics Engineering
- Certificate in Electronics Engineering
- Diploma in Automotive Engineering
- Certificate in Motor Vehicle Mechanics
- Artisan in Motor Vehicle Mechanics
- Diploma in Building Technology
- Certificate in Building Technology
- Diploma in Civil Engineering
- Certificate in Plumbing
- Artisan in Masonry
- Certificate in Welding and Fabrication
Campus and beyond
Where you would be, and who they are connected to.
On campus
- Well-stocked library with digital resource centre for trainees
- Engineering Workshops for mechanical and electrical practical training
- Computer Laboratories with internet access for ICT training
- Agricultural Demonstration Farm with modern equipment for practical training
- Sports Facilities including football pitch and athletics grounds
- Student Accommodation with modern equipment for practical training
- Cafeteria providing meals and refreshments for trainees
Notable alumni
- Graduates working as building professionals across Busia County in Malakisi
- Alumni contributing to building industries and enterprises in Busia
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 Chamasiri Technical and Vocational College are restated each year. Save it and the app keeps this version, so you can see what changed when it does.