Chuka Technical and Vocational College (CTVC)
A public technical and vocational college in Tharaka-Nithi, Kenya, offering engineering and business courses.
- County
- Tharaka-Nithi
- Established
- 1971
- Students
- 3,500
- Employment rate
- 70%
The institution
Who they are, how big, and how they rank.
About
Chuka Technical and Vocational College (CTVC), located in Tharaka Nithi County, was established in 2015 to provide accessible, quality technical and vocational education and training (TVET) to Kenyan youth. The college was founded under the government's initiative to expand TVET opportunities in rural areas and bridge skills gaps in agriculture, construction, and ICT. Its mission is to equip learners with practical competencies for self-employment and the formal job market, aligning with Kenya's Vision 2030 development agenda.
CTVC offers a wide range of diploma, certificate, and craft courses in engineering, information technology, business, applied sciences, and hospitality.
Accredited by TVETA and KNEC, the institution serves as a key technical training centre for the region, supporting the local economy with.
The numbers
- Annual fees
- Ksh 40,000 to Ksh 120,000
- Student to staff
- 1:18
- Mode of study
- Full-time
- Scholarships
- Offered
- Mentor institution
- Meru National Polytechnic
Research
The college focuses on competency based training research, with emphasis on food & beverage production skills for tharaka nithi 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
12 listed- Artisan in Motor Vehicle Mechanics
- Certificate in Electrical Installation
- Certificate in Plumbing
- Certificate in Masonry
- Certificate in Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy
- Diploma in Information Communication Technology
- Diploma in Business Management
- Diploma in Agriculture
- Diploma in Human Resource Management
- Diploma in Supply Chain Management
- Craft Certificate in Fashion Design and Garment Making
- Craft Certificate in Catering and Accommodation Services
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
- Sports Facilities including football pitch and athletics grounds
- Student Center with modern equipment for practical training
- Cafeteria providing meals and refreshments for trainees
Notable alumni
- Graduates working as business professionals across Tharaka-Nithi County
- Alumni contributing to local industries and enterprises in Tharaka-Nithi
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 Chuka 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.