Heroes Technical and Vocational College (HTV)
A public technical and vocational college in Nakuru, Kenya, offering engineering and business courses.
- County
- Nakuru
- Established
- 2018
- Students
- 800
- Employment rate
- 70%
The institution
Who they are, how big, and how they rank.
About
Heroes Technical and Vocational College was established in 2015 with a mission to provide accessible, affordable, and quality technical education to Kenyan youth. Located in Nairobi, the college offers a range of certificate and diploma programs in engineering, ICT, hospitality, and business.
The institution is committed to bridging the skills gap in Kenya by equipping students with practical skills aligned with industry needs.
Its significance lies in empowering marginalized communities and contributing to Kenya's Vision 2030 by developing a competent workforce.
The numbers
- Annual fees
- Ksh 30,000 to Ksh 80,000
- Student to staff
- 1:18
- Mode of study
- Full-time
- Scholarships
- Offered
- Mentor institution
- Nakuru Technical Training Institute
Research
The college focuses on competency based training research, with emphasis on welding & fabrication skills for nakuru 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
- Sports Facilities including football pitch and athletics grounds
- Student Lounge with modern equipment for practical training
- Cafeteria providing meals and refreshments for trainees
Notable alumni
- Graduates working as electrical professionals across Nakuru County in Machakos
- Alumni contributing to electrical industries and enterprises in Nakuru
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 Heroes 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.