Kandara Technical and Vocational College (KTVTC)
A public technical and vocational college in Murang'a, Kenya, offering engineering and business courses.
- County
- Murang'a
- Established
- 2016
- Students
- 850
- Employment rate
- 72%
The institution
Who they are, how big, and how they rank.
About
Kandara Technical and Vocational College is a public TVET institution located in Kandara, Murang'a County, Kenya. Established in 2015, the college was founded to address the growing demand for skilled labor in the region, particularly in agriculture, engineering, and information technology.
Its mission is to provide accessible, quality technical and vocational education that empowers learners with practical skills for employment and entrepreneurship.
As part of Kenya's TVET ecosystem, The institution plays a vital role in bridging the skills gap, aligning its curriculum with industry needs and government initiatives such as the Big Four Agenda and Vision 2030.
The numbers
- Annual fees
- Ksh 25,000 to Ksh 55,000
- Student to staff
- 1:18
- Mode of study
- Full-time
- Scholarships
- Offered
- Mentor institution
- Nyeri National Polytechnic
Research
The college focuses on competency based training research, with emphasis on food & beverage production skills for murang'a 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
10 listed- Certificate in Electrical Installation
- Diploma in Information Communication Technology
- Artisan in Motor Vehicle Mechanics
- Diploma in Business Management
- Certificate in Plumbing
- Diploma in Agriculture
- Certificate in Fashion Design and Garment Making
- Diploma in Building Technology
- Artisan in Welding and Fabrication
- Certificate in Catering and Accommodation Management
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 business professionals across Murang'a County
- Alumni contributing to local industries and enterprises in Murang'a
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 Kandara 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.