Kipipiri Technical and Vocational College (KTVC)
A public technical and vocational college in Nyandarua, Kenya, offering engineering and business courses.
- County
- Nyandarua
- Established
- 2022
- Students
- 1,500
- Employment rate
- 70%
The institution
Who they are, how big, and how they rank.
About
Kipipiri Technical and Vocational College, located in Nyandarua County, Kenya, was established in 2015 to address the regional demand for skilled labor. The college's mission is to provide quality, affordable technical and vocational education and training (TVET) that empowers students with practical skills for employment and self-reliance.
It offers a diverse range of programs in engineering, ICT, business, and applied sciences, including diploma and certificate courses in mechanical engineering, electrical installation, computer science, accounting, and agriculture. As a public institution under the Ministry of Education, it plays a vital role in Kenya's TVET system, contributing to the government's goal of increasing technical skills among youth to drive industrialization and economic growth.
The college is known for its community engagement and partnerships with local industries for internships and job placements.
The numbers
- Annual fees
- Ksh 50,000 to Ksh 100,000
- 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 software development skills for nyandarua 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- Information Communication Technology
- Computer Studies
- Software Development
- Business Studies
Courses offered
12 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
- Artisan in Welding and Fabrication
- Certificate in Food and Beverage Production
- Diploma in Secretarial Studies and Office Management
- Certificate in Building and Construction
- Diploma in Social Work and Community Development
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
Notable alumni
- Graduates working as business professionals across Nyandarua County
- Alumni contributing to local industries and enterprises in Nyandarua
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 Kipipiri 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.