Laikipia East Technical and Vocational College (LETV)
A public technical and vocational college in Laikipia, Kenya, offering engineering and business courses.
- County
- Laikipia
- Established
- 2022
- Students
- 1,200
- Employment rate
- 65%
The institution
Who they are, how big, and how they rank.
About
Laikipia East Technical and Vocational College (LETVC) was established in 2012 under the Ministry of Education's initiative to expand access to vocational training in arid and semi-arid regions in Kenya. Located in Laikipia East Constituency, The college's mission is to provide quality, affordable, and relevant technical education that empowers youth and promotes self-reliance.
LETVC offers a diverse range of programs including Diploma and Certificate courses in Information Communication Technology, Electrical Engineering, Building and Construction, Hospitality and Tourism, Agriculture, and Business Management, all aligned with Kenya's Vision.
It serves a diverse student body from The institution
The numbers
- Annual fees
- Ksh 25,000 to Ksh 70,000
- Student to staff
- 1:18
- Mode of study
- Full-time
- Scholarships
- Offered
- Mentor institution
- Laikipia University
Research
The college focuses on competency based training research, with emphasis on mechanical skills for laikipia 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 Common Room with modern equipment for practical training
Notable alumni
- Graduates working as automotive professionals across Laikipia County in Mugunda
- Alumni contributing to automotive industries and enterprises in Laikipia
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 Laikipia East 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.