Langata Technical and Vocational College (LTV2)
A public technical and vocational college in Nairobi, Kenya, offering engineering and business courses.
- County
- Nairobi
- Established
- 2020
- Students
- 2,500
- Employment rate
- 72%
The institution
Who they are, how big, and how they rank.
About
Langata Technical and Vocational College (LTVC), established in 2015 under the Kenya TVET reform agenda, is a public institution located in Langata, Nairobi County. It was founded to bridge the skills gap in technical and vocational education, aligning with Kenya's Vision 2030 and the Big Four Agenda.
The college offers a wide range of diploma, certificate, and artisan programs in engineering, information communication technology (ICT), business studies, hospitality, and applied sciences. LTVC is committed to producing competent, innovative, and entrepreneurial graduates who meet the demands of the modern workforce.
As a key player in Kenya's TVET sector, the college emphasizes hands-on training, industry partnerships, and community engagement. Its strategic location in Nairobi enables students to access diverse industrial attachments and employment opportunities. The institution also runs evening and weekend classes
The numbers
- Annual fees
- Ksh 35,000 to Ksh 120,000
- Student to staff
- 1:18
- Mode of study
- Blended
- Scholarships
- Offered
- Mentor institution
- Kabete National Polytechnic
Research
The college focuses on competency based training research, with emphasis on building & civil skills for nairobi 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
- Wi-Fi Campus with modern equipment for practical training
- Student Lounge with modern equipment for practical training
- Cafeteria providing meals and refreshments for trainees
Notable alumni
- Graduates working as electrical professionals across Nairobi County in Langata
- Alumni contributing to electrical industries and enterprises in Nairobi
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 Langata 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.