Langata Technical and Vocational College (LTV2)
A public technical and vocational college in Nairobi, Kenya, offering engineering and business courses.
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
- Student to staff
- 1:18
- Scholarships
- Offered
- Mentor institution
- Kabete National Polytechnic
Research and innovation
Langata Technical and Vocational College conducts applied technical research and skills innovation aligned with the TVET CDACC Competency-Based Education and Training (CBET) framework and Nairobi County development priorities. The institution hosts annual technical trade exhibitions and participates in regional KATTI research fairs, showcasing student and faculty innovations in renewable energy (solar and biogas installations), metal fabrication, agricultural mechanization, electrical building services, and ICT business solutions. Applied research projects collaborate with local informal sector artisans (Jua Kali), county vocational directorates, and community micro-enterprises to deliver practical engineering prototypes and community-level economic solutions.
Accredited by
2 regulatory bodiesWhat 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
27 programmes- Artisan in Electrical Installation
- Artisan in Food and Beverage
- Artisan in Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy
- Artisan in ICT
- Artisan in Masonry
- Artisan in Office Assistance Level Four (TVET-CDACC)
- Artisan in Plumbing
- Artisan in Welding and Fabrication
- Baking Technology Level Four (TVET-CDACC)
- Certificate in Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Also offered
- Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
- Certificate in Mechanical Engineering
- Diploma in Electrical Engineering
- Certificate in Electrical Installation
- Artisan in Electrical Wireman
- Diploma in Electrical and Electronics Engineering
- Certificate in Electronics Engineering
- Certificate in Motor Vehicle Mechanics
- Artisan in Motor Vehicle Mechanics
- Certificate in Building Technology
- Diploma in Civil Engineering
- Certificate in Plumbing
- 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