Lari Technical and Vocational College (LTV3)
A public technical and vocational college in Kiambu, Kenya, offering engineering and business courses.
- County
- Kiambu
- Established
- 2021
- Students
- 1,200
- Employment rate
- 75%
The institution
Who they are, how big, and how they rank.
About
Lari Technical and Vocational College (Lari TVC) was established in 2015 by the Government of Kenya through the Ministry of Education to expand access to technical and vocational education in Kiambu County. Located in Lari Sub-County, the college was part of the national initiative to establish a TVET institution in every constituency, addressing skills gaps and youth unemployment. Its mission is to provide quality, competency-based training that equips learners with practical skills for self-employment and the job market.
The college offers a range of diploma and certificate programmes accredited by TVETA, including engineering (civil, electrical, mechanical), ICT, business studies,.
Accredited by TVETA and KNEC, the institution serves as a key technical training centre for the region, supporting the local economy.
The numbers
- Annual fees
- Ksh 35,000 to Ksh 65,000
- Student to staff
- 1:18
- Mode of study
- Blended
- Scholarships
- Offered
- Mentor institution
- Kiambu Institute of Science and Technology
Research
The college focuses on competency based training research, with emphasis on electrical & electronics skills for kiambu 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
- Cafeteria providing meals and refreshments for trainees
Notable alumni
- Graduates working as electrical professionals across Kiambu County in Uplands
- Alumni contributing to electrical industries and enterprises in Kiambu
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 Lari 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.