Mathenge Technical Training Institute (MTTI)
A public technical and vocational college in Nyeri, Kenya, offering engineering and business courses.
- County
- Nyeri
- Established
- 1979
- Students
- 1,500
- Employment rate
- 75%
The institution
Who they are, how big, and how they rank.
About
Mathenge Technical Training Institute, established in 2010, is a public TVET institution located in Nyeri County, Kenya. It was founded under the mentorship of the Kenyan government to bridge the skills gap in the region, with a mission to provide accessible, quality technical and vocational education for youth and adults.
The institute offers a range of programmes including Certificate and Diploma courses in Engineering, ICT, Business Studies, and Applied Sciences, tailored to meet the demands of the local and national job market.
The institute is known for its emphasis on hands-on training and partnerships with local industries, enhancing employability among its students.
The numbers
- Annual fees
- Ksh 30,000 to Ksh 60,000
- Student to staff
- 1:18
- Mode of study
- Blended
- Scholarships
- Offered
- Mentor institution
- Nyeri National Polytechnic
Research
The college focuses on competency based training research, with emphasis on business skills for nyeri county economy.
Accredited by
- TVETA
- KNQA
What they teach
Faculties, departments and the programmes on offer.
Intakes
- January
- May
- September
Departments
4 listed- Hospitality & Tourism Management
- Food & Beverage Production
- Travel & Tour Operations
- Business Studies
Courses offered
13 listed- Artisan in Motor Vehicle Mechanics
- Certificate in Electrical Installation
- Certificate in Plumbing
- Certificate in Masonry
- Certificate in Carpentry and Joinery
- Certificate in Fashion Design
- Certificate in Secretarial Studies
- Diploma in Business Management
- Diploma in ICT
- Diploma in Agriculture
- Diploma in Hospitality Management
- Diploma in Human Resource Management
- Diploma in Early Childhood Development and Education
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 Hostels with boarding facilities for trainees
Notable alumni
- Graduates working as food professionals across Nyeri County in Othaya
- Alumni contributing to food industries and enterprises in Nyeri
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 Mathenge Technical Training Institute are restated each year. Save it and the app keeps this version, so you can see what changed when it does.