Merti Technical and Vocational College (MTV10)
A public technical and vocational college in Isiolo, Kenya, offering engineering and business courses.
- County
- Isiolo
- Established
- 2022
- Students
- 950
- Employment rate
- 72%
The institution
Who they are, how big, and how they rank.
About
Merti Technical and Vocational College (MTVC) is a public TVET institution located in Merti, Isiolo County, Kenya. Established in 2015 under the Kenya Vision 2030 initiative, the college was created to address the skills gap in the arid and semi-arid regions by providing accessible technical and vocational education. Its mission is to produce competent, innovative, and ethical graduates who can drive socio-economic development in the region and beyond.
MTVC offers a range of diploma and certificate programs in engineering, ICT, business studies, hospitality, and agriculture, with a focus on practical skills and industry attachment.
Accredited by TVETA and KNEC, the institution serves as a key technical training centre for the region, supporting the local economy with skilled graduates.
The numbers
- Annual fees
- Ksh 35,000 to Ksh 75,000
- Student to staff
- 1:18
- Mode of study
- Blended
- Scholarships
- Offered
- Mentor institution
- Isiolo Technical Training Institute
Research
The college focuses on competency based training research, with emphasis on building & civil skills for isiolo 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 Dormitories with modern equipment for practical training
- Cafeteria providing meals and refreshments for trainees
Notable alumni
- Graduates working as engineering professionals across Isiolo County
- Alumni contributing to local industries and enterprises in Isiolo
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 Merti 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.