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Technical and Vocational College

Molo Technical and Vocational College (MTV13)

A public technical and vocational college in Nakuru, Kenya, offering engineering and business courses.

County
Nakuru
Established
2021
Students
1,800
Employment rate
70%

The institution

Who they are, how big, and how they rank.

About

Molo Technical and Vocational College (MTVC) was established in 2014 by the Government of Kenya to provide accessible, quality technical and vocational education in Nakuru County. The college is situated along the Molo-Njoro road, serving a diverse student population from the Rift Valley region and beyond.

MTVC's mission is to equip learners with practical skills and competencies that meet the demands of the modern labor market, fostering self-reliance and entrepreneurship. The institution offers a wide range of programs including Certificate and Diploma courses in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil), Information Communication Technology, Business Studies, Hospitality and Tourism, Applied Sciences, and Agriculture.

As part of Kenya's TVET reform agenda, the college emphasizes hands-on training, industry partnerships, and innovation. MTVC plays a crucial role in bridging the skills gap in Kenya's industrializing economy,

The numbers

Annual fees
Ksh 30,000 to Ksh 60,000
Student to staff
1:18
Mode of study
Blended
Scholarships
Offered
Mentor institution
Nakuru Technical Training Institute

Research

The college focuses on competency based training research, with emphasis on electrical & electronics skills for nakuru 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 Accommodation with modern equipment for practical training
  • Cafeteria providing meals and refreshments for trainees
  • Health Center with modern equipment for practical training

Notable alumni

  • Graduates working as mechanical professionals across Nakuru County in Molo
  • Alumni contributing to mechanical industries and enterprises in Nakuru

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

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