Rarieda Technical and Vocational College (RTV3)
A public technical and vocational college in Siaya, Kenya, offering engineering and business courses.
- County
- Siaya
- Established
- 2020
- Students
- 750
- Employment rate
- 65%
The institution
Who they are, how big, and how they rank.
About
Rarieda Technical and Vocational College (RTVC) was established in 2015 under the Kenya Vision 2030 initiative to expand access to technical and vocational education in Siaya County. The college is committed to providing competency-based training that equips students with practical skills for self-employment and the job market.
RTVC offers a range of diploma and certificate programs in engineering, information communication technology, business studies, applied sciences, and hospitality. As a key player in Kenya's TVET sector, the college contributes to the government's agenda of bridging the skills gap and reducing youth unemployment by fostering innovation and entrepreneurship.
The numbers
- Annual fees
- Ksh 35,000 to Ksh 65,000
- Student to staff
- 1:18
- Mode of study
- Full-time
- Scholarships
- Offered
- Mentor institution
- Kisumu National Polytechnic
Research
The college focuses on competency based training research, with emphasis on electrical & electronics skills for siaya county economy.
Accredited by
- TVETA
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 Hostels with boarding facilities for trainees
- Cafeteria providing meals and refreshments for trainees
Notable alumni
- Graduates working as building professionals across Siaya County in Nyilima
- Alumni contributing to building industries and enterprises in Siaya
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 Rarieda 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.