Tana River Technical and Vocational College (TRTVC)
A public technical and vocational college in Tana River, Kenya, offering engineering and business courses.
- County
- Tana River
- Established
- 2014
- Students
- 800
- Employment rate
- 65%
The institution
Who they are, how big, and how they rank.
About
Founded in 2015, Tana River Technical and Vocational College is a public TVET institution located in Hola, Tana River County in Kenya. Its mission is to provide quality technical and vocational education to empower local youth and support regional development.
The college offers certificate and diploma programs in agriculture, livestock management, building technology, information communication technology, and hospitality. It plays a crucial role in addressing skill gaps in the arid and semi-arid region of Kenya, contributing to the Big Four Agenda and Vision 2030 by equipping graduates with practical skills for employment and entrepreneurship.
The numbers
- Annual fees
- Ksh 35,000 to Ksh 65,000
- Student to staff
- 1:18
- Mode of study
- Blended
- Scholarships
- Offered
- Mentor institution
- Kenya Coast National Polytechnic
Research
The college focuses on competency based training research, with emphasis on hospitality & tourism management skills for tana river county economy.
Accredited by
- TVETA
- Kenya National Qualifications Authority
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
15 listed- Certificate in Electrical Installation
- Diploma in Information Communication Technology
- Artisan in Motor Vehicle Mechanics
- Certificate in Plumbing
- Diploma in Business Management
- Certificate in Welding and Fabrication
- Diploma in Civil Engineering
- Artisan in Carpentry and Joinery
- Certificate in Fashion Design and Garment Making
- Diploma in Supply Chain Management
- Certificate in Agriculture
- Diploma in Hospitality and Tourism Management
- Craft Certificate in Electronics
- Certificate in Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy
- Diploma in Social Work and Community Development
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 business professionals across Tana River County
- Alumni contributing to local industries and enterprises in Tana River
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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