Kipkabus TVC Courses, Contacts, Fees, Location and How To Apply
List of all accredited Technical and Vocational Colleges (TVC) in Kenya. Read details on their Courses, Contacts, Fees and Location.
Kipkabus Technical and Vocational College (KTVC) is located in Uasin Gishu County, near Kipkabus Trading Center. It was established and officially opened in January 2018. The college was mentored by Rift Valley Technical Training Institute, with construction starting in 2014 and completing in 2017.
The institution is registered with the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Authority and is listed on the KUCCPS website. It is a government TVET institution under the Ministry of Education, State Department for Technical, Vocational Education and Training.
Kipkabus Technical and Vocational College Contacts
To contact Kipkabus Technical and Vocational College (Kipkabus TVC), you can use the following methods: phone: call +254 717 130180, email: send a message to info@ktvc.ac.ke or registry@ktvc.ac.ke, or visit: the college located approximately 40km off the Eldoret-Ainabkoi highway. You can also find more information on their website ktvc.ac.ke.
P.O BOX 10882 – 30100 ELDORET
TEL NO: 0717130180 OR 0794514155.
EMAIL: info@ktvc.ac.ke
WEBSITE: www.ktvc.ac.ke.
Kipkabus Technical and Vocational College Courses offered
Kipkabus Technical and Vocational College (KTVC) offers a variety of courses including diplomas and certificates in areas like building and civil engineering, mechanical engineering, ICT, and business studies. Specifically, they offer Diplomas in Quantity Survey, Architecture, and Mechanical Engineering (Production and Plant options). Additionally, they provide certificate courses in Information Technology, Land Surveying, Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy, Carpentry and Joinery, Plumbing, Building Technology, Masonry, and Welding and Fabrication. They also offer Diploma courses in ICT and Library & Information Studies.
Here’s a more detailed breakdown:
Diploma Courses:
Building and Civil Engineering:
Diploma in Quantity Survey
Diploma in Architecture
Diploma in Civil Engineering
Mechanical Engineering:
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (Production Option)
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (Plant Option)
ICT:
Diploma in Information Communication Technology
Diploma in Computer Studies
Diploma in Library & Information Studies
Certificate Courses:
Building and Construction:
Certificate in Building Technology (Artisan)
Certificate in Masonry (Artisan)
Certificate in Carpentry and Joinery (Artisan)
Other:
Certificate in Information Technology
Certificate in Land Surveying (Craft)
Certificate in Hair Dressing and Beauty Therapy (Artisan)
Certificate in Plumbing (Artisan)
Certificate in Welding and Fabrication
Certificate in Mechanical Engineering
Certificate in Masonry
KTVC also emphasizes entrepreneurial and ICT integrated skills, aiming to provide quality education with a focus on technology for development. They also offer short courses in computer packages, cake baking, and driving school.
Kipkabus Technical and Vocational College Courses offered
Kipkabus Technical and Vocational College Kuccps Approved Courses
The TVC offers the following Courses that are approved by the Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS):
Kipkabus Technical and Vocational College (TVC) Fees Structure
Kipkabus Technical and Vocational College (TVC) Fees Structure
Kipkabus TVC Courses Duration.
TVC (Technical and Vocational College) courses vary in duration, depending on the specific course. Generally, Craft Certificates take 1-2 years, while Diplomas can range from 2-3 years. Some short courses, like welding or baking, may be completed in a few weeks or months.
Examples of course durations:
Craft Certificate:
Building Technology: 1 year 6 months (Module I & II)
Carpentry & Joinery: 2 years
Plumbing: 3 months
Welding & Fabrication: 8 weeks
Diploma:
Building Construction Technology: 3 years
Human Resource Management: 3 years
General Agriculture: 3 years
Automotive Engineering: 3 years
Short Courses:
Welding/Fabrication: 12 weeks
MIG Welding: 8 weeks
TIG Welding: 8 weeks
Cake Baking and Decoration: 2 months
Factors affecting course duration:
Level of the course:Certificates are typically shorter than Diplomas.
Specific trade or field:Different trades may have varying durations.
College or institution:Some institutions may have slightly different program structures.
Intake schedule:Some courses have specific intake periods (e.g., January, May, September).
Applications and placement to the TVC are done through the Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) Portal. To apply for placement through KUCCPS, you need to access the student’s portal on the KUCCPS website and log in using your KCSE index number, year of examination, and password. Once logged in, you can explore available programs and institutions, and then submit your preferred choices. Start your application by clicking on this Kuccps Student Portal Link.
You can also apply directly to the institution for admission.
The Minimum requirements are: C- for diplomas, D+ for craft certificates and E for artisan courses. But, different Courses may have more specific requirements.
Kipkabus Technical and Vocational College Admission Letter.
You can get the admission letter to the TTI by visiting the Kuccps Student Portal, Instituion’s Website and by paying a physical visit to the Tertiary institution. But, the best, quickest and most convenient application method is via the Kuccps portal.
All Technical Training Institute Diploma, Certificate and Artisan Courses Fees
Download the free pdf documents below that have complete details of all TTI Courses and their Fees per year:
The annual tuition fee for TVET courses at many Kenyan Technical and Vocational Colleges (TVCs) is Ksh 67,189. This includes a government capitation of Ksh 30,000 per trainee, leaving a balance of Ksh 26,420 to be paid by the student, which can be paid in installments. Additionally, students may be eligible for a HELB loan of Ksh 40,000. Other potential costs include KUCCPS registration fees, industrial attachment fees, and examination fees.
TVC Fees Structure Per Year.
TECHNICAL AND VOCATIONAL COLLEGE FEES STRUCTURE
GOVERNMENT SCHOLARSHIP AND LOAN FOR TVC STUDENTS.
Following your placement, you are eligible for a Government scholarship, Loan and Bursary to assist with your educational expenses. If you need Government financial support, you MUST make an application for consideration through the official website www.hef.co.ke. In the case Government scholarship, Loan and bursary do not cover the entire cost of your program, the deficit will be met by your parent/guardian.
REQUIREMENTS FOR APPLICATION FOR TVC FUNDING
1. A valid email address
2. Valid telephone number (must be registered in your name to apply for a loan)
3. KCPE and KCSE index numbers and year of examination
4. Passport size photo
5. Copy of your National ID (for loan application)
6. College/University admission letter
7. Your parents’ registered telephone number
8. Your parents’ national ID number
9. Death certificate if any of your parents is deceased.
10. Your birth certificate.
11. Two guarantors’ (Can be your parents) ID numbers and registered telephone