Sangalo Institute of Science and technology is a middle level college in Kenya. It was started in 1924 and used to serve as an animal breeding centre before it was converted to a harambee institute in 1993. The institute is located 11 kilometers from Bungoma town along Bungoma-Nambacha road. The institute is fully accredited by the ministry of higher education science and technology and students are usually examined by the Kenya Institute of education and the Kenya accountants and secretaries National Examination Board (KASNEB).

The institute targets to achieve is mandate through team work, transparency, fairness, and equity, quantity training, ethical practice, respect of rule of law, accountability and efficiency; which are the core values of the institute. The institute runs an exchange program with other institutions including International Child support (ICS) in the Netherlands. Various courses are offered at Sangalo institute both at diploma and certificate levels.

Certificate Courses:

a)      Certificate (ATC)

b)      Certificate credit professionals (CCP)

c)      Certified public Secretary (CPS)

d)      CPA part II

e)      Certificate in Clothing technology

f)       Certificate in supply management

g)      Certificate in computer operations

h)      Certificate in science laboratory technology

i)        Certificate in Information Technology

j)        Artisan certificate in Masonry

k)      Certificate in Personnel management

l)        Certificate in secretarial studies

m)   Certificate in carpentry, masonry and joinery

n)      Certificate in electrical installation

o)      Certificate in information communication technology

p)      Certificate in human resources management

q)      Certificate in food and beverage management

r)       Certificate in Automotive engineering

s)       Certificate in garment making

Diploma courses

a)      Diploma in market management

b)      Diploma in food and beverage management

c)      Diploma in Automotive engineering

d)      Diploma in civil engineering

e)      Diploma in quantity surveying

f)       Diploma in Information studies

g)      Diploma in business administration

h)      Diploma in Building and construction

i)        Diploma in clothing technology

j)        Diploma in cooperative management

k)      Diploma in agriculture

l)        Diploma in Information technology

m)   Diploma in accounting

For more information about Sangalo technical training institute Contact

Address: P.O Box 158 Bungoma, Kenya.

Tel: 0202315495

Bartek institute is a public institution in Kenya that credited by the ministry of education to offer courses that are relevant to the Kenyan job market. It was formed in 2003 by the Baringo teachers SACCO so as to benefit the society in training those who finish schools in the surroundings. The name of this college ‘Bartek’ was derived from two former districts; Baringo and Koibatek.

The main branch of Bartek institute is located in Eldama Ravine while the other branches are found in Kabarnet town, Marigat town and Kabartonjo town. They offer courses from certificate, diploma and higher diploma.

The courses offered by Bartek institute are recognized and their examinations are administered by boards such as Kenya national examination council (KNEC) and KASNEB in Kenya. Therefore, the courses offered by Bartek Institute includes higher diploma, diploma and certificate in:

• Human resource management.

• Computerized secretarial.

• Business administration.

• Social work and community development.

• Sales and marketing.

• Information communication technology.

• Supply chain management.

• Library information studies.

• Project management.

• Co-operative management.

• CPA section I-VI

• CPS section I-VI

• CCP I-VI

• ATC level I &II

• CICT section I-VI

• ICTT section I &II

The Bartek institute also has a training school that trains drivers in the following categories:

• CLASS BCE (heavy commercial) – it costs Kshs.9400

• CLASS E (light commercial) – it costs Kshs.8400

• CLASS FG (motor cycles).

Those who may wish to pursue a course in computer application, they can still join Bartek institute because it also offers computer packages at an affordable fee. These packages include:

• Introduction to computer.

• Windows operating system.

• Microsoft word.

• Microsoft excels.

• Microsoft access.

• Internet and email.

• Key boarding.

• Microsoft publisher.

• Computer maintenance.

• Networking essentials.

• Adobe PageMaker.

• Microsoft InfoPath.

• CD burning/writing.

• Microsoft office outlook.

The enrolment of computer and driving courses are done daily.

For more enquiries about this institution, contact:

P.O. Box 80, Eldama Ravine, kenya.

Phone: 0720762030 and 053-21366

Email address: [email protected].

Website: www.bartek.ac.ke.

 

Universities in Kenya have developed rapidly since the past few years majorly due to the educational revolution taking place in the world. A lot of people have been able to access education easily due to this rapid development of the institutions. For instance, for the past five years most of the constituent colleges and technical institutions have been offer full university charters to operate as full-fledged universities in Kenya. This has therefore seen the introduction of different and variety of courses which will enable the people to study and acquire the necessary skills for their brighter future.

Theology is one of the fields of study that has been able to develop and students have enrolled for it in the various institutions that offer it. Catholic University of Eastern Africa is one of the institutions that was developed and established to offer the programme to the rising students demand.

Catholic University of Eastern Africa was one of the first institutions to offer Theology as it commenced as a graduate school of Theology known as Catholic Higher Institute of Eastern Africa (CHIEA). This institution was later advanced to the current university and it has since then developed with other branches all over the country in towns like Kisumu, Eldoret and Nairobi-Lang’ata campuses with various faculties. The faculties well-established recently in this university are Faculty of Law, Arts and Social Science, Theology, Education, Commerce and Faculty of Science all of which offer different courses in their related fields.

The faculty of Theology been the most advanced since it is the founder faculty of the university and offer different programmes that are diverse. They have both certificate, Diploma, Undergraduate as well as Post graduate programmes. The various academic programmes that the faculty of Theology offer include;

Certificate and Diploma courses

Validated Certificate in Theological Studies, Sabbatical Year on Spirituality of Communion and Diploma in Theological Studies, Chaplaincy and Spiritual Guidance, Spiritual and Religious Formation and diploma in Ecumenism and Interfaith Studies. Other Diploma courses offered in this Faculty are Diploma in Evangelization and Catechesis, Church and Mission, Charismatic and Healing Ministry, Ethical Issues, Pastoral Psychology and Counselling, Pastoral Liturgy as well as a Diploma in Biblical Theology.

Undergraduate and Post Graduate courses

The Undergraduate courses in this Faculty are Bachelor of Theology and a Bachelor of Sacred Theology. The other courses offered are Post graduate and include Master of Theology with the Specialization in Biblical Theology, Dogmatic Theology, Spiritual Theology, Pastoral Theology, Moral Theology and Sacred Theology, Licentiate in Sacred Theology with specialization in any of Biblical Theology, Dogmatic Theology or Moral Theology, Doctor of Philosophy with the option of Biblical Theology, Dogmatic Theology, Spiritual Theology, Pastoral Theology, Moral Theology and Sacred Liturgy. Other than those Post graduate courses, the others are Doctorate in Sacred Theology with any options in Biblical Theology, Dogmatic Theology or Moral Theology.

Catholic University of Eastern Africa offer these courses through their campuses in Eldoret, Kisumu and Nairobi and they can be Contacted for any enquiries or admissions through Telephone +254 722 509811/2, +254 733 900025-7 or email at [email protected] in Nairobi, +254 715 685771, +254 738 239065 or email at [email protected] in Kisumu and +254 715 685 263, +254 728 458276 or email at [email protected] in Eldoret.

 

As competition in the job place intensifies, many Kenyan job seekers are quickly learning the value of being multi-talented. It is simply not enough to specialize in one area as his reduces the chances of gaining meaningful employment. It is for this reason that some universities are coming up with dual study programmes that seek to combine a number of disciplines. Chuka University offers an undergraduate degree programme, the B.Sc. (Economics and Statistics), that combines the disciplines of Economics and Statistics. This is a specialized programme that is intended to meet the growing demands of the job market. Individuals who want to undertake Bachelor of Science in Economics and Statistics should meet certain requirements.

Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Science in Economics and Statistics:

• Individuals who apply for the Bachelor of Science in Economics and Statistics course should have obtained the minimum entry requirements for admission into the university.
• Those who apply should also have obtained a minimum KCSE grade of B- (minus)in Mathematics
• Those who have obtained a grade C+ in Mathematics and who have also obtained a minimum of grade B (plain) in Accounting/ Commerce/ Economics are also eligible for admission.
• Individuals who are holders of A- level qualifications and who have obtained two principal passes in Economics or Statistics can also apply for the course.

Mode of Study

Individuals who qualify to undertake the Bachelor of Science in Economics and Statistics are required to cover all the units as stipulated by the various departments. Students will be expected to undertake coursework, continuous assessment tests, final examinations, research work and attachments. Students wishing to undertake additional units should do so after consulting the departmental heads.

Contact information

For more information, individuals can contact:

Chuka University,

P.O. Box, 109 – 60400,

TELEPHONE: 020 2310512/ 18, 0715 50 58 58, 0731 62 02 66

Website: www.chuka.ac.ke

The approximate distance from the city of Nairobi to Meru Town in Kenya is 250 km. The most convenient mode of transport to Meru Town in Kenya from Nairobi is by Traveling by bus or commonly referred to as ‘matatus’. The Matatu or buses to Meru from Nairobi city are found in downtown area of Nairobi along the Accra Road.

Along the Accra Road in Nairobi, the street in Nairobi has a variety of ‘matatus’ to Meru which vary depending on their carrying capacity. The matatus to Meru vary from fourteen sitter, ten sitter and forty two sitter matatus in Nairobi. The forty two sitters matatu to Meru from Nairobi are usually the least expensive; costing per trip to Meru from Nairobi an average of Ksh. 350 owing to their large carrying capacity. The ten sitter matatu to Meru from Nairobi city is most expensive; costing per trip to Meru from Nairobi an average of Ksh. 600 due to the comfort accorded. The fourteen sitter matatus to Meru from Nairobi are usually moderately priced as they offer a mix of both features as the other two types of matatu.

The journey from the Nairobi city center to Meru Town in Kenya is led out along the Thika Superhighway which leads at least 60 km out of Nairobi City while passing towns in Kenya such as Thika and Makuyu along the way. After Makuyu town in Kenya, the Thika highway is transformed to a single carriageway. This leads for approximately 40 km while passing River Tana and River Athi in Kenya along the way to a junction at a location named Makutano in Kenya.

At this point, one diverts to the road to the right leaving the Nairobi-Nyeri highway and thus entering mount Kenya region. Along this road while on transit to Meru Town in Kenya, is another 40km drive to Embu town in Kenya. Before arrival at Embu Town in Kenya, one passes through the Mwea- Tebere irrigation scheme in Kenya which is a massive rice plantation. Mwea Town in Kenya is also located along the road on the Mwea-Tebere irrigation scheme and is basically regarded as the mid-way point through the journey to Meru town in Kenya. This is also the point where most travelers to Meru Town in Kenya get a rest and get to buy fresh quality rice and a variety of vegetables such as tomatoes and onions while also refreshing themselves.

Embu Town in Kenya is 35 km from Mwea Town. Embu Town is the county headquarters of Embu County in Kenya and is 100 km away from Meru Town. From Embu town and still along the main highway, one passes Runyenjes Town, Chuka and Chogoria Towns before entering Meru county in Kenya.

Once in Meru County in Kenya, one passes Igoji, Kanyakine and Nkubu Towns in Kenya along the same route before finally arriving to Meru Town in Kenya. Meru Town in Kenya is the headquarters for Meru County. One can find a variety of hotels in Meru Town in Kenya where they can spend which include Meru County Hotel, Meru Safari Hotel, Hotel Alba, Slopes Hotel amongst other hotels offering accommodation in Meru Town in Kenya. The total duration for the journey to Meru Town from Nairobi Town in Kenya is approximately 4 hours by public Transport.

Maseno University Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences with IT

     Maseno university,a public university is one of the universities offering degree course in pharmaceutical sciences in Kenya.This degree course is offered in the department of Biomedical Sciences and technology in the school of Public health and community development and its advantage added because its offered along with Information Technology(IT).Initially it was offered as combined course with other biomedical sciences i.e medical biotechnology and medical laboratory and students graduated with bachelor’s degree in biomedical sciences but in 2011,the three were separated and each was offered as independent courses.The Bsc. in pharmaceutical sciences is a four year curriculum which begins with foundation of coursework in Mathematics and basic sciences;Chemistry,Biology and Physics.This inter-disciplinary program then progresses to advanced pharmaceutical sciences including aspects of drug design and synthesis,mechanisms of drug action,pharmacology and toxicology,dosage formulation,manufacturing,quality control and assurance,pharmaceutics,microbial contamination of pharmaceutical products,bacteriology,virology and regulatory compliance.Academic sessions are offered in two semesters which make up one academic year.

Mission

To provide students interested in the multidisplinary basic sciences that relate to drug discovery,development and commercialization with classroom and experimental education that spans pharmaceutical sciences and liberal arts thus imparting skills and knowledge that allow pursuit of diverse opportunities or related applications,research or professional /graduant education.

Objectives of the course

-Provide a well rounded undergraduate education with an emphasis on the pharmaceutical sciences.

-Intergrate knowledgewith aids on experience to enhance career path development.

Requirements for entry

Candidates interested to study Bachelor of science in Pharmaceutical sciences(BsPharm) in Maseno University shall have met the minimum entry requirements as stipulated in the university statutes.In addition the candidates should meet the following faculty requirements:

• Applicants must have attained a KCSE meangrade of B(minus) its equivalent and passed in the subject cluster as indicated Biology B-(minus),Chemistry B-,Mathematics or Physics B-(minus) and English or Kiswahili B-(minus).
• OR advanced level or equivalent with a minimum of two principal passes in Mathematics or Physics.
• OR diploma in Pharmaceutical science candidates have passed with a credit and above plus meangrade of C(plain) in KCSE or equivalent or relevant health related medical course from a recognized institution.

Examinations

Continous assessment tests(CAT) comprising of practicals,assignments and written assessments making up 30% and end of semester examination comprising 70%.The minimum pass mark for each paper is 40% below which the student has to resit for the paper.The legend is as follows; A(70%-100%),B(60%-69%),C(50%-59%),D-Pass(40%-49%) and below 40% is a fail.

Experimental opportunities

The BsPharm program encourages practical experience through internships and industrial attachments in pharmaceutical industries,government agencies and research laboratories.Mostly these attachments are encouraged by the program curriculum in third year of study.Numerous undergraduate research opportunities are available in department of medicinal chemistry and molecular pharmacology and industrial and physical pharmacy.

Career paths

The carrier path opportunity with a degree in pharmaceutical sciences include entry-level technical positions in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry,graduate education in pharmacy,medical and basic sciences.The students should be registered with Pharmacy and Poisons Board(PPB) to permit them work with any pharmaceutical field.

Nairobi institute of business studies NIBS is a kenya private institution, it is registered as a post secondary learning institution and as a private limited company. Nairobi institute of business studies NIBS offers courses in different fields of study. There are different departments including which include; department of business studies, department of secretarial studies, school of accountancy, department of journalism and media studies, department of computer sciences, school of tourism and hospitality, department of community development and social work and department of legal studies.

Department of business studies  in kenya is aimed at preparing the students in various professional areas including Human resources, financial management, accounting and marketing, the exams are under KNEC, ICM and ABE, minimum requirement are D+ for ABE, C- for KNEC programs and D+ for ICM programs, the intake period depends on the program you are taking.

kenya School of accountancy offers CPA courses which prepare students to become accountants, credit managers, financial consultants, auditors and finance managers. CPA is a backbone to those who want to pursue Bachelors or Masters Degree, each section of the CPA takes six months. Intake period is January and June, the minimum requirements are CPA C+ (plus), English C+, Mathematics C+ or KASNEB at D+ (plus).

School of Secretarial studies, this school prepares competent secretaries to serve as public relation officers, Administration officers and coordinators. The students are equipped with business communication skills, computer knowledge, office organization and customer care. The units include front office which is examined by KNEC and BITMAN the course takes six months. Telephone operation and reception course is examined by NIBS and duration sis 3 months. The minimum requirements of secretarial course is D plain and the intakes are in the months of January, February, April, May, July and September.

School of Journalism and Media studies, the students learn how to research, analyze, prepare and present news. The students gain the knowledge of digital photography and media law, all the Journalists students from NIBS can communicate effectively in a global communications environment. The core divisions in this school include Diploma in Journalism and Mass communication examined by ICM, the duration is one and half years, Music production permit, this course is examined by NIBS and the duration is three months, Technician certificate is another course under School of Journalism, its duration is three months and it is examined by NIBS. The intake period in this school is in Months of January, March, June and September.

School of Hospitality and Tourism, this school gives the students the skill to work in a vibrant travel and tourism environment. It produces the best tour guides and tour directors. The specialization includes certificate and diploma in food and beverage production and sales service, certificate and diploma of Tourism and Travel and Catering, Accommodation Certificate and food nutrition course. Examining bodies are KNEC and ICM and the duration of diploma courses is on year.

The school has sufficient facilities to support the class work, this include Radio studio, editing suite, library, research hub, college bus and hostels. The town office is located at Ronald Ngala post office building, mobile number is 0721 107 701. Common wealth campus is located in Moi Avenue in Common wealth house in 5th and 6th floors, contact them through 0722 146 035. Thika road campus is located along Thika road near Kimbo, Ruiru, their telephone contact is 0722 654 016.

RVTTI began as a technical and trade school in 1962 but was elevated to the level of high school in 1979 and began offering A- level courses (mathematics, chemistry and physics). It became a fully technical institute in 1986 and since that time it has grown and now offers a variety of courses.which includes;

This institute is located in Eldoret town, 3 kilometers from Eldoret central business district (Eldoret CBD) along the Eldoret – Kaptagat road. This institute can be contacted through the following contacts:

Rift Valley Technical Training Institute (RVTTI)

P.O. Box 244, Eldoret, Kenya.

Telephone number: 0733244240, 0704244244 or 0729621773

Email address: [email protected]

Website address: www.rvti.ac.ke

 

RVTTI is a registered institution in kenya and therefore offers recognized courses in kenya that are administer by examination boards such as kenya national examination council (KNEC) and CITY and GUILDS. Their courses are offered according to departments.

Department of medical and applied sciences.

• Higher diploma in Applied biology.

• Diploma in Applied Biology.

• Diploma in Pharmaceutical technology.

• Diploma in Medical laboratory.

• Diploma in Analytical Chemistry.

• Diploma in Medical engineering.

• Diploma in Chemical engineering.

• Diploma in Agriculture.

• Certificate in science laboratory technology.

• Certificate in medical laboratory technology.

Department of information communication technology.

• Diploma in Information technology.

• Diploma in Information science.

• Diploma in Information systems.

• Diploma in Computer sciences.

• Certificate, diploma and advance diploma in Software development.

• Certificate, diploma and advance diploma in Information system support.

• Certificate in Information technology.

Department of Automotive Engineering.

• Diploma in Automotive engineering.

• Diploma in Agricultural engineering

• Certificate in Motor vehicle engineering.

• Certificate in Agricultural engineering.

Department of mechanical engineering.

• Diploma in Mechanical engineering (production).

• Certificate in Mechanical engineering.

• Certificate in Welding and Fabrics.

• Artisan in Welding and Fabrics.

Department of electrical and electronic engineering.

• Diploma in Electric and Electronic engineering (power option).

• Diploma in Electrical engineering (power option).

• Diploma in electrical engineering (power and electronics)

• Diploma in Electrical engineering (instrumentation and control option).

• Certificate in Electrical and Electronics engineering.

• Certificate in Electrical and electronic skills.

• Artisan in Electrical installation.

Department of building and civil engineering.

• Diploma in Civil engineering.

• Diploma in Building construction technology.

• Diploma in Architecture.

• Craft certificate in Building construction technology.

• Artisan in Masonry.

• Artisan in Plumbing.

• Artisan in Motor vehicle.

• Artisan in Architecture draughtmanship.

Department of hospitality and dietetics management.

• Diploma in Dietetics management.

• Diploma in Food and Beverages production sales and service management.

• Certificate in Food and Beverages production and service management.

Department of business studies and development.

• Diploma in Business management.

• Diploma in Social work and Community development.

• Diploma in Supply chain management.

• Diploma in Human resource management.

• Certificate in Chain supply management.

• Certificate in Secretarial studies.

• Certificate in Human resource management.

• Accounting Technician course (ATC) level I & II.

For more information on the courses and qualifications of each course, contact the institution through the addresses given above.

 

 Kenya Institute of special Education (KISE) is an agency of the Ministry of Education in Kenya. It was established in 1986 by the government of Kenya following the legal notice number 17 in February 1986. The institute is headed by a director who is appointed by the minister for education and the director is the secretary of the council that governs the Institute.

The institute conducts in-service courses for professional working in special needs education, trains special needs teachers, prepare courses for personnel I the field of special needs education, acts as a center for training and demonstration for inabilities, conducts research in special needs education as well as maintenance and repair of special needs materials and equipments for persons with special needs. It also involves in of special needs resources.

KISE values excellence and professionalism, moral integrity, respect and courtesy, good stewardship, tolerance and empathy. It offers various hospitality services such as disability friendly bus, cooking facilities, table and chair hire, guest house outside catering as well as halls for hire

 Kenya Institute of Special Education Programmes

1)    Full time Programmes

 KISE offers certificate and diploma programs at its campus in Kasarani Nairobi. These courses are conducted through tutorials, visits and lectures. Trainees are assessed based on assays, term papers, special projects,special study paper and written examinations. They also attend to practical attachments in special needs education programs across Kenya. The diploma and certificate courses take three and two years respectively

 2)    Distance learning Programs

In this program, teachers or other persons living people with special needs are trained through distance learning. Under this program, KISE offers the following courses:

                        i.            Education of learners with hearing disabilities

                      ii.            Education of learners with Emotional and behavioral difficulties

                    iii.            Education of learners with special needs (inclusive Education)

The certificate and diploma programs take one year and two years respectively. All diploma courses are examined by the Kenya National Examination Council (KNEC) whereas the certificate courses are examined by the Ministry of Education and the Kenya Institute of Special Education.

For more information about KISE contact

Mobile: 0724269505

Tel: 020-8007977

 

Girls and women in Kenya are disadvantaged in terms of access to education. There are various factors that contribute to this. Cultural beliefs, religious beliefs and societal norms play a role in undermining the role of education to those of the female gender. Harmful practices such as FGM and early marriages seek to cut short the lifespan of a girl’s education. Female students who manage to continue with their secondary and higher education often perform poorly in Mathematics and Science subjects. Fortunately, there are institutions such as Kiriri Women’s University of Science and Technology that have come up to address these challenges.

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration

Kiriri Women’s University offers Bachelor of Science in Business Administration course. Those who want to be admitted for the course should have obtained at least a mean grade of C+ in K.C.S.E. In addition to this, the individual must have passed with a minimum grade of C in Mathematics and English. Individuals who have obtained a diploma in relevant subjects with at least a credit pass from an Institution recognized by the university.

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

Individuals who want to be admitted to the Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, should have obtained a minimum mean grade of C+ in KCSE. In addition to this, the individual must have passed with a minimum grade of C in Mathematics and English. In addition, the applicant must have covered Physics or Physical Science in Secondary School. Those with a minimum of two principal passes one of which must be Mathematics at Advanced Level Certificate from a recognized institution may also apply. Those who have a diploma in relevant subjects with at least a credit pass from an Institution recognized by the university may also apply.

Bachelor of Science in Mathematics

Applicants who wish to pursue Bachelor of Science in Mathematics should have obtained a Mean grade C+ at K.C.S.E. In addition, the individuals must have passed with a C grade in Mathematics and English. Those with a minimum of two principal passes one of which must be Mathematics at Advanced Level Certificate from a recognized institution are eligible to undertake the course. Individuals who have a diploma in relevant subjects with at least a credit pass from an Institution recognized by the university should apply.

For more information, individuals should contact:

The Admissions Office Westlands Campus P.O. BOX 49274 – 00100 Nairobi, Kenya

Tel:254 020 444 22 12

Mobile: 254 721 435 287

 Kasarani Campus

Telephone : 2042692/3 Mobile : 0723 338071

0736 329642 Fax : 4444175