Ikutha Technical and Vocational College (ITVC)is located in Kitui South Constituency, Kitui County, Kenya. Specifically, it’s situated along the Kibwezi-Kitui Road, about 5 kilometers between Ikutha and Muangeni towns. The college is a public TVET (Technical and Vocational Education and Training) institute. Ikutha Technical and Vocational College(ITVC), is a public TVET institute located in Kitui South Constituency in Kitui County. The first intake was in January 2021.
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.
Ikutha Technical and Vocational College Contacts
To contact IKUTHA TVC (Technical and Vocational College), you can reach out to Mr. Lawrence Njoroge, the Registrar, via email at lawinjo7@gmail.com. Additionally, you can find information and potentially contact the college through the HEF Help Desk on their website.
Contact Information
Contact Telephone
0798002148
Email Address
info@ikuthatvc.ac.ke
Postal Address
P.O Box 4-90207, Ikutha
Physical Address
physical_address
Facebook: Ikutha TVC @ Facebook
For Inquiries
0798002148
info@ikuthatvc.ac.ke
P.O Box 4-90207, Ikutha
Ikutha Town, Kitui South sub-county, Kitui County along Kitui – Kibwezi Highway
Ikutha Technical and Vocational College Courses offered
Level 6 (Diploma) Courses
Welding and Fabrication
Supply Chain Management
Social Work and Community Development
ICT Technician
Human Resource Management
Level 5 (Craft) Courses
Automotive Engineering
Building Technology and Civil Engineering
Building Technology(Masonry, Carpentry, Plumbing)
Computerized Secretarial Studies
Electrical Installation
Level 4 (Artisan) Courses
Cosmetology ( Hair Dressing and Beauty Therapy)
Electrical Installation
Plumbing
Carpentry
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
Level 6 (Diploma) Programmes Offered at Ikutha TVC
Automotive Engineering
Electrical Installation
Ict Technician
Human Resource Management
Social Work And Community Development
Computerized Secretarial Studies
Supply Chain Management
Building Construction And Technology
Accountancy
Accounting Technician
Welding And Fabrication
Accounting Technician Diploma(Atd) Level I, Ii, Iii
Level 5 (Craft) Courses Offered at Ikutha TVC
Ict Technician
Human Resource Management
Social Work And Community Development
Supply Chain Management
Building Technology And Civil Engineering
Computerized Secretarial Studies
Refrigeration And Air Conditioning
Automotive Engineering
Electrical Installation
Welding And Fabrication
Building Technology(Masonry, Carpentry, Plumbing)
Level 4 (Artisan) Courses Offered at Ikutha TVC
Automotive Engineering
Electrical Installation
Ict Technician
Human Resource Management
Social Work And Community Development
Computerized Secretarial Studies
Supply Chain Management
Building Construction And Technology
Accountancy
Accounting Technician
Welding And Fabrication
Accounting Technician Diploma(Atd) Level I, Ii, Iii
Ikutha 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):
Ikutha Technical and Vocational College (TVC) Fees Structure
For students not sponsored by the Kenyan government, the annual fees at Ikutha TVC are Ksh 67,189. This includes a Ksh 1,000 caution fee, a Ksh 500 registration fee, a Ksh 600 student council fee, and a Ksh 1,500 KUCCPS fee. These fees are to be paid upon reporting.
For students sponsored by the Kenyan government, funding is determined based on a four-category system (vulnerable, extremely needy, needy, and less needy). The government provides varying levels of funding, with vulnerable and extremely needy students receiving 100% funding, while others receive a combination of government funding and their own contributions.
Ikutha TVC also assists students in applying for HELB loans to cover tuition fees.
Ikutha 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 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.
Ikutha 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
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