Wote Technical Training Institute (Wote TTI) has established itself as a leading institution in technical and vocational education and training (TVET) in Kenya. Located along Wote-Makindu Road, 3 kilometers from Wote town in Makueni County, the institute began in 1990 as a skills training center, under the Voluntary Service Overseas (VSO) program. In 2013, with the introduction of the TVET Act, Wote TTI was officially registered under the act and has since grown into a center of excellence, offering various diploma, certificate, artisan, and short courses aimed at building the nation’s technical workforce.
Governance and Management
The institution is governed by a Board of Governors appointed by the Cabinet Secretary of the Ministry of Education. Its primary mission is to provide relevant, high-quality education and training, aligned with the needs of the modern job market. Wote TTI embraces the Competency-Based Education and Training (CBET) approach, which emphasizes practical skills development to meet the dynamic demands of the workforce.
Courses Offered at Wote TTI
Wote TTI offers a wide array of courses across several disciplines. These courses cater to different educational levels, from those with basic KCSE qualifications to those aiming for professional qualifications like CPA. Below is a comprehensive list of the courses:
1. Diploma Courses
- Diploma in Automotive Engineering
- Diploma in Building Technology
- Diploma in Business Administration/Management
- Diploma in Community Development
- Diploma in Electrical & Electronic Engineering (Instrumentation)
- Diploma in Electrical & Electronic Engineering (Power Option)
- Diploma in Electrical & Electronic Engineering (Telecommunication)
- Diploma in Food and Beverage
- Diploma in Human Resource Management
- Diploma in Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
- Diploma in Quantity Surveying
- Diploma in Secretarial Studies
- Diploma in Supply Chain Management
2. Certificate Courses
- Certificate in Automotive Engineering
- Certificate in Building Technology
- Certificate in Business Administration/Management
- Certificate in Electrical & Electronic Engineering
- Certificate in Food and Beverage
- Certificate in Human Resource Management
- Certificate in ICT
- Certificate in Secretarial Studies
- Certificate in Supply Chain Management
3. Accounting Courses
- ATD I, II, III (Accredited by KASNEB)
- CPA Sections 1-4 (Accredited by KASNEB)
4. Short Courses
- Arc/Gas Welding
- Basic Motor Vehicle Mechanics for Beginners
- Panel Beating and Spray Painting
- Plumbing Certificate
- Masonry
- Community Development
- Proposal Writing
- Monitoring Evaluation
- Project Management
- Cake Baking and Decoration
- Confectionery and Pastry
- Tailoring and Dressmaking
- Food Service Technology and Customer Relations
- Food Production
- Nutrition and Dietetics
- Computer System Application Proficiency
- Computer Maintenance and Support
- Programmable Logic Control (PLC)
- Solar PV Installation
These short courses have durations ranging from one week to three months, depending on the area of study.
Course Requirements
- Diploma Courses: A minimum KCSE mean grade of C- (minus) is required. Alternatively, applicants can qualify with a relevant certificate course. Admission is also possible through the Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS).
- Certificate Courses: A minimum KCSE mean grade of D plain is required. Applications can be made directly through Wote TTI or via KUCCPS.
Fee Structure
Wote TTI provides a highly affordable education structure, particularly for students admitted through KUCCPS, who qualify for government capitation. The fee structure is outlined below:
Total Fees: Ksh 56,420 per year
For KUCCPS-sponsored students, the government provides a capitation of Ksh 30,000 per year. This reduces the total payable fees to Ksh 26,420 annually. Below is a breakdown of the fees:
| Fee Item | Amount (Kes) |
|---|---|
| Tuition | 11,740.00 |
| Personnel Emoluments | 4,390.00 |
| E, W & C | 2,260.00 |
| L T & T | 2,200.00 |
| R, M & I | 1,200.00 |
| Activity | 1,630.00 |
| Industrial Attachment | 1,350.00 |
| Insurance | 450.00 |
| Medical | 1,200.00 |
| Total | 26,420.00 |
Additional Fees
- Application fee: Ksh 500 (non-refundable)
- Caution fees: Ksh 1,000 (payable once)
- Student Council fee: Ksh 600 per year
- KUCCPS fee: Ksh 1,500 (payable once)
- Practical fees:
- Ksh 3,000 per term (Hospitality students)
- Ksh 2,000 per term (Technical courses such as Electrical, Mechanical, Civil Engineering, and ICT)
- Starter-up kit for Hair Dressing & Beauty Therapy: Ksh 2,500
- Driving lessons (Automotive Engineering students): Ksh 11,500 in the second year
- Boarding fees: Ksh 6,000 per term
- Meals: Ksh 12,000 per term
How to Apply
- Manual Application:
- Download and fill out the application form from the Wote TTI website.
- Submit the form in person or mail it to the Registrar’s office along with the required documents and a deposit slip for the non-refundable Ksh 500 application fee.
- KUCCPS Application:
- Apply via the KUCCPS portal to qualify for government sponsorship. After receiving a placement, students can download their admission letters from the Wote TTI website.
Contact Information
- Phone: +254728658649
- Postal Address: P.O Box 377-90300, Makueni
- Email: info@wotetti.ac.ke
Wote Technical Training Institute offers a variety of courses tailored to equip students with hands-on skills in various technical fields, making it a crucial institution in Kenya’s education landscape. With affordable fees and government capitation options, it is an ideal place for students to pursue technical education and advance their careers.
