Sot Technical Training Institute (STTI) is a leading TVET (Technical and Vocational Education and Training) institution located in Merigi, Bomet County. Since its inception in 2014, the institute has established itself as a center for excellence in technical and vocational education, offering a wide array of courses at different levels, including Artisan, Certificate, and Diploma programs. With a commitment to quality education and skill development, STTI has grown to become a prominent institution in the region, attracting students from across the country.
Courses Offered at Sot Technical Training Institute
STTI provides a diverse range of programs that cater to students with different academic qualifications and career goals. The courses are classified into Artisan, Craft Certificate, and Diploma levels, with flexible admission times in January, May, and September each year.
Artisan Courses
- Artisan in Motor Vehicle Mechanics
- Minimum Requirements: D- in KCSE
- Exam Body: KNEC
- Artisan in Storekeeping
- Minimum Requirements: D- in KCSE
- Exam Body: KNEC
Craft Certificate Courses
- Certificate in Science Lab Technology
- Minimum Requirements: D plain in KCSE
- Exam Body: KNEC
- Certificate in Library and Information Science
- Minimum Requirements: D plain in KCSE
- Exam Body: KNEC
- Certificate in IT
- Minimum Requirements: D plain in KCSE
- Exam Body: KNEC
- Certificate in Electrical Installation
- Minimum Requirements: D plain in KCSE
- Exam Body: KNEC
- Certificate in Automotive Engineering
- Minimum Requirements: D plain in KCSE
- Exam Body: KNEC
These programs aim to equip students with hands-on technical skills that are crucial in the current job market. STTI partners with the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) to ensure students are well-prepared for industry demands.
Diploma Courses
- Diploma in ICT
- Minimum Requirements: C- in KCSE
- Exam Body: KNEC
- Diploma in Library and Information Science
- Minimum Requirements: C- in KCSE
- Exam Body: KNEC
- Diploma in Electrical Engineering
- Minimum Requirements: C- in KCSE
- Exam Body: KNEC
- Diploma in Building Construction
- Minimum Requirements: C- in KCSE
- Exam Body: KNEC
- Diploma in Business Administration
- Minimum Requirements: C- in KCSE
- Exam Body: KNEC
The diploma programs are designed for students aiming to pursue specialized careers in fields such as ICT, engineering, business, and agriculture. Each program prepares students for both entrepreneurial and employment opportunities in the growing sectors of the Kenyan economy.
How to Apply
STTI has three main intakes every year:
- January Intake: Application deadline is December 29th of the previous year.
- May Intake: Application deadline is April 30th of the current year.
- September Intake: Application deadline is July 30th of the current year.
To apply, students can download the application form from the institute’s website, fill it out, and send it to the official email or drop it off at the school.
Sot Technical Training Institute Fee Structure
Sot Technical Training Institute offers two different fee structures for students: those who are government-sponsored and those who are self-sponsored.
KUCCPS/Government Sponsored Students Fees:
- Tuition: Ksh. 8,060
- Student Council: Ksh. 600
- R.M.I (Repair and Maintenance): Ksh. 3,970
- L.T&T (Library, Training & Technology): Ksh. 1,910
- ACT (Activities): Ksh. 1,340
- Insurance: Ksh. 700
- E.W&C (Examination and Welfare): Ksh. 1,600
- P.E (Personal Expenses): Ksh. 4,300
- Administration Costs: Ksh. 1,990
- Internet/Computer: Ksh. 950
- Registration: Ksh. 1,000
- Examination: As per Exam Body
- Total: Ksh. 26,420
Self-Sponsored Students Fees:
- Tuition: Ksh. 17,420
- Student Council: Ksh. 600
- R.M.I (Repair and Maintenance): Ksh. 7,400
- L.T&T (Library, Training & Technology): Ksh. 5,300
- ACT (Activities): Ksh. 3,710
- Insurance: Ksh. 1,500
- E.W&C (Examination and Welfare): Ksh. 3,500
- P.E (Personal Expenses): Ksh. 9,200
- Administration Costs: Ksh. 4,790
- Internet/Computer: Ksh. 2,000
- Registration: Ksh. 1,000
- Examination: Not included
- Total: Ksh. 56,420
Additional Charges:
- Caution Money: Ksh. 1,000 (for new students only)
- Student ID: Ksh. 500 (for new students only)
- Attachment Fees: Ksh. 2,150
Note:
- Fees do not cover meals.
- Fees may change during your course of study.
- Once paid, fees are non-refundable.
- Students applying for the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) loan can receive up to Ksh. 40,000, with Ksh. 26,420 going toward tuition and the rest (Ksh. 13,580) deposited into the student’s account for personal use.
Payments can be made via any branch of Kenya Commercial Bank to the account number 1225821479 at the Sotik Branch.
Sot Technical Training Institute Contacts:
- Postal Address: P.O. Box 665 – 20400, Bomet
- Phone Number: 0707 042 067
- Email: sottechnicaltraininginstitute@gmail.com
Sot Technical Training Institute continues to be a crucial pillar in Kenya’s effort to develop a skilled workforce, particularly in technical and vocational disciplines. With a wide range of programs, affordable fees, and a location in the serene Bomet County, STTI is an excellent choice for students looking to build their careers in practical, hands-on professions.
