Full List Of All Courses Offered At RVTTI

The Rift Valley Technical Training Institute (RVTTI) is a premier institution located in Eldoret, specializing in technical and vocational education. Established in 1962, RVTTI began as a technical and trade school before being elevated to a Technical Training Institute in 1986, making it the first in the Rift Valley region. With its strategic location just 3 kilometers from Eldoret’s Central Business District, RVTTI offers a wide variety of courses that emphasize practical skills, preparing students for the modern job market.

RVTTI operates under the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) framework, offering diploma, higher diploma, certificate, and artisan courses. Programs are delivered across eight academic departments, ensuring diverse learning opportunities. Additionally, the institute offers Competency-Based Education and Training (CBET) courses that align with modern industry standards.

List of Rift Valley Technical Training Institute (RVTTI) Courses and Requirements

1. Mechanical & Automotive Engineering Department

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (Plant/Production)
Requirements: KCSE C-
Duration: 3 years
Diploma in Medical Engineering
Requirements: KCSE C- (including C- in Maths/Physics and Biology)
Duration: 3 years
Diploma in Automotive Engineering
Requirements: KCSE C-
Duration: 3 years
Diploma in Agricultural Engineering
Requirements: KCSE C-
Duration: 3 years
Craft in Mechanical Engineering (Modules 1 & 2)
Requirements: KCSE D
Duration: 2 years
Craft in Welding and Fabrication (Modules 1 & 2)
Requirements: KCSE D
Duration: 2 years
Artisan in Motor Vehicle Mechanics / Welding and Fabrication
Requirements: KCSE D-
Duration: 1 year
Driving Course (Class C1 and B)
Requirements: KCPE/KCSE and National ID
Duration: 1 month

2. Building and Civil Engineering Department

Higher National Diploma (HND) in Building Construction / Civil Engineering Technology
Requirements: Pass in relevant diploma
Duration: 1 year 6 months
Diploma in Building Construction / Civil Engineering Technology
Requirements: KCSE C-
Duration: 3 years
Diploma in Architecture
Requirements: KCSE C- with C in Maths, Physics, and Eng/Kisw
Duration: 3 years
Artisan in Plumbing
Requirements: KCSE D-
Duration: 1 year

3. Electrical Engineering Department

HND in Electrical and Electronic Engineering (Power Option)
Requirements: Pass in Diploma
Duration: 1 year 6 months
Diploma in Electrical/Electronic Engineering (Power Option)
Requirements: KCSE C-
Duration: 3 years
Artisan in Electricals
Requirements: KCSE D-
Duration: 1 year

4. Hospitality and Institutional Management Department

Diploma in Food and Beverage (Modules 1 & 2)
Requirements: KCSE C-
Duration: 3 years
Certificate in Catering and Accommodation
Requirements: KCSE D
Duration: 2 years

5. Applied Sciences Department

HND in Applied Biology
Requirements: Pass in Diploma in Applied Biology
Duration: 1 year 6 months
Diploma in Applied Biology / Analytical Chemistry
Requirements: KCSE C- with C in Biology/Chemistry
Duration: 3 years
Diploma in Petroleum Geo-Science
Requirements: KCSE C- with C- in Maths
Duration: 3 years

6. Health Sciences Department

Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology
Requirements: KCSE C with C in English, Biology, and Chemistry
Duration: 3 years
Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology
Requirements: KCSE C with C in English, Biology, and Chemistry
Duration: 3 years
Certificate in Nutrition and Dietetics
Requirements: KCSE D with D in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics
Duration: 2 years

7. Agriculture and Environmental Studies Department

Diploma in Agriculture / Environmental Science and Technology
Requirements: KCSE C with C in relevant subjects
Duration: 3 years
Craft Certificate in Agriculture
Requirements: KCSE D
Duration: 2 years

8. Business and Liberal Studies Department

Diploma in Human Resource Management / Business Management / Supply Chain Management
Requirements: KCSE C-
Duration: 3 years
Certificate in Supply Chain Management
Requirements: KCSE D
Duration: 2 years

9. Information Communication Technology Department

Diploma in ICT / Information Science / Computer Studies
Requirements: KCSE C-
Duration: 3 years
Craft Certificate in ICT
Requirements: KCSE D
Duration: 2 years

RVTTI Online Courses

RVTTI also offers several online diploma and higher diploma programs, including:

Diploma in Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Higher National Diploma in Analytical Chemistry / Building and Civil Engineering
Higher National Diploma in Human Resource / Mechanical Engineering

Competency-Based Education and Training (CBET) Courses

RVTTI is accredited to provide CBET courses, which include:

Mechatronics (Level 6)
Requirements: KCSE C-
Duration: 2 years
Welding (Levels 5 & 6)
Requirements: KCSE D / C-
Duration: 1-2 years
ICT Technician (Levels 5 & 6)
Requirements: KCSE D / C-
Duration: 1-2 years
Dairy Farm Management (Levels 4-6)
Requirements: KCPE/KCSE D / C-
Duration: 6 months to 2 years

RVTTI offers a comprehensive range of courses designed to equip students with the technical skills required for various industries. Whether you’re interested in engineering, health sciences, or business management, RVTTI provides tailored programs that meet industry demands. With a focus on practical training and modern education models such as CBET, RVTTI remains a leading institution for vocational and technical training in Kenya.