Amref International University (AMIU), through its Institute of Sustainability, Innovation and Professional Education (ISIPE), specializes in capacity-building short courses and professional development programs. These blended (in-person/virtual) courses enhance skills for health, development, management, and sustainability professionals. They are tailored for organizations and individuals, with customizable content to meet client needs.
Courses focus on monitoring & evaluation, leadership, health systems, data analysis, project management, fundraising, and more—delivered in flexible formats (e.g., 5–30 days, evening/virtual options). Fees vary by citizenship (KES for Kenyans, USD for non-citizens), and programs emphasize practical, evidence-based competencies to drive organizational impact.
Key Information:
- Application & Details: Visit the admissions portal at https://admissions.amref.ac.ke/Account/ShortCourse for registration, full details, and applications.
- Contact: Tel: +254 020 6993224 / Mobile: +254 723 814993 | Email: training@amref.ac.ke | Website: www.amref.ac.ke (short courses section) or amref.ac.ke/short-courses.
- Note: Fees are approximate (subject to change); some (e.g., ICDL, IELTS) prices to be communicated. Courses are professional/short-term, not full degrees.
2026 Certificate & Short Course Schedule
Below is the compiled schedule from the official 2026 calendar (available as PDF on amref.ac.ke). Courses are grouped by focus areas for clarity.
Monitoring & Evaluation Courses
| No. | Course Name | Description | Target Audience | Cost (Non-Citizens / Citizens) | Duration | 2026 Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2-Week Monitoring and Evaluation (Option 1) | Equips with M&E competencies for projects/programmes/organizations. | Middle to senior managers in project design/oversight/implementation | USD 700 / KSh 80,000 | 10 Days | Mar 08–20; Jun 07–19; Sep 07–18; Nov 09–20 |
| 2 | Monitoring and Evaluation (Option 2) | Similar to Option 1, extended format. | Same as above | USD 1,400 / KSh 160,000 | 20 Days | May 04–29; Aug 03–28 |
| 3 | 14 Days Monitoring and Evaluation Virtual (Evening, 3 hrs daily) (Option 3) | Virtual evening M&E training. | Same as above | USD 450 / KSh 45,000 | 14 Days (evenings) | Mar 23–Apr 09; May 11–28; Aug 10–27; Oct 05–22 |
Leadership, Management & Governance
| No. | Course Name | Description | Target Audience | Cost | Duration | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | Strategic Management and Leadership (Result Based Management) | Enhances productivity and team performance. | Managers, team leaders, supervisors | USD 700 / KSh 80,000 | 10 Days | Mar 16–27; Jul 06–17; Nov 09–20 |
| 5 | Leadership, Management and Governance for Health Systems Strengthening | Promotes good governance/leadership in health. | Middle to senior health sector managers | USD 700 / KSh 80,000 | 10 Days | Apr 13–24; Oct 05–23 |
Health & Specialized Topics
| No. | Course Name | Description | Target Audience | Cost | Duration | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | Sexual Reproductive Health | Holistic approach to SRH in health/development. | Health stakeholders, community workers, individuals | USD 700 / KSh 80,000 | 5 Days | May 11–15 |
| 7 | Health Communication and Journalism | Develops skills in health reporting/storytelling. | Journalists, PR officers, health managers | USD 800 / KSh 90,000 | 30 Days | May 04–29; Sep 07–Oct 02 |
| 15 | Positive Psychology | Explores positive emotions, strengths, gratitude. | Health professionals, counsellors, psychologists | USD 700 / KSh 80,000 | 10 Days | Apr 06–24 |
| 16 | Disaster and Trauma Counseling Management | Skills for disaster response/recovery. | Middle to senior managers in govt/UN/private | USD 700 / KSh 80,000 | 10 Days | Jul 27–Aug 07 |
| 18 | Addiction Counselling | Evidence-based approaches to addiction recovery. | Health professionals, counsellors | USD 520 / KSh 52,000 | 5 Days | May 18–22; Aug 03–07 |
| 22 | Standard First Aid | Basic first aid training. | General audience | USD 520 / KSh 52,000 | 5 Days | Jul 06–10 |
| Patient Safety and Patient Safety Tools (PSPS) | Improves quality/safety in healthcare. | Healthcare providers, admins, educators | KSh 80,000 / USD 700 | Sep 1–12 | ||
| Health Data Analytics (HDA) | Skills in health data management/analytics. | Healthcare providers, admins, practitioners | KSh 80,000 / USD 700 | Sep 1–12 | ||
| Patient Centered Care (PCC) | Delivers care respecting patient needs/values. | Same as above | KSh 80,000 / USD 700 | Oct 6–17 | ||
| Performance and Process Improvement | Drives improvement in healthcare. | Same as above | KSh 80,000 / USD 700 | Oct 6–17 | ||
| Global Health Security | Addresses health threats/security. | Providers, policymakers, security agencies | USD 1,000 / KSh 130,000 | Feb 24–28 (2025 note; check for 2026) | ||
| Climate Change and Health | Awareness on climate-health impacts. | Healthcare professionals, policymakers | USD 520 / KSh 52,000 | Apr 07–11 (Virtual) |
Project, Finance & Data Courses
| No. | Course Name | Description | Target Audience | Cost | Duration | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | Contemporary Project Financial Analysis and Management | Budgeting, cash flow, auditing, ethics. | Accountants, auditors, finance professionals | USD 700 / KSh 80,000 | 10 Days | Jun 15–26 |
| 9 | Statistical Data Analysis – Level 1 | Insights from quantitative data. | Researchers, M&E pros, managers | USD 520 / KSh 52,000 | 5 Days | Apr 06–10 |
| 10 | Practical Project Management and Sustainability | Resource management for mandate delivery. | Project assistants/officers/managers | USD 700 / KSh 80,000 | 10 Days | May 18–29; Sep 14–25 |
| 11 | Fundraising and Resource Mobilization | Mobilizing resources for programs. | Directors, coordinators, grants managers | USD 520 / KSh 52,000 | 5 Days | May 18–22 |
| 12 | Research Methods: Quantitative & Qualitative Data Analysis | Builds qualitative/quantitative analysis skills. | Managers, research/data/M&E officers | USD 700 / KSh 80,000 | 10 Days | Jun 22–Jul 03 |
| 17 | Statistical Data Analysis – Level 2 | Advanced multivariate techniques. | Leaders using statistics for decisions | USD 520 / KSh 52,000 | 5 Days | Jul 20–31 |
| 20 | Finance Management for Non-Finance Managers | Financial oversight for non-finance pros. | Managers, supervisors, admins | USD 520 / KSh 52,000 | 5 Days | Sep 14–18 |
Other Specialized Courses
| No. | Course Name | Description | Target Audience | Cost | Duration | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | Social Behaviours Change Communication | Effecting behavior change. | Health workers, managers | USD 700 / KSh 80,000 | 2 Days | Jul 30–31 |
| 14 | Logistics and Supply Chain Management | Efficient commodity/supply systems. | Supply chain/procurement/store managers | USD 700 / KSh 80,000 | 10 Days | Jun 29–Jul 10; Oct 19–30 |
| 19 | Training of Facilitators (TOF) | Participatory teaching methods. | Trainers, HR, facilitators | USD 700 / KSh 80,000 | 10 Days | Sep 28–Oct 09 |
| 21 | IELTS | Preparation for IELTS exam. | Students, professionals, immigrants | Tuition applies (TBC) | Ongoing | Ongoing |
| 23–24 | ICDL Series (Workforce, Professional, Insights, Digital Citizen, Digital Student) | Digital literacy/certification modules. | Professionals, students, beginners | Prices to be communicated | Continuous | Continuous |
| 25 | Basic Kenya Sign Language (KSL) | Fundamental KSL vocabulary/grammar. | Educators, caregivers, professionals | USD 850 / KSh 85,000 | 3 Months | Apr–Jun (physical/virtual) |
| 26 | Advanced Kenyan Sign Language | Professional interpreting skills. | Those with basic KSL certification | USD / KSh 95,000 | 3 Months | Apr–Jun |
| 27 | Start Improve Your Business (SIYB) – TOT | ILO entrepreneurship TOT. | Trainers, consultants, organizations | USD / KSh 85,000 | 10 Days | Apr 14–25; Jul 14–25 |
| 28 | Start Improve Your Business (SIYB) – Entrepreneurship Training | Business management for owners. | Entrepreneurs, aspiring business starters | USD / KSh 95,000 | 10 Days | Apr 14–25; Aug 18–29 |
| 29 | Comprehensive Braille Literacy and Mathematics Notation for Educators | Braille/maths for visually impaired. | Teachers, special educators | USD / KSh 120,000 | 12 Weeks | Apr (virtual modules + physical workshops) |
This Amref International University ISIPE 2026 short courses guide covers all listed certificate/professional programs—ideal for health, development, and management professionals in Kenya and beyond. Courses are practical, often virtual/blended, and support career growth in NGOs, health systems, and beyond.
For the official PDF calendar, enroll, or customize, visit https://admissions.amref.ac.ke/Account/ShortCourse or www.amref.ac.ke/short-courses. Contact training@amref.ac.ke for inquiries or tailored programs. Invest in your professional development—enroll in 2026 courses today!
