Cascade Institute of Hospitality: Courses and Fee Structure Overview

Cascade Institute of Hospitality, located in Thika Town at Cascade Plaza along Karatina Road, is a renowned institution that offers a variety of hospitality-related courses. Accredited by the Confederation of Tourism and Hospitality (CTH), the Kenya National Examination Council (KNEC), and the Institute of Commercial Management (ICM), the institute provides training in various disciplines, focusing on hospitality and tourism. This guide outlines the courses available and the associated fees at the Cascade Institute of Hospitality.

School of Hospitality Courses

1. Diploma in Hospitality Management (CTH Level 4)
   Entry: KCSE C-, Eng C-, Maths D or Cert in Hospitality
   Duration: 2½ years (8 terms)
   Fee: Ksh 33,000 per term
2. Foundation Diploma in Hospitality & Tourism (CTH Level 3)
   Entry: KCSE D+ and proficiency in English
   Duration: 1 year, 1 term (4 terms)
   Fee: Ksh 33,000 per term
3. Diploma in Professional Cookery (CTH Level 3) – Chef’s Training
   Entry: KCSE C- and proficiency in English
   Duration: 2½ years (8 terms)
   Fee: Ksh 38,000 per term
4. Diploma in Culinary Skills (CTH Level 2) – Cook’s Training
   Entry: KCSE D+ and proficiency in English
   Duration: 1 year, 1 term (4 terms)
   Fee: Ksh 38,000 per term
5. Diploma in Pastry and Baking (CTH Level 3) – Pastry Chef’s Course
   Entry: KCSE C- and proficiency in English
   Duration: 2½ years (8 terms)
   Fee: Ksh 38,000 per term
6. Diploma in Patisserie and Confectionery Skills (CTH Level 2)
   Entry: KCSE D+ and proficiency in English
   Duration: 1 year, 1 term (4 terms)
   Fee: Ksh 38,000 per term
7. Diploma in Food and Beverage Management (KNEC)
   Entry: KCSE C- or Cert in Food & Beverage Production & Service
   Duration: 3 years, 1 term (10 terms)
   Fee: Ksh 31,000 per term
8. Certificate in Food & Beverage Production and Service (KNEC)
   Entry: KCSE D
   Duration: 2 years, 1 term (7 terms)
   Fee: Ksh 28,000 per term
9. Diploma in Hospitality Management (ICM)
   Entry: Cert in Hotel & Catering Supervision
   Duration: 1½ years (5 terms)
   Fee: Ksh 33,000 per term
10. Diploma in Food & Beverage Service (ICM) – Level 2
    Entry: KCSE D-
    Duration: 1 year, 1 term (4 terms)
    Fee: Ksh 33,000 per term
11. Diploma in Culinary Arts (ICM) – Level 2
    Entry: KCSE D-
    Duration: 1 year, 1 term (4 terms)
    Fee: Ksh 38,000 per term
12. Certificate in Hotel & Catering Supervision (ICM) – Level 4
    Entry: KCSE D (Plain) or ICM Level 2 Diploma
    Duration: 1 year, 1 term (4 terms)
    Fee: Ksh 30,000 per term
13. Certificate in Front Office Operations (Internal)
    Entry: KCSE D+ and proficiency in English
    Duration: 1 year, 1 term (4 terms)
    Fee: Ksh 28,000 per term
14. Certificate in Housekeeping and Laundry Operations (Internal)
    Entry: KCSE D
    Duration: 1 year, 1 term (4 terms)
    Fee: Ksh 28,000 per term
15. Diploma in Tourism Management (KNEC)
    Entry: KCSE C- or Cert in Tour Guiding & Travel Operations
    Duration: 3 years, 1 term (10 terms)
    Fee: Ksh 28,000 per term
16. Certificate in Tour Guiding & Travel Operations (KNEC)
    Entry: KCSE D
    Duration: 2 years, 1 term (7 terms)
    Fee: Ksh 28,000 per term
17. Cruise Hospitality Management
    Entry: KCSE D
    Duration: 1 year, 1 term (4 terms)
    Fee: Ksh 30,000 per term
18. Barista Skills
    Entry: Open
    Duration: 2.5 months
    Fee: Ksh 30,000
19. Certificate in Pastry & Baking
    Entry: Open
    Duration: 1 month
    Fee: Ksh 24,000
20. Basic Cookery & Kitchen Operation Techniques
    Entry: Open
    Duration: 1 month
    Fee: Ksh 24,000
21. Certificate in Events Planning & Management
    Entry: Open
    Duration: 3 months
    Fee: Ksh 24,000

Proficiency in Foreign Languages

1. Level 1 French – 3 months, Ksh 18,000
2. Level 2 French – 3 months, Ksh 18,000
3. Chinese Level 1 – 3 months, Ksh 19,500
4. Chinese Level 2 – 3 months, Ksh 22,000
5. German A1 – 3 months, Ksh 32,000
6. German A2 – 3 months, Ksh 32,000

Department of Information Technology

Certificate in Computer Packages
Duration: 3 months
Fee: Ksh 5,000 for 10 packages

Contact Information

• Location: Cascade Plaza, Karatina Road, Thika Town
• Contacts: 0703 777 888 / 0791 777 888

Cascade Institute of Hospitality provides a wide range of specialized courses designed to meet the growing demands of the hospitality and tourism industries. Whether you’re seeking short courses or comprehensive diplomas, the institution offers tailored options to suit different career aspirations.