This article details the educational offerings at the Kisumu Institute of Community Development Training (KICDT), which is dedicated to fostering social change through community development. Located at the Rabuor Centre, opposite Otieno Oyoo Secondary School along the Nairobi-Kisumu Road, KICDT provides a vital educational resource for jobless youth by offering a broad spectrum of training programs.
KICDT offers a variety of programs accredited by TVET and NITA, including Diploma, Certificate, Artisan, and Vocational courses.
Kisumu Institute of Community Development Training Course Offerings
School of Engineering Technology
- Department of Electrical Engineering
- Various levels of Artisan and Craft Certificates in Electrical Installation, and Electrical & Electronics, with durations ranging from 2 to 5 terms, accommodating KCPE/KCSE qualifiers.
- Diplomas in Electrical & Electronic Engineering, specializing in Power, Telecom, or Instrumentation, requiring 3 years of study for those with a minimum KCSE Mean Grade of C-.
- Department of Mechanical Engineering
- Artisan and Craft Certificates in fields like Welding, Fabrication, and Motor Vehicle Technology, with programs spanning from 2 years to 5 terms.
- Diplomas in Automotive Engineering for students with a minimum KCSE Mean Grade of C- over a 3-year period.
School of Building and Civil Engineering
- Offers Artisan and Craft Certificates in Masonry, Plumbing, Painting & Decoration, and Carpentry & Joinery.
- Diplomas available in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Highway Engineering, Land Surveying, and Architecture, each requiring a 3-year commitment.
School of Computing and Information Technology
- Certificate and Diploma programs in Information Communication Technology and Library and Information Studies, catering to students with various educational backgrounds.
School of Business and Social Sciences
- A wide range of Certificate and Diploma courses in Secretarial Studies, Marketing, Supplies Management, Accounting, Banking & Finance, Business Administration, and more.
- Social Sciences department offers certifications and diplomas in Early Childhood Education, Social Work, Community Development, and Counselling.
School of Natural Resources & Agricultural Technology
- Courses in Agriculture and Environmental Science, including Artisan Certificates, Craft Certificates, and Diplomas.
School of Hospitality and Consumer Technology
- Programs in Food & Beverage Production & Service, Catering, Accommodation, Dietetics Management, and more.
- The Department of Beauty and Hairdressing Cosmetology provides training in Hair Dressing and Beauty Therapy.
CBET Courses
- Levels 3 to 6 in Masonry, Hairdressing & Beauty Therapy, Front Office Operations, Electrical Installation, Plumbing, and more.
For those interested in any of the programs, they can reach out to KICDT at the contact details provided below.
Contact Information for Kisumu Institute of Community Development Training
- Location: Rabuor Centre, opposite Otieno Oyoo Secondary School, along the Nairobi-Kisumu Road.
- Phone: 0754 009 282/ 0722 561 597.
- Email: [email protected].
