Getting a good education is the best investment you can make in yourself.
That being so, in this post, I will tell you about the best colleges offering diploma courses in Kenya.
I hope that this information will point you in the right direction when choosing which college to apply to.
Best colleges in Kenya offering diploma courses
The list below contains the top public and private colleges plus some other good alternative colleges too.
Kenya Online College (private) – best for IT courses
One thing that makes Kenya Online College to top this list is its world-class trainers…
You see, Kenya Online College employs well-known industry professionals to tutor and mentor their students.
This helps ensure that the students are getting market-relevant skills.
Furthermore, the students are taught using a learn-by-doing approach to ensure a seamless transition from the classroom to the workplace.
Don’t have the time to attend day classes?
Worry not.
Kenya Online College also offers online classes that you can also take advantage of.
The institution has also partnered with some local businesses and companies to offer attachment opportunities for their students for some of their courses.
This goes a long way in helping students to network with potential future employers while still improving their skills.
With that in mind, here are the diploma courses that you can pursue at Kenya Online College:
- Diploma in Software Engineering
- Diploma in Cybersecurity
- Diploma in Digital Marketing
- Diploma in ICT
For any questions, feel free to call/WhatsApp the admissions office on 0797 532 345.
Some other colleges that offer IT courses in Kenya are:
- Ijara Technical and Vocational College (public) – Ijara, Garissa
- Sabatia Technical and Vocational College (public) – Sabatia, Vihiga
Other ways to get in touch:
- Call on 0797 532 345
- Email kenyaonlinecollege@gmail.com
- Fill out our online inquiry form
- Visit our support offices at GatKim Complex, 2nd floor, Temple Road, Behind Ronald Ngala Street Post Office, Nairobi CBD
Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) – best for medical courses
KMTC offers some of the best and most recognized courses in Kenya.
The college has 71 campuses across the country with each county having at least one campus.
As such, you can easily enroll for their diploma courses at your nearest KMTC.
Here are the diploma courses that you can enroll for at KMTC:
- Diploma in Community Health Nursing
- Diploma in Community Health
- Diploma in Health Counselling
- Diploma in Orthopedic Technology
- Diploma in Pharmacy
- Diploma in Nutrition & Dietetics
- Diploma in Clinical Medicine & Surgery
- Diploma in Health Records and Information Technology
- Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences
- Diploma in Medical Engineering
- Diploma in Mortuary Science
- Diploma in Dental Technology
If you have any queries (or for more information), you can reach the KMTC team on 0706 541 869 or visit their website.
If you are not lucky enough to qualify for KMTC, there are still some other good private medical colleges you can enroll at such as:
- Outspan Medical College
- Thika School of Medicine and Health Sciences
Vera Beauty College (private) – best for beauty and cosmetology courses
The college has been training students since 1998 hence its courses are widely recognized.
It is also affiliated with various examination bodies such as NITA, TVET CDACC, KNEC, and CITY & GUILDS.
As of this writing, it has campuses in Nairobi, Thika, Eldoret, Mombasa, and Meru.
With that in mind, here are the diploma courses Vera Beauty College offers:
- Diploma in Cosmetology and Creative Arts
- Diploma in Beauty Therapy
- Diploma in Hairdressing
- Diploma in fashion Design & Creative Arts
- Diploma in Interior Design in Soft Furnishing
- Diploma in Training of Trainers
If you have any questions, you can reach out to their team at info@verabeautycollege.com.
Some other good alternative colleges for beauty-related courses are:
- Ashleys Hair and Beauty Academy
- Lizaya Training Institute
Nyeri National Polytechnic (public) – best for engineering and building & construction courses
This is among the oldest and best colleges to enroll at in Kenya.
It was started in 1977 and has been offering diploma courses since 1991.
And just like its name suggests, the institute is located in Nyeri.
Among some of the diploma programs offered at the Nyeri National Polytechnic are:
- Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (Plant option)
- Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (Production)
- Diploma in Automotive Engineering
- Diploma in Electrical Engineering
- Diploma in Civil Engineering
- Diploma in Building Technology
- Diploma in Quantity Surveying
Contact the Nyeri National Polytechnic team via info@thenyeripoly.ac.ke.
Other alternative colleges with good engineering courses include:
- Kitale National Polytechnic (public) – Kitale
- Kisumu National Polytechnic (public) – Kisumu
Kenya Institute of Professional Studies (private) – best for business-related courses
Commonly known as KIPS, this college has 6 campuses around Nairobi and along Thika Road.
It also offers virtual and distance learning lectures making it a good place to study if you’re a busy professional.
Among some of its best diploma courses are:
- Diploma in Customer Service
- Diploma in Business Management
- Diploma in Sales and Marketing
- Diploma in Human Resource Management
- Diploma in Accountancy
- Diploma in Banking and Finance
- Diploma in Supply Chain Management
- Diploma in Secretarial Management
For assistance, you can email them at courses@kips.co.ke.
However, if you’re unlucky and do not qualify for their courses, here are some other good colleges you can check:
- Nairobi Institute of Business Studies
- Nairobi Technical Training Institute
East African School of Aviation (public) – best for aviation-related courses
Commonly known as EASA, the institute is under the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA).
Not to mention that it’s among the best yet most affordable aviation schools in East Africa.
It has two campuses: one in Embakasi and the other at Wilson Airport.
- Diploma in Air Cargo Management
- Diploma in Air Ground Operations Management
- Diploma in Flight Operations/Dispatch
- Diploma in Aeronautical Engineering (Avionics)
- Diploma in Aeronautical Engineering (Airframes & Engines)
- Diploma in Electrical and Electronics Engineering (Telecommunication option)
- Diploma in Tour and Travel Management
- IATA Diploma in Travel & Tourism Foundation Consultant
- IATA Diploma in Air Cargo Introductory Service
- IATA Diploma in Managing the Travel Business
To learn more about the institution, visit their website.
Amboseli Institute of Hospitality & Technology (private) – best for hospitality & tourism college
The Thika-based AIHT was established in 1996 and it has been offering world-class training in the hospitality sector since then.
It offers the following Diploma courses:
- Diploma in Hospitality Management
- Diploma in Food Production
- Diploma in Culinary Arts
- Diploma in Food and Beverage Service
- Diploma in Front Office Operations
- Diploma in Pastry & Bakery
- Diploma in Tour Guiding Administration
- Diploma in Tourism & Business Studies
For more information, you can email them at marketing@amboseliinstitute.ac.ke.
However, if you’re looking for other good alternative hospitality colleges, then you can try these:
- Kenya Utalii College – public
- Boma International Hospitality College – private
Kenya Institute of Mass Communication (public) – best for journalism-related courses
Commonly known as KIMC, the institution is situated in Nairobi.
The institute offers the following diploma courses:
- Diploma in Journalism
- Diploma in Advertising and Public Relations
- Diploma in Broadcast Journalism
- Diploma in TV Programmes Production
- Diploma in Radio Programmes Production
- Diploma in Animation
- Diploma in Radio and Television Programmes Production
- Diploma in Film/Video Program Production – options available are Production & Directing, Editing, Camera, and Sound
For more information, reach the KIMC team on 0708 262 895 or visit their website.
You can also check out these other good alternative film & journalism colleges:
- Talanta Institute
- Multimedia College
- ICS Technical College
Bukura Agricultural College (public) – best for agriculture courses
Bukura Agricultural College is a state corporation under the Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation.
It’s located in Sigalagala, Bukura, Kakamega county.
You can apply for the following diploma courses at Bukura College:
- Diploma in Agriculture and Biotechnology
- Diploma in Animal Production and Health Management
- Diploma in Agribusiness Management and Marketing
- Diploma in Farm Business Management
- Diploma in Horticulture
- Diploma in Agricultural Irrigation & Drainage Engineering
- Diploma in Agricultural Extension & Community Development
- Diploma in Agriculture and Human Ecology Extension
- Diploma in Animal Health and Production Management
- Diploma in Food and Beverage Production
If you have any information about the college or its courses, you can visit its website or email the school at: principal@bukuracollege.ac.ke.
Some other good alternative colleges you can apply to are:
- Kenya School of Agriculture (public) – Nyeri, Thika, Nakuru, and Eldoret
- Baraka Agriculture College (private) – Nakuru
- Kisumu National Polytechnic (public) – Kisumu
Parting thoughts on the best colleges in Kenya offering diploma courses
Now you have it!
The above colleges are among the best in Kenya when it comes to offering diploma courses in various disciplines.
Remember, when choosing a course, it’s good you ensure you are choosing a marketable diploma course as this will increase your chances of getting a job upon graduation.
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Patrick is a digital marketer and web designer by profession but on the side, he talks about how to use skills to make money online. He studied Applied Statistics at the university. He’s also an avid reader and digital skills trainer. Have any questions? Connect with him on LinkedIn.