In this article, we will delve into the diverse courses offered at NITA, their requirements, and fee structure. The National Industrial Training Authority (NITA) is a prominent state corporation in Kenya dedicated to enhancing the quality and effectiveness of industrial training.
With a wide range of courses available, NITA caters to individuals in the formal and informal sectors through proficiency, skills upgrading, artisan, and tailor-made programs.
NITA offers its courses in its 5 industrial training centres spread across the country. These branches are:
List of National Industrial Training Authority (NITA) Branches
- NITA Athi River
- NITA Kisumu
- NITA Mombasa
- NITA Nairobi
- NITA Textile Training Institute
Additionally, NITA serves as the examining body for all its courses, ensuring the credibility and standardization of training across industries. Without delay, here is a list of all courses offered at NITA.
Automotive Department
- EFI Diagnostics
- Engine Repair and Service
- Motor Vehicle Electricals and Electronics
- Motor Vehicle Mechanics
- Motorcycle and Small Engines
- On-board Diagnostics and Electronic Diagnostics of Vehicles (OBD)
- Panel Beating and Spray Painting
- Vehicle Upholstery
ICT Department
- MS Office Packages and Internet
- Data Communication and Computer Networks
- Entrepreneurship and Soft Skills
- MS Publisher, Adobe Pagemaker
- Computer Hardware Maintenance, Installation, and Repair
- Introduction to Computer and Operating Systems
- Industrial AutoCAD
- Computer Programming
- Web Development and Graphics Design
- Accounting Packages
- Microprocessor Technology
Electrical Department
- Electrical Wireman
- Solar Power Installation
- Motor Rewinding
- Power Generator Repair and Maintenance
- Electronic Mechanics (Charge Controllers, Inverters, Radio, TV, DVD, CCTV)
- Electrical Installation and Wiring
- Motor Control
Mechanical Department
- Arc Welding
- CNC Lathe and Milling Machining
- Filter and Mechanical Maintenance
- Gas Welding
- General Fitting
- High-Pressure Welding
- MIG and TIG Welding
- Turning/Machining (Lathe, Milling, and Shaping)
- Welding and Fabricating
Building Department
- Block Making
- Cabinet Maker and Polishing
- Carpentry and Joinery
- Leatherwork
- Masonry
- Painter/Decorator
- Plumbing and Pipefitting
- Polishing
- PVC Panels Ceiling
- Shoemaking
- Signwriting
- Tiling
NITA Short Skill Upgrading Courses (SUG)
- Arc Welding
- Carpentry & Joinery/Cabinet Making
- Electrical Installation
- Electronics Mechanic
- Fitter General
- Gas Welding
- Machinist (Lathe, Milling, Shaping)
- Masonry/Tiling/Block Making
- Motor Controls
- Motor Rewinding/Power Generators Repair & Maintenance
- Motor Vehicle Electrician
- Motor Vehicle Mechanics
- Painter/Decorator/Polishing
- Panel Beating and Spray Painting
- Plumbing/Pipe Fitter
- Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)
- Solar Installation
- TI (Technical Instructor)
- Vehicle Upholstery
Course Requirements
Here are the course durations and entry requirements for admission into the various NITA programs across its institutions in Kenya:
Artisan Courses:
- Duration: Up to 5 terms
- Entry Requirements: KCPE certificate or its equivalent
Craft Courses:
- Duration: 5 terms
- Entry Requirements: D- (minus) in KCSE or equivalent
Skill Upgrading and Tailor-made Courses:
- Duration: 6 weeks (negotiable)
- Entry Requirements: Recognition of prior learning, Government trade test, or any other recognized qualifications
Craft Proficiency Courses:
- Levels: Preliminary, Intermediate, and Final
- Trainees in regular craft and artisan courses are required to complete 3 months of in-center training and 6 months of in-plant attachment before certification at each level.
To obtain certification at each level, trainees in regular craft and artisan courses are required to undergo 3 months of in-center training and 6 months of in-plant attachment.
NITA Fee Structure
Below is a breakdown of the fees. The fees for NITA Kenya courses, payable upon admission, are subject to change at the discretion of the Authority.
| Course Type | Fee Amount (Ksh) |
| Regular Course | 20,800 |
| Crafts Proficiency | 20,800 |
| Industrial Artisan | 20,800 |
| Skill Upgrading Fee | 11,550 |
| Specialized Courses | 25,000/Negotiable |
| Accommodation | |
| – Four Weeks | 8,500 |
| – Six Weeks | 12,250 |
| – One Term | 25,000 |
How to Apply
Registration and application for NITA courses can be completed on the NITA portal, accessible at nita.go.ke
NITA Contacts
Postal Address: P.O. BOX 74494-00200, Nairobi
Phone Number: +254-720-917897,254-736-290676,+254-772-212488, +254-753-244676
Email Address: directorgeneral@nita.go.ke
