In this article, we will have a look at the certificate courses offered at Utalii College. This is the best hospitality and tourism training institution in Kenya. Since its establishment in 1973, it has trained over 60,000 graduates.
The school’s main campus is located in Ruaraka along the Thika Super Highway. They have satellite campuses in the Nairobi CBD, Mombasa, and Kisumu.
Utalii College Certificate Courses and Entry Requirements
1. Certificate in Travel Operations
Entry Requirements
KCSE Aggregate C- with a English C- and Mathematics/Geography D+ or any other equivalent qualification or KUC graduates of 6 months Travel Agency Techniques (TAT) course may apply provided they passed with Distinction or Credit.
2. Tour Guiding and Administration
Entry Requirements
KCSE Aggregate C- with a English C- and History/Geography D+ or any other equivalent qualification or KUC graduates of 6 months Travel Agency Techniques (TAT) course may apply provided they passed with Distinction or Credit.
3. Certificate in Food Production
Entry Requirements
KCSE Aggregate C- with, English C- and Mathematics/Home Science D+ or any other equivalent qualification or KUC graduates of short course: Kitchen Operations Techniques/Cake Making & Decorations/Pastry & Bakery may apply provided they passed with Distinction or Credit.
4. Housekeeping and Laundry Course
Entry Requirements
KCSE Aggregate C-, English C- or any other equivalent qualification. 3rd Division at “O” Level, or its equivalent with a credit in English Language, and a pass in Mathematics.
5. Food & Beverage Service and Sales
Entry Requirements
Kenya Certificate of Education C-, English C- or any other equivalent qualification. 3rd Division at “O” Level, or its equivalent with a credit in English Language, and a pass in Mathematics.
6. Certificate in Front Office Operations
Entry Requirements
KCSE Aggregate C- with, English C- and Mathematics/Business Studies D+ or any other equivalent qualification or KUC graduates of short course: Reception Techniques may apply provided they passed with Distinction or Credit OR 2nd Division at Credit.
Self Sponsored Certificate Courses
1.Certificate in Food & Beverage Service and Sales
Duration: 1 ½ Years
Requirements: KCSE Aggregate C-, English C- or any other equivalent qualification
Mode of Study: Full Time
Tuition: Kshs. 166,700 or US$ 8,000
Campus: Main, Kisumu & Mombasa Campus
2. Certificate in Housekeeping & Laundry
Duration: 1 ½ Years
Requirements: KCSE Aggregate C-, English C- or any other equivalent qualification
Mode of Study: Full Time
Tuition: Kshs. 160,000 or US$ 8,000
Campus: Main Campus
3. Certificate in Front Office Operations
Duration: 1 ½ Years
Requirements: KCSE Aggregate C-, English C- and Mathematics/ Business Studies D+ or any other equivalent qualification.
Mode of Study: Full Time
Tuition: Kshs. 156,700 or US$ 8,000
Campus: Main Campus
Kenya Utalii College Contacts
You can call +254 722 205 492 or +254 733 600 584 for further inquiries.
