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Department of Agriculture

Grow your future! Our Agriculture programs offer you vital skills for modern farming, agribusiness, and sustainable rural development—empowering you to increase food security and agripreneurship across Kenya.

KNEC Agriculture Courses

Course Entry Requirement Duration Examining Body
Artisan in General Agriculture KCPE or KCSE D- (Minus) 1 Year KNEC
Craft Certificate in Agriculture KCSE D (Plain) or Pass in Artisan 2 Years (2 modules) KNEC
Diploma in Agriculture (General, Animal or Crop Production, Horticulture, Agribusiness) KCSE C- (Minus) or Pass in Craft Certificate 3 Years (3 modules, industrial attachment included) KNEC

TVET CBET Modular Programs

Course Title Level Duration Awarding Body Description
Agricultural Technician Level 4 1 Year TVET CDACC Foundational agricultural competencies including crop production, livestock handling, and farm safety.
Agricultural Technician Level 5 1 Year TVET CDACC Intermediate training in farm management, agribusiness, and sustainable agricultural practices.
Agricultural Technician Level 6 2–3 Years TVET CDACC Advanced competencies in agricultural systems management, innovation, and leadership.
Agri-Business and Entrepreneurship Level 5 1 Year TVET CDACC Training in value addition, agribusiness start-up skills, marketing, and agricultural finance.
Agricultural Machinery Operation & Maintenance Level 4 6–12 Months TVET CDACC Practical training in farm machinery operation, servicing, and maintenance.

NITA Certified Agriculture Trade Tests

Trade Area Grades/Level Entry Requirement Duration Examining Body
General Agriculture Operations Grade III, II, I Open to all (Basic literacy recommended) 3-6 Months/Grade NITA
Horticulture Grade III, II, I Open to all (Basic literacy recommended) 3-6 Months/Grade NITA
Agri-business Support Certificate Open to all (Basic literacy recommended) 3-6 Months NITA
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