Hospitality & Institutional Management Courses
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Unleash your creativity and serve with style! Our programs in fashion design, beauty therapy, hairdressing, and food & beverage service prepare you for exciting careers in Kenya's growing creative and hospitality industries.
KNEC Fashion, Beauty & Hospitality Courses
| Course | Entry Requirement | Duration | Examining Body |
|---|---|---|---|
| Artisan in Fashion Design & Garment Making | KCPE or KCSE D- (Minus) | 1 Year | KNEC |
| Artisan in Hairdressing & Beauty Therapy | KCPE or KCSE D- (Minus) | 1 Year | KNEC |
| Artisan in Food & Beverage Service | KCPE or KCSE D- (Minus) | 1 Year | KNEC |
| Craft Certificate in Fashion Design & Clothing Technology | KCSE D (Plain) or Pass in Artisan | 2 Years (2 modules) | KNEC |
| Craft Certificate in Beauty Therapy & Cosmetology | KCSE D (Plain) or Pass in Artisan | 2 Years (2 modules) | KNEC |
| Craft Certificate in Food & Beverage Production | KCSE D (Plain) or Pass in Artisan | 2 Years (2 modules) | KNEC |
| Diploma in Fashion Design & Marketing | KCSE C- (Minus) or Pass in Craft Certificate | 3 Years (3 modules, industrial attachment included) | KNEC |
| Diploma in Food & Beverage Management | KCSE C- (Minus) or Pass in Craft Certificate | 3 Years (3 modules, industrial attachment included) | KNEC |
- Intakes: January, May, September
- All programs include practical workshops & industrial attachment.
- Mode: Full-time & Part-time (where available)
TVET CBET Modular Programs
| Level | Course Name | Entry Requirement | Duration | Award |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 4 | Artisan Certificate in Fashion Design | KCPE or KCSE D- (Minus) | 1 Year | CBET/TVET CDACC |
| Level 4 | Artisan Certificate in Beauty Therapy | KCPE or KCSE D- (Minus) | 1 Year | CBET/TVET CDACC |
| Level 4 | Artisan Certificate in Food Production | KCPE or KCSE D- (Minus) | 1 Year | CBET/TVET CDACC |
| Level 5 | Craft Certificate in Fashion Design | KCSE D (Plain) or Pass in Level 4 | 1 Year/Module | CBET/TVET CDACC |
| Level 5 | Craft Certificate in Cosmetology | KCSE D (Plain) or Pass in Level 4 | 1 Year/Module | CBET/TVET CDACC |
| Level 6 | Diploma in Fashion Design & Entrepreneurship | KCSE C- (Minus) or Pass in Level 5 | 1 Year/Module (typically 2-3 years overall) | CBET/TVET CDACC |
| Level 6 | Diploma in Food & Beverage Management | KCSE C- (Minus) or Pass in Level 5 | 1 Year/Module (typically 2-3 years overall) | CBET/TVET CDACC |
- Creative, flexible modular progression for artistic careers
- Competence-based with emphasis on practical skills
- Portfolio-based assessment with industry exposure
NITA Certified Creative & Service Trade Tests
| Trade/Area | Grades/Level | Entry Requirement | Duration | Examining Body |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressing | Grade III, II, I | Open to all (Basic literacy recommended) | 3-6 Months/Grade | NITA |
| Beauty Therapy | Grade III, II, I | Open to all (Basic literacy recommended) | 3-6 Months/Grade | NITA |
| Garment Making | Grade III, II, I | Open to all (Basic literacy recommended) | 3-6 Months/Grade | NITA |
| Food Production | Grade III, II, I | Open to all (Basic literacy recommended) | 3-6 Months/Grade | NITA |
| Food & Beverage Service | Grade III, II, I | Open to all (Basic literacy recommended) | 3-6 Months/Grade | NITA |
- Creative and service-oriented trade certifications
- Hands-on, practical training for immediate employability
- Eligible for NITA Trade Tests I, II & III (each grade is a separate exam)
Create, Style & Serve Excellence!
Apply today and turn your passion into a rewarding career!
