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Catalogue of NITA Curricula

Catalogue of NITA Curricula
The National industrial training Authority (NITA) curriculum equips trainees with practical skills and industry-relevant knowledge, ensuring job readiness through competency based training and real industrial exposure. With a strong focus on hands-on training and industry collaboration, it enhances technical skills proficiency, problem-solving, and career growth.
 
To meet labor market demands, the Authority has developed the following curricula:
Updated List of QPs/NOS, Curricula and Assessment Guidelines Gazetted
A. Computer Trades
1. Computer Operator –Level 2, 3 and 4
2. Graphic Designer- Level 2, 3 and 4

B. Apparel Trades
1. Machine Knitter - Level 2, 3 and 4
2. Apparel Pattern Maker – Level 4
3. Sewing Machine Operator - Level 2 and 3
4. Apparel Quality Checker- Level 4
5. Tie and Dye Decorator - Level 2
6. Batik Decorator - Level 2
7. Hand Screen Printer - Level 2 and 3
8. Garment Production Supervisor- Level 5
9. Dressmaker- Level 2, 3 and 4
10. Tailor- Level 2, 3 and 4
11. Upholsterer - Level 2, 3 and 4
12. Sewing Machine Mechanic- Level 2
13. Handloom Operator- Level 2

C. Building Trades
1. Scaffold Fitter- Level 2, 3 and 4
2. Terrazzo/Granolithic Layer – Level 2, 3 and 4
3. Landscaper- Level 2, 3 and 4
4. Form Worker- Level 2, 3 and 4
5. Glazier- Level 2, 3 and 4
6. Steel Fixer- Level 2, 3 and 4
7. Interior Decorator- 3 and 4
8. Cabinet Maker - Level 2, 3 and 4
9. Carpentry and Joiner- Level 2, 3 ,4 and 5
10. Mason- Level 2, 3, 4 and 5
11. Painter Decorator- Level 2, 3 and 4
12. Plumber and Pipe Fitter- Level 2, 3 ,54 and 5
13. Polisher- Level 2, 3 and 4
14. Sign Writer- Level 2, 3 and 4
15. Tile Layer- Level 2, 3 and 4
16. Wood Carver - Level I2, 3 and 4
17. Wood Machinist - Level 2, 3 and 4
18. Plasterer – Level 2
19. Dry Wall Installer- Level 2
20. Cabro Installer- Level 2

D. Automotive Trades
1. Light Vehicle Mechanic- Level 2, 3, 4 and 5
2. Vehicle Body Builder - Level 2, 3 and 4
3. Power Generation Mechanic - Level 3, 4 and 5
4. Earth Moving Plant Operator - Level 2, 3 and 4
5. Lifting Plant Operator- Level 2, 3 and 4
6. Motorcycle Mechanics- Level 2, 3 and 4
7. Motor Vehicle Assembler – Level 5
8. Plant Mechanic - Level 2, 3, 4 and 5
9. Panel Beater- Level 2, 3 and 4
10. Spray Painter- Level 2, 3 and 4
11. Motor Vehicle Electrician- Level 2, 3,4 and 5
12. Advanced Safe Defensive Driver -Level 3 (Partial Qualification)
13. Motor Vehicle Inspector- Level 7 (Partial Qualification)
14. Rating Motorman- Level 2
 
E. Agricultural Trades
1. Flower Grower - Level 2, 3 and 4
2. Mechanical Tea Harvester Level 2
3. Ranching - Level 2, 3 and 4
4. Dairy Processing Operator - Level 2, 3 and 4
5. Mushroom Farmer- Level 2, 3 and 4
6. Poultry Farmer- Level 2, 3 and 4
7. Apiarist- Level- Level 2
8. Beehive Fabricator- Level 3
9. Dairy Farm Worker- Level 2
10. Fish Farm Worker- Level 2
 
F. Hospitality Trades
1. Food and Beverage Service- Level 2, 3 and 4
2. Food and Beverage Production- Level 2, 3 and 4
3. Housekeeper - Level 2, 3 and 4
4. Pastry Cook- Level 2, 3 and 4
G. Leather Technology Trades
1. Footwear Cutter - Level 2
2. Footwear Stitcher - Level 2
3. Shoe Maker- Level 2, 3 and 4
4. Leather Worker- Level 2, 3 and 4
H. Music Trades
1. Music Instrumentalist- Level 2, 3 and 4
2. Music Producer- Level 2, 3 and 4

I. Media and Communication Trades
1. Photographer- Level 2, 3 and 4
2. Videographer- Level 2, 3 and 4
3. Painting Artist - Level 2
J. Security Trades
1. Private Security Officer –Level 2
2. Private Security Supervisor –Level 3
3. Armourer - Level 2, 3 and 4
 
K. Mechanical Trades
1. Arc Welder - Level 2, 3, 4 and 5
2. Gas Welder- Level 2, 3 and 4
3. General Fitter- Level 2, 3 and 4
4. Sheet Metal -- Level 2, 3 and 4
5. Turner Machinist- Level 2, 3,4 and 5
6. Moulder - Level 2, 3 and 4
7. Boiler Operator- Level 2
8. Pipeline Welder- Level 5 and 6
 
L. Air Conditioning and Refrigeration
1. Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic- Level 2, 3, 4 and 5

M. Electrical Trades
1. Solar Photovoltaic- Level 4, 5
2. Electrical Fitter- Level 2, 3 and 4
3. Electrical Wireman - Level 2, 3, 4 and 5
4. Electronic Mechanic - Level 2, 3, 4 and 5
5. Electrical Motor Rewinding- Level 2

N. Hair Dressing and Beauty
1. Hairdressing - Level 2, 3, 4 and 5
2. Beauty Therapy - Level 2, 3, 4 and 5
 
O. Energy
1. Petroleum Products Handler –Level 2
 
P. Personal Care Workers
1. Homecare Assistant- Level 2
2. Caregiver- Level 3
3. Childcare Giver- Level 2

Q. Cosmetology
1. Beauty Therapist - Level 2, 3, 4 and 5
2. Hairdresser - Level 2, 3, 4 and 5

R. Others
1. Airport Operation Officer- Level 2
2. Property Caretaker- Level 4
3. Oil and Gas Lab Technologist- Level 6
4. Retail Store Attendant- Level 3
5. Events Decorator- Level 2

Career Opportunities

 

NITA external job advert 2022

National Industrial Training Authority (NITA) is a State Corporation established under the Industrial Training (Amendment) Act of 2011. The mandate of the Authority is to promote the highest standards in the quality and efficiency of industrial training in Kenya and ensure an adequate supply of properly trained manpower at all levels in the industry.
The Authority wishes to recruit results oriented Kenyan citizens with drive, vision and creativity to fill various positions at its Headquarters based in Nairobi and other centers to ensure delivery of its mandate.

Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified persons to fill the following vacancies in the Authority: -

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Candidates are also required to download and duly fill the NITA APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT FORM REF. NO. NITA /HR&A/F/33.

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NTTI (NITA Textile Training Institute)

 

 

NITA Textile Training Institute (N-TTI) is centre under the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA) - a semi-autonomous Government agency established under the Industrial Training (Amendment) Act 2011 for the purpose of regulating industrial training in Kenya.  It is located along Commercial Street, Industrial Area, Nairobi.
 
The Centre offers a wide range of courses geared towards the textile value chain in Spinning, Weaving, Processing and Garment Making.  It has a vertically integrated cotton, cotton-blend based simulation of a textile processing mill.
 
The training offered drives the Authority’s Vision forward of being“a globally competitive and adequate workforce for industrial development”, in the Textile and Apparel Sector, Leather goods and products and multi-disciplinary fields that support the Textile, Clothing and Fashion industry.
 
We are committed to our Mission, to provide quality industrial training for enhanced productivity.

 

Get In Touch

Director General, NITA
Commercial Street, Industrial Area Nairobi

  • Telephone: +254-20-2695586/9
  • Mobile No: +254-720-917897,254-736-290676,+254-772-212488
  • Email: directorgeneral@nita.go.ke
  • Hotline: +254-753-244676
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