Centre Overview
NITA Kisumu is one of the five Industrial Training Centers of the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA). It is located 4km from Kisumu City CBD along the Kisumu – Busia highway, opposite Motor Vehicle Inspection Unit. The Centre has boarding facilities which can accommodate 250 trainees. We admit staff from industry, sponsored or self- sponsored trainees. Our intake is done in January, May and September and twice a term for short courses.
FUNCTIONS
- Industrial Training – Training for pre-employment upgrades skills for both formal and informal sectors
- Levy Administration – Fulfilling one of the mandates of NITA as the regional office in Kisumu
- Industrial Attachment – Fulfilling one of the mandate at the region
- Trade testing – fulfilling the mandate of NITA and also providing a Trade test center for candidates
For enquiries contact us below;
Telephone: +254 20 2695586/9
Mobile No: +254 720 917 897, +254 736 290 676,+254 772 212 488
Hotline: +254 753 244 676
Courses and Centre Sections
- Courses Offered
- Mechanical Engineering
- Building & Civil Engineering
- Automotive Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- ICT
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COURSE ADVERTISEMENT
The National Industrial Training Authority, Kisumu (NITA Kisumu) Centre offers courses for persons in the formal and informal employment and, School leavers in both full time and par time basis. The Centre has boarding facilities for trainees in the full time programmes. Part-time courses may be taken either in the morning or in the afternoon Applications accompanied by copies of the National Identification Card, academic and professional certificates, four passport size photographs, and any other relevant supporting document(s) should be sent to the address below.
THE CENTRE MANAGER
P O BOX 1732-40100, KISUMU
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INDUSTRIAL TRAINING
NITA Kisumu has five Industrial training sections which are, Mechanical, Automotive, Building, Electrical and ICT.
CRAFT PROFICIENCY PROGRAMMES is offered in 3 levels- (Preliminary, Intermediate and Final)
| COST (Kshs. 18,500.00/- level X 3) + Kshs. 500.00/- paid once at registration |
| BOARDING (optional) paid separately at Kshs. 25,000.00/- per term |
Craft proficiency programmes in building engineering section
| # | Course | Minimum Requirement | Course Duration | Mode of Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Masonry | KCSE, Mean Grade D- (Minus) or equivalent | 5 Terms | Full-Time |
| 2 | Carpentry & Joinery | KCSE, Mean Grade D- (Minus) or equivalent | 5 Terms | Full-Time |
| 3 | Plumber, Pipe Fitter | KCSE, Mean Grade D- (Minus) or equivalent | 5 Terms | Full-Time |
| 4 | Painter-Decorator | KCSE, Mean Grade D- (Minus) or equivalent | 5 Terms | Full-Time |
| 5 | Cabinet maker | KCSE, Mean Grade D- (Minus) or equivalent | 5 Terms | Full-Time |
| 6 | Upholstery | KCSE, Mean Grade D- (Minus) or equivalent | 5 Terms | Full-Time |
Craft proficiency programmes in mechanical engineering section
| # | Course | Minimum Requirement | Course Duration | Mode of Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fitter General | KCSE, Mean Grade D- (Minus) or equivalent | 5 Terms | Full-Time |
| 2 | Welding and Fabrication | KCSE, Mean Grade D- (Minus) or equivalent | 5 Terms | Full-Time |
| 3 |
Machinist (Lathe, Milling, Shaping)
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KCSE, Mean Grade D- (Minus) or equivalent | 5 Terms | Full-Time |
Craft proficiency programmes in automotive engineering section
| # | Course | Minimum Requirement | Course Duration | Mode of Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motor Vehicle Mechanics |
KCSE, Mean Grade D- (Minus) or equivalent | 5 Terms | Full-Time |
| 2 | Motor Vehicle Eletrician |
KCSE, Mean Grade D- (Minus) or equivalent | 5 Terms | Full-Time |
| 3 |
Plant mechanics |
KCSE, Mean Grade D- (Minus) or equivalent | 5 Terms | Full-Time |
| 4 |
Power plant mechanics |
KCSE, Mean Grade D- (Minus) or equivalent | 5 Terms | Full-Time |
Craft proficiency programmes in electrical engineering section
| # | Course | Minimum Requirement | Course Duration | Mode of Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Electrical Installation |
KCSE, Mean Grade D- (Minus) or equivalent | 5 Terms | Full-Time |
| 2 | Electronics Mechanic |
KCSE, Mean Grade D- (Minus) or equivalent | 5 Terms | Full-Time |
SHORT / SKILLS UPGRADING COURSES IN BUILDING ENGINEERING SECTION
Fee per level, (Ksh. 9,250 level 3 levels ) + (Ksh. 500.00 paid once at registration)
| # | Course | Minimum Entry Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Carpentry & Joinery | OPEN |
| 2 | Plumbing/Pipe Fitter | OPEN |
| 3 |
Painter/Decorator |
OPEN |
| 4 |
Sign writing |
OPEN |
| 5 |
Polishing |
OPEN |
| 6 |
Masonry |
OPEN |
SPECIALISED COURSE IN BUILDING AND CIVIL ENGINEERING SECTION FULL-TIME (FT) AND PART-TIME
| # | Course | Minimum Entry Requirement | Cost (Kshs.) | Course Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Archi CAD | Open |
12,000/- | 3 Weeks (Full Time) |
SHORT/ SKILLS UPGRADING IN MECHANICAL ENGINEERING SECTION
| # | Course | Minimum Entry Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Boiler Operation | KCSE, Mean Grade D-(Minus) |
| 2 | Fitter General | Open |
| 3 | Arc Weilding | Open |
| 4 | Gas Weilding | Open |
| 5 | Machinist (Lathe, Milling, Shaping) | Open |
SPECIALISED COURSES IN MECHANICAL ENGINEERING SECTION FULL-TIME (FT) AND EVENING
| # | Course | Minimum Entry Requirement | Cost (Kshs.) | Course Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MIG and TIG Weilding | Open |
25,000/- | 3 Weeks (Full Time) |
| 2 | Industrial AutoCAD | Certificate in Mechanical /Auto or Building Courses | 12,000/- | 2 Weeks (Full Time) |
SHORT/ SKILLS UPGRADING COURSES IN AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING SECTION
Fees per Level: Kshs. 9,750.00/-, Kshs. 9,250.00/- Kshs. 9250.00/- for three levels
| # | Course | Minimum Entry Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motor Vehicle Repair Engine Service | Open |
| 2 | Motor Vehicle Electrician | Open |
| 3 | Panel Beating and Spray Painting | Open |
| 4 | Refrigeration and Air Conditioning | Open |
| 5 | Motor Cycle Repair and Maintenance | Open |
SHORT/ SKILLS UPGRADING IN ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING SECTION
(Fees per Level, Kshs. 9,750.00/-, 9,250.00/-, Kshs.9,250.00/- for three levels)
| # | Course | Minimum Entry Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Electrical Installation | Open |
| 2 | Electronic Mechanic | Open |
| 3 | Motor Control | Open |
| 4 | Instrumentation Mechanic | Open |
Mechanical Engineering Section
Mechanical Engineering is one of the pioneer sections of NITA Kisumu. The section is training both short courses (skill upgrading) and long courses (industrial craft) in mechanical based courses for the manufacturing sector of the economy.
This section encompasses five broad discipline areas of engineering, namely Turner Machinist, Welding and Fabrication, Fitter general, Moulders, Sheet Metal Works and Boiler Technology.
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The section is committed to providing skill upgrading, special courses, craft and in-house training programs in the broader Building and Civil Engineering sector.
The courses are conducted during normal working hours, evening and in industrial premises.
Building section has the following sub-sections
| Masonry and Tile Placing |
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This section comprises of four sub-sections which works closely to fulfill the mandate of the center. These include
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This section has three broad sub-sections, these are:
| Mortar Rewinding |
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| The mission of the ICT Department is to produce competent trainees in the field of technology and also provide, coordinate, and facilitate the use of technology and information resources to the satisfaction of the institution | ||
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