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Our Certificate Courses

Build a solid academic and professional foundation with our nationally accredited certificate programmes across five schools. Tuition is billed per term (see programme tables). Recognised by CDACC and designed to launch or advance your career. Intake is monthly for every programme — new classes start each month, subject to capacity.

5 Schools
14 Programmes
CDACC Examining Body
4 Terms

School 1

School of Cosmetology

Certificate Programmes — 4 Terms — CDACC

Programme Duration Fees per term (KSh) Entry
Craft Certificate in Hairdressing 4 Terms 25,000 OPEN Apply
Craft Certificate in Beauty Therapy 4 Terms 25,000 OPEN Apply
Certificate in Cosmetology Free practical kit 4 Terms 25,000 OPEN Apply
Key Study Areas
Skin Care & Facial Therapy Hairdressing Techniques Nail Technology Beauty Business Management Lash & Brow Artistry Salon Health & Safety Client Communication Make-up Application

Why Cosmetology?

Beauty and personal care is a thriving, resilient industry. Our hands-on four-term certificate equips you with professional-grade skills ready for employment or self-employment from day one.

  • Industry-standard equipment & salon
  • Practical client sessions each week
  • CDACC national certification
  • Entrepreneurship & salon management
  • Career placement support
Career Prospects:

Hairdresser, Beauty Therapist, Nail Technician, Cosmetologist, Spa Technician, Salon Owner / Manager

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School 2

School of Counselling & Psychology

Certificate Programmes — 4 Terms — CDACC

Why Counselling?

Mental health is one of the fastest-growing fields globally. These certificate programmes open doors to NGOs, schools, hospitals, and private practice with nationally recognised credentials.

  • Evidence-based counselling techniques
  • Supervised practice sessions
  • CDACC national certification
  • Ethics & professional standards
  • Pathway to Diploma in Counselling
Career Prospects:

Counselling Assistant, Peer Counsellor, Community Counsellor, Mental Health Support Worker, Rehabilitation Aide, Youth Mentor

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Programme Duration Fees per term (KSh) Entry
Certificate in Counselling & Psychology 4 Terms 25,000 D− Apply
Certificate in Marriage & Family Counselling 4 Terms 25,000 D− Apply
Key Study Areas
Introduction to Psychology Basic Counselling Skills Grief & Trauma Support Child & Adolescent Development Addiction Counselling Basics Ethics in Counselling Communication & Active Listening Community Mental Health

School 3

School of Social Work & Community Development

Certificate Programmes — 4 Terms — CDACC

Programme Duration Fees per term (KSh) Entry
Certificate in Social Work & Community Development 4 Terms 25,000 D− Apply
Key Study Areas
Social Work Principles & Ethics Case Management Fundamentals Community Mobilisation Child Protection & Rights Project Planning & M&E Gender & Social Inclusion Report Writing & Documentation Field Attachment / Internship

Why Social Work?

Make a measurable difference in communities. These programmes are ideal for NGO workers, government officers, and community volunteers seeking formal, nationally recognised credentials.

  • Mandatory field attachment
  • NGO & government curriculum alignment
  • CDACC national certification
  • Community project design & evaluation
  • Pathway to Diploma in Social Work
Career Prospects:

Social Work Assistant, Case Worker, Community Outreach Officer, Field Officer, Programme Aide, Youth Worker

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School 4

School of ICT & Artificial Intelligence

Certificate Programmes — 4 Terms — CDACC

Why ICT & AI?

Digital skills are the most in-demand across every sector in Kenya and globally. Our certificate pathways give you a credentialed foundation in technology — from ICT technician skills to cyber security and graphic design.

  • Fully equipped computer labs
  • Microsoft Office & Google Workspace
  • CDACC national certification
  • Introduction to AI & data tools
  • Pathway to Diploma in ICT
Career Prospects:

ICT Technician, IT Support Officer, Data Entry Clerk, Network Assistant, Computer Operator, Office Technology Specialist

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Programme Duration Fees per term (KSh) Entry
Certificate in ICT Technician 4 Terms 25,000 D− Apply
Certificate in Cyber Security 4 Terms 25,000 D− Apply
Certificate in Graphic Design New 4 Terms 25,000 D− Apply
Key Study Areas
Computer Fundamentals Microsoft Office Suite Internet & Digital Literacy Computer Hardware & Maintenance Basic Networking & LAN Setup Database Fundamentals Introduction to Programming AI & Emerging Technologies

School 5

School of Business Studies

Certificate Programmes — 4 Terms — CDACC

Programme Duration Fees per term (KSh) Entry
Certificate in Business Management 4 Terms 25,000 D− Apply
Certificate in Human Resource Management 4 Terms 25,000 D− Apply
Certificate in Project Management 4 Terms 25,000 D− Apply
Certificate in Supply Chain Management 4 Terms 25,000 D− Apply
Certificate in Marketing / Marketing Management 4 Terms 25,000 D− Apply
Key Study Areas
Business Communication Financial Accounting Fundamentals Office Administration Customer Relationship Management Entrepreneurship & Innovation Business Law & Ethics Digital Marketing Basics Records & Information Management

Why Business Studies?

Business skills are universally valued. Whether you plan to work in the corporate sector, run your own enterprise, or advance in government, a certificate in business provides the essential grounding.

  • Real-world business simulations
  • Accounting software training
  • CDACC national certification
  • Entrepreneurship & pitch modules
  • Pathway to Diploma in Business
Career Prospects:

Office Administrator, Accounts Clerk, Cashier, Business Development Officer, Entrepreneur, Customer Service Representative

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Admission Information

Everything you need to prepare before joining a certificate programme. Tuition is charged per term as shown in the tables above.

Admission Requirements

  • KCSE Certificate / Result Slip (see minimum grades below)
  • 2 coloured passport-size photos
  • Copy of National ID / Passport
  • 1 ream of A4 papers
  • 1 spring file
  • Monthly intake — new cohorts start every month for all certificate programmes (subject to capacity)
  • Medical fitness certificate (required for Cosmetology)

All documents to be submitted at the time of registration. Originals may be requested for verification.

Minimum Entry Grades by Programme
Cosmetology (Craft / Certificate)OPEN
Counselling & Psychology; Marriage & FamilyKCSE D−
Social Work & Community DevelopmentKCSE D−
ICT Technician; Cyber Security; Graphic DesignKCSE D−
Business Management; HRM; Project Mgmt; SCM; MarketingKCSE D−

Admission Charges

Registration Fee KSh 2,000
Portfolio & Target Books KSh 1,500
T-Shirts (Uniform) KSh 1,000
Student ID Card KSh 500
CDACC Exam Registration KSh 3,500
Total One-time Charges KSh 8,500

One-time charges payable at registration. Tuition is billed per term.

Intake
MONTHLY
All certificate programmes — new classes start every month, subject to capacity.

Apply early to secure your seat. Late applications considered when places remain.

Why Choose Our Certificate Programmes?

Six compelling reasons students choose our CDACC-accredited certificate programmes over other options.

CDACC Accredited

All certificates are issued by the Curriculum Development, Assessment and Certification Council — Kenya's national body — giving you a qualification that employers and institutions nationwide recognise.

Pathway to Diploma

Completing your certificate gives you direct credit recognition towards our diploma programmes. Progress seamlessly to the next level without repeating content you have already mastered.

Four-Term Foundation

Gain a nationally recognised qualification over four focused terms. Structured theory and practice help you build skills efficiently while keeping tuition clear: per term, every term.

Hands-On Learning

Theory is reinforced through practical sessions, lab work, field attachments, and real client/community interaction — so you graduate work-ready, not just exam-ready.

Expert Faculty

Our lecturers are practising professionals in their fields — bringing real industry insight, current case studies, and mentorship that goes beyond the textbook.

Affordable Fees

Certificate tuition is KSh 25,000 per term across the programmes listed — payable term by term to ease budgeting.

Ready to Enrol in a Certificate Programme?

Intake is monthly for all certificate programmes — new cohorts begin every month. Apply today and build the foundation your career deserves.