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All 14 certificate programmes

Each programme has a dedicated page with career value, syllabus coverage, fees per term, entry requirements, and how to apply.

Hairdressing

National craft certificate in cutting, styling, colouring and salon operations.

4 Terms KSh 30,000 / term
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Beauty Therapy

Skincare, facial therapy, body treatments and spa-ready professional practice.

4 Terms KSh 30,000 / term
View programme details

Cosmetology

Integrated beauty qualification — hair, skin, nails, makeup and salon business.

4 Terms KSh 30,000 / term
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Counselling & Psychology

Foundational helping skills, psychology basics and ethical practice for support roles.

4 Terms KSh 22,000 / term
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Marriage & Family

Couples communication, family systems and conflict resolution for community practice.

4 Terms KSh 22,000 / term
View programme details

Social Work

Community mobilisation, case work, child protection and project skills for NGOs and government.

4 Terms KSh 32,000 / term
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ICT Technician

Hardware, software, networking and workplace digital skills for IT support roles.

4 Terms KSh 32,000 / term
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Cyber Security

Threat awareness, secure systems and baseline defence for modern organisations.

4 Terms KSh 32,000 / term
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Graphic Design

Visual communication, branding, digital design tools and portfolio-ready creative work.

4 Terms KSh 32,000 / term
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Business Management

Operations, communication, accounting basics and entrepreneurship for workplace leadership.

4 Terms KSh 32,000 / term
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Human Resource Management

Recruitment, HR records, labour basics and employee relations for HR support roles.

4 Terms KSh 32,000 / term
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Project Management

Plan, schedule, budget and monitor projects for NGOs, government and business.

4 Terms KSh 32,000 / term
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Supply Chain Management

Procurement, inventory, logistics and supplier relations for operations roles.

4 Terms KSh 32,000 / term
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Marketing Management

Market research, branding, sales support and digital marketing fundamentals.

4 Terms KSh 32,000 / term
View programme details

School 1

School of Cosmetology

Certificate Programmes — 4 Terms — CDACC

Programme Duration Fees per term (KSh) Entry Actions
Craft Certificate in Hairdressing
National craft certificate in cutting, styling, colouring and salon operations.
4 Terms 30,000 / term OPEN View programme Apply
Craft Certificate in Beauty Therapy
Skincare, facial therapy, body treatments and spa-ready professional practice.
4 Terms 30,000 / term OPEN View programme Apply
Certificate in Cosmetology Free practical kit
Integrated beauty qualification — hair, skin, nails, makeup and salon business.
4 Terms 30,000 / term OPEN View programme 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.

3 Programmes
CDACC Accredited
Monthly Intake
L6 Diploma pathway
Industry-standard equipment & salon Industry-standard equipment & salon
Practical client sessions each week Practical client sessions each week
CDACC national certification CDACC national certification
Entrepreneurship & salon management Entrepreneurship & salon management
Career placement support Career placement support

Career paths

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

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.

2 Programmes
CDACC Accredited
Monthly Intake
L6 Diploma pathway
Evidence-based counselling techniques Evidence-based counselling techniques
Supervised practice sessions Supervised practice sessions
CDACC national certification CDACC national certification
Ethics & professional standards Ethics & professional standards
Pathway to Diploma in Counselling Pathway to Diploma in Counselling

Career paths

Counselling Assistant Peer Counsellor Community Counsellor Mental Health Support Worker Rehabilitation Aide Youth Mentor
Programme Duration Fees per term (KSh) Entry Actions
Certificate in Counselling & Psychology
Foundational helping skills, psychology basics and ethical practice for support roles.
4 Terms 22,000 / term D− View programme Apply
Certificate in Marriage & Family Counselling
Couples communication, family systems and conflict resolution for community practice.
4 Terms 22,000 / term D− View programme 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 Actions
Certificate in Social Work & Community Development
Community mobilisation, case work, child protection and project skills for NGOs and government.
4 Terms 32,000 / term D− View programme 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.

1 Programmes
CDACC Accredited
Monthly Intake
L6 Diploma pathway
Mandatory field attachment Mandatory field attachment
NGO & government curriculum alignment NGO & government curriculum alignment
CDACC national certification CDACC national certification
Community project design & evaluation Community project design & evaluation
Pathway to Diploma in… Pathway to Diploma in Social Work

Career paths

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

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.

3 Programmes
CDACC Accredited
Monthly Intake
L6 Diploma pathway
Fully equipped computer labs Fully equipped computer labs
Microsoft Office & Google Workspace Microsoft Office & Google Workspace
CDACC national certification CDACC national certification
Introduction to AI &… Introduction to AI & data tools
Pathway to Diploma in ICT Pathway to Diploma in ICT

Career paths

ICT Technician IT Support Officer Data Entry Clerk Network Assistant Computer Operator Office Technology Specialist
Programme Duration Fees per term (KSh) Entry Actions
Certificate in ICT Technician
Hardware, software, networking and workplace digital skills for IT support roles.
4 Terms 32,000 / term D− View programme Apply
Certificate in Cyber Security
Threat awareness, secure systems and baseline defence for modern organisations.
4 Terms 32,000 / term D− View programme Apply
Certificate in Graphic Design New
Visual communication, branding, digital design tools and portfolio-ready creative work.
4 Terms 32,000 / term D− View programme 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 Actions
Certificate in Business Management
Operations, communication, accounting basics and entrepreneurship for workplace leadership.
4 Terms 32,000 / term D− View programme Apply
Certificate in Human Resource Management
Recruitment, HR records, labour basics and employee relations for HR support roles.
4 Terms 32,000 / term D− View programme Apply
Certificate in Project Management
Plan, schedule, budget and monitor projects for NGOs, government and business.
4 Terms 32,000 / term D− View programme Apply
Certificate in Supply Chain Management
Procurement, inventory, logistics and supplier relations for operations roles.
4 Terms 32,000 / term D− View programme Apply
Certificate in Marketing / Marketing Management
Market research, branding, sales support and digital marketing fundamentals.
4 Terms 32,000 / term D− View programme 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.

5 Programmes
CDACC Accredited
Monthly Intake
L6 Diploma pathway
Real-world business simulations Real-world business simulations
Accounting software training Accounting software training
CDACC national certification CDACC national certification
Entrepreneurship & pitch modules Entrepreneurship & pitch modules
Pathway to Diploma in Business Pathway to Diploma in Business

Career paths

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

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 30,000 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.