This is a list of National Polytechnics in Kenya. National polytechnics are middle-level technical training institutions that train youths or young people to acquire relevant skills and knowledge especially in areas revolving around Science, Technology and Innovation.
List of all National Polytechnics in Kenya.
1. Eldoret National Polytechnic
Eldoret National Polytechnic is a middle-level training institution that trains youths to acquire skills and technical knowledge that are in line with the industrial growth of the country.
The institution’s main campus is located along the Eldoret- Kapsabet road. It has other campuses in Eldoret town, Bomet, Endebess and Turkana East.
Contacts: 0714 871 685, 0738 092 126.
2. Nyeri National Polytechnic
Nyeri National Polytechnic is one of the TVET institutions charged with the mandate of training middle level technical and vocational labour force. The institution undertakes training programs that provide wholesome technical skills and levels of qualifications needed in various sectors of the economy.
Contacts: +254 061 203 2330, +254 724 477 942.
Email: info@thenyeripoly.ac.ke.
3. Kenya Coast National Polytechnic
Kenya Coast National Polytechnic was formerly Mombasa Technical Training Institute. The institution offers comprehensive training packages and other first-class facilities committed to excellence in teaching, research, creativity and innovations in technical training with graduate employability.
Contacts: 0712 725 554, 0710 389 727, 0719 431 215.
4. Kitale National Polytechnic
Kitale National Polytechnic was established in 1980 as a public institute under the provisions of the Education Act (CAP 211). It aims to produce globally competitive graduates through competency-based education and training, research and innovation for sustainable development.
Location: Along Elgon Road, 1 kilometre from Kitale town.
Contacts: 0721 379 304, 0780 379 304.
Email: info@kitalenationalpolytechnic.ac.ke.
5. Kisumu National Polytechnic
Kisumu National Polytechnic is located on the outskirts of Kisumu city, about 3 kilometres east of the city centre. The polytechnic offers a wide range of innovative, technical and dynamic courses and other programmes.
Contact: 0723 446 773.
Email: info@kisumupoly.ac.ke.
6. Meru National Polytechnic
Meru National Polytechnic was upgraded from Meru Technical Training Institute in 2016. The institution offers 3 Higher Diploma courses, more than 25 Diploma courses, 31 craft courses and 6 artisan courses. The polytechnic’s mission is to provide technical and vocational education and training for producing dependable skilled human resources for commerce and industry.
Location: Along Meru-Nanyuki Highway, About 10 Kilometres from Meru Town.
Contacts: 0719 347 059, 0742 428 095.
Email: comm@merunationalpolytechnic.ac.ke.
7. Sigalagala National Polytechnic
Sigalagala National Polytechnic is a public managed national polytechnic that is mandated to offer courses at certificate, diploma and higher diploma level. The institution’s mission is to provide innovative industry responsive technical skills training for sustainable development.
Location: Sheywe, Along Kisumu-Kakamega Road.
Contacts: 0726 806 105, 0793 600 519.
Email: info@sigalagalapoly.ac.ke.
8. Kisii National Polytechnic
Kisii National Polytechnic is one of the leading technical training institutions in Kenya that greatly puts emphasis on excellence in teaching, training, scholarship, entrepreneurship, research, consultancy and community service.
Contacts: 0700 152 177, 0752 031 300.
Email: info@kisiipoly.ac.ke.
9. North Eastern National Polytechnic
North Eastern National Polytechnic was upgraded from a Technical Training Institute to a National Polytechnic in 2016. It offers technical and business training programmes to the youth. It is the only National Polytechnic in the North-Eastern region.
Contact: 0716 061 788.
Email: info@northeasternpoly.ac.ke.
10. Kabete National Polytechnic
Kabete National Polytechnic is a public institution of higher learning that was founded in 1924. It offers technical training courses at Diploma, Certificate, Artisan and Higher Diploma level.
Contact: 0713 338 683.
Email: info@kabetepoly.ac.ke
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