20 Top Marketable Technical Courses In Kenya

Education plays a vital role in every person's mental, spiritual and physical growth. And the technical course that one chooses most especially in Kenya after completing High/Secondary school will significantly help you have a different point of view in life.

Kenya being a developing country urgently needs a lot of technical experts who will bring new creativity in the market place which will play a vital role in the growth of the economy.

So have no doubt while thinking of going for a technical course because this article will give you a list of top 20 marketable technical courses in Kenya which will secure you a job easily not only in the Kenyan market but the entire world.

This article does not only advice's you on the top marketable technical courses in Kenya, but also advice on the best educational institutions offering them.

Here is a list of some of the best 20 Top marketable courses in Kenya.

1.      Computer Science

With the advent of technology, the world is ever-changing and every Private organization and Government public institution in Kenya uses computers so technically computer scientists will be required to work in any of this institution.

Computer science course gives you a list of fields that you can specialize in which includes;

a)      Games developer

b)      Information systems supervisor.

c)      Database administrator.

d)      Cybersecurity specialist.

e)      Technical consultants.

For one to pursue this Technical course one must have attained a mean grade of C in KCSE with a C in Mathematics, Physics, and English for diploma programs while for degree programs one needs to have attained a mean grade of C+ with a C+ in Mathematics, Physics and English.

Some of the best colleges and universities offering this course include.

a)      Nairobi University

b)      Jomo Kenyatta University

c)      Multimedia University

d)      Dedan Kimathi University

    2.      Information Technology

Information Technology includes a wide category of simple computer jobs to one of the highest paying jobs in Kenya and the whole world. It involves the study, design, development, and implementation of computer Information particularly in software development.

Computer science course gives you a list of fields that you can specialize in which includes;

·         Information systems supervisor.

·         Database administrator.

·         Cybersecurity specialist.

·         Application Security Specialist

·         Mobile application developers- IOS and Android developers.

·         Technical consultants.

·         Network Administrators – Cisco, Huawei.

·         Graphic Designers

For one to pursue this Technical course one must have attained a mean grade of C in KCSE with a C in Mathematics, Physics, and English for diploma programs while for degree programs one needs to have attained a mean grade of C+ with a C+ in Mathematics, Physics and English.

Some of the best colleges and universities offering this course include.

·         Nairobi University

·         KCA University.

·         Jomo Kenyatta University

·         Multimedia University

 3.      Automotive Engineering courses

With most people going for other white-collar courses this technical course has been neglected for a while now and we currently do not have enough Engineers in this field. This technical course combines tools and methods used in electrical, mechanical, safety, electronic and software engineering

Automotive Engineering course gives you a list of fields that you can specialize in which includes;

·         Automotive technicians.

·         Motorcycle technicians.

·         Small engine repair.

·         collision technicians

   For one to pursue this Technical course one must have attained a mean grade of at least C- in KCSE with a C- in Mathematics, Physics and English.

Some of the best colleges and universities offering this course include.

·         Mombasa Technical Training Institute

·         Kirinyaga University

·         Machakos University

·         Kiambu Institute of Science and Technology.

 4.      Electrical programs

Electrical certificate programs can be completed in a matter of months making it cheaper and easier for the youth or any person with a passion for it to go to the job market easily. One can be employed in several electrical jobs or one can decide to work as a freelancer both of which require licensing.

For one to pursue this Technical course one must have attained a mean grade of at least C- in KCSE with a C- in Mathematics and English.

Some of the best colleges and universities offering this course include.

·         Nairobi University

·         Jomo Kenyatta University

·         Kenyatta University

·         Multimedia University

·         Dedan Kimathi University

 5.      Medical programs

We have one Medical Training course which  I can advise you to research further because currently theirs a shortage of Radiography specialists. With a Diploma in Radiography, you easily secure a job at ease.

Some of the best colleges and universities offering this course include.

·         Nairobi University

·         Kenya Medical Training College. (KMTC).

   6.      TV and Film Production

This course involves the production of recorded or live entertainment. One can be employed in a film and production company or one can decide to start their film and production companies which are in demand.

For one to pursue this Technical course one must have attained a mean grade of at least D+ in KCSE with a D+ in Mathematics and at least a C- English.

Some of the best colleges and universities offering this course include.

·         Kitale Technical and Training college

·         Talanta Institute- Nairobi

·         Kenya Institute of Mass communication

 7.      Refrigeration and Conditioning.

This Technical course gives a broad knowledge of design installation and service techniques of refrigeration and air conditioning.

Best college

·         Railway Training institute

 8.      Fabrication and welding

One can learn fabrication and welding skills on the job while working towards their certification. This Training can be completed in as little as 8 months.

9.      Building and Construction

Building and Construction technical course trains students in constructing, altering, demolishing, renovating and repairing buildings and construction works.

Some of the best colleges and universities offering this course include.

·         Nairobi Institute of Technology.

·         Kirinyaga University College.

·         Dedan Kimathi University.

·         Machakos University.

 10.  Trucking Schools

A Drivers educational course would take 5 weeks and also depends on the type of class one is enrolling. This is a helpful technical course where one can employee themselves with uber and others establish a taxi and a transport company as well.

Some of the best colleges offering this course include.

·         Petanns Driving school

·         Heltz Driving school

·         Imperial Driving school etc.

11.  Marine Technician

This Technical course encompasses disciplinary studies of engineering technology which enhances students’ skills for a career such as Mechanical engineering, Marine operators’ manager, port captain, and Naval architects. 

Some of the best colleges and universities offering this course include.

·         Technical University of Mombasa

·         Bandari college

 12.  Telecommunication Engineering.

This Technical course helps students to acquire design and overseeing the installation of telecommunications equipment and facilities like electronic switching systems, optical fiber cabling, and IP networks.

Some of the best colleges and universities offering this course include.

·         Technical University of Mombasa

·         Bungoma Technical Training college

·         Wright flyers Aviation institute

·         Jomo Kenyatta University

 13.  Radiologic Technologists

This Technical course equips students to learn how to take x rays and CAT scans for diagnostic purposes.

It is very marketable for there's a shortage of experts in this field making it easier for one getting employment opportunities around the world.

Some of the best colleges and universities offering this course include.

·         Nairobi Institute of Technology.

·         Kirinyaga University College.

·         Dedan Kimathi University.

·         Machakos University.

 14.  Commercial Truck Driving

If you already have a driving license and you wish to work as a professional Heavy Commercial Vehicle such as trailers then this is the course for you.  

Salary range for Heavy truck drivers is Ksh 4500 a day and this can also vary with mileage taken by the truck driver.

One of the best Institutes you can take this course is KTA (Kenya Transporters Association ltd.)

15.  Barbering

My advice about this course is that the male grooming market is a billion-dollar industry that is ever-growing. This course can be done professionally with men and women.  Working smart and hard you can find a fulfilling and long career.

Some of the best colleges offering barbering courses include.

·         Nairobi industrial institute

·         Beauty point school of Hairdressing and Beauty

·         Royal Professional Beauty College, Ongata Rongai.

·         Beauty point school Nairobi. etc

 16.  Fire Science Technology

70% of employees employed by the National government and county government will have retired within the next 6 Years making this course one of the most marketable in the market.

With a combination of driving, First Aid certification you can secure a job as an ambulance attendant in hospitals, get job opportunities at Red cross and other non-profitable organizations and the government as well.

Some of the best colleges offering this course include.

·         Nairobi industrial institute

·         Eldoret Training college.

·         International Centre of Technology- Thika

·         Eldoret Aviation Training Institute.

17.  Agriculture, Irrigation and Drainage Engineering

Very few Kenyans especially the youth are not willing to pursue this course. With this knowledge, you can be certain with a diploma in agriculture, irrigation and Drainage engineering you can't miss a job in large farms in Kenya.

Some of the best colleges offering this course include.

·         Kenya Water Institute

·         Kenya Water Institute College

·         Bukura Agriculture college.

·         Other Technical courses that are very marketable for the Kenya Market include;

18.  Culinary Arts

This technical course equips one with the following skills which can be very helpful at the job market and one can also decide to start their own business such as an event company.

·         Kitchen Hygiene and sanitation, Event planning, Ordering and Buying in Bulk, Customer service and communication, Food Science and Nutrition.

Some of the best colleges offering this course include.

·         International Hotel and Tourism Institute.

·         Kenya Utalii College.

·         Air Travel and Related Studies Centre.

·         Top chefs Culinary Institute.

 19.  Cosmetology

This technical course equips one with a Basic safety sanitation course, Hair course, Aesthetics and Hair Removal, skin science and salon management. One can start their own business and make become successful.

Some of the best colleges offering this course include.

·         Ashely’s Beauty College in Kenya.

·         Vera Beauty College.

·         Pivot Point Beauty Hair design and Beauty School.

  20.   Plumbing and Valve Repair courses.

Plumbing and valve repair courses is an important feature of mechanical repair. You can secure a job in the recent oil drilling companies in Turkana county and the job is well paying. You can as well get a job in piping industries and other piping projects at Kenya pipeline company.

Some of the best colleges offering this course include.

·         International Hotel and Tourism Institute.

·         Kenya water Institute – Nairobi.

·         Jodan College of Technology.

·         Mawego Technical Training Institute.