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Courses & Certification

Our Programs

Learn By Doing

Who wants to be stuck in a classroom the entire time? True learning happens when one can apply the theory to the practical. RTRC students spend more time in the field than in the classroom. When you receive your certification, you can be confident you will be an asset to your employer.

Well-Rounded

We believe in providing a holistic approach in our technical and vocational training. All students must also complete coursework in:

  • Information Communication Technology
  • Entrepreneurship Education
  • Communication Skills
  • Sustainable Agriculture
  • Work Readiness Skills
  • Life Skills

Curriculum

Programs & Certifications

We have a variety of programs and certifications  to offer our students.

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Hair-Dressing & Beauty

RTRC’s beauty school’s fun and interactive classes are conducted by trained beauty educators with a student salon/clinic where you work on real clients and build your own book of business.

Certification is by NITA with three levels available for study:

  • Grade 3: 6 months
  • Grade 2: 6 months
  • Grade 1: 6 months

students in hairdressing program

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Welding & Fabrication

The course applies the principles applicable in the job market in teaching its practical sessions. With a full-fledged production unit, the students are involved in making clients’ products for experience.

Certification is by NITA with three levels available for study:

  • Grade 3: 6 months
  • Grade 2: 6 months
  • Grade 1: 6 months

student in welding program

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Electrical & Electronics

The course trains students in both domestic and industrial installation with an additional value add in solar installation and electronics.

Certification is by NITA with three levels available for study:

  • Grade 3: 6 months
  • Grade 2: 6 months
  • Grade 1: 6 months

student in electrical program

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Plumbing & Pipe Fitting

The course is well-equipped with modern equipment, tools and machines that are found in industry. The instructor, a practitioner plumber, teaches practical skills for the job market.

Certification is by NITA with three levels available for study:

  • Grade 3: 6 months
  • Grade 2: 6 months
  • Grade 1: 6 months

student in plumbing program

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Carpentry & Joinery

Carpenters and joiners work with wood. This program promotes the trade of carpentry through technical instruction and practical “hands-on” skills. Career prospects: furniture, roofing and interior fitting.

Certification is by NITA with three levels available for study:

  • Grade 3: 6 months
  • Grade 2: 6 months
  • Grade 1: 6 months

student in carpentry program

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Fashion Design

WE FASHION DREAMS, sharpen design visualization and execution, creating possibilities for design and showcasing in cultural shows. We stimulate practical exposure to the fashion industry from design to merchandising.

Certification is by NITA with three levels available for study:

  • Grade 3: 6 months
  • Grade 2: 6 months
  • Grade 1: 6 months

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Masonry

This course is specially crafted to meet both academic and industry expectations especially the construction industry. It is suitable for both fresher’s and currently employed in the industry.

Certification is by NITA with three levels available for study:

  • Grade 3: 6 months
  • Grade 2: 6 months
  • Grade 1: 6 months

student in masonry program

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Information Communication Technology

The course applies the dynamic skills in the digital arena to impart relevant knowledge and skills to learners transitioning to a more technological world. The experience enables them fit and capable to work in the 21st Century.

Certification is by NITA or RTRC. Duration of study is 3 months.

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Food & Beverage Production & Service

The course trains students in the basics of restaurant cooking and baking, food safety and nutrition, accounting, cost control & communication. Career opportunities: chef, cooks, waiter/waitresses.

Certification is by NITA with three levels available for study:

  • Grade 3: 6 months
  • Grade 2: 6 months
  • Grade 1: 6 months

Food & Beverage

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Solar Photovoltaic Installation

The course to become a solar installer offers an opportunity to gain knowledge and skills that will help the youth to successfully enter into the workforce as well as create local skilled labor to maintain and repair community solar systems.

Certification is by NITA as:

  • Solar Installer 1: 6 months
  • Solar Installer 2: 6 months

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Business Management

The course includes all aspects of overseeing and supervising business operations. It puts emphasis on accounting, finance, project management and marketing. Job opportunities: sole proprietor, human resource office.

Certification is by KNEC:

  • Certificate. Two years (6 terms)
  • Diploma. An additional year (9 terms total)
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Social Work & Community Development

The course instills promotion of social change, development, cohesion and the empowerment of people and communities. The students get exposure to social work through Rafiki Wa Maendeleo Trust (RWMT), our mother organization.

Certification is by KNEC:

  • Certificate. Two years (6 terms)
  • Diploma. An additional year (9 terms total)