Courses & Certification
Our ProgramsLearn 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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Information Communication Technology
Certification is by NITA or RTRC. Duration of study is 3 months.
Food & Beverage Production & Service
Certification is by NITA with three levels available for study:
- Grade 3: 6 months
- Grade 2: 6 months
- Grade 1: 6 months
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
Business Management
Certification is by KNEC:
- Certificate. Two years (6 terms)
- Diploma. An additional year (9 terms total)
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)