All Pending TVET Certificates To Be Issued by End Of Year
The State Department for Technical, Vocational Education, and Training (TVET) has pledged to issue all outstanding TVET certificates by the end of the calendar year.
During the 15th commencement ceremony at the Nkabune Technical Training Institute in Meru on Friday, TVET Principal Secretary Dr. Esther Muoria announced that individuals who have faced challenges in graduating or meeting the requirements for their commencement will undergo investigations.
Dr. Muoria reaffirmed the department’s dedication to resolving this issue, recognizing the prolonged wait for certificates by trainees who require them for various purposes.
Muoria says they are engaging in a process similar to a cleanup operation to fulfill their commitment.
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According to Muoria, the Curriculum Development Assessment and Certification Council (CDACC) is currently working to ensure the distribution of all certificates by the end of this year.
The PS added that the department has already begun retooling CDAC and trainers in order to improve the quality of learner training.
The PS stated that they have initiated a program for the retraining of all their trainers in collaboration with the Kenya School of TVET.
The first cohort of 94 trainers has already completed their retraining at the Nyeri National Polytechnic. Preparations are underway for the arrival of the second cohort.
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This retraining initiative aims to ensure that all trainers receive the necessary skills and knowledge.
Dr. Muoria announced that they would retrain the CDACC and trainers on the use of apparatus after recrafting and pedagogical retooling. The objective is to ensure that everyone can utilize these tools and instruct trainees in their application.
She mentioned that the program would continue into the following year. This will equip all trainers, assessors, and curriculum developers to perform their roles effectively by the middle of next year.
The PS also emphasized a collaborative initiative with the ICT department to promote digital literacy. They have established digital labs in 94 institutions. Each is equipped with a minimum of 100 Virtual Desk infrastructures (VDI). This is to prepare students for online job opportunities on an international scale.
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Principal Eunice Njenga congratulated the graduates, marking a significant milestone in their lives.
She highlighted the institution’s adoption of curriculum reforms, emphasizing the implementation of curriculum-based education and training across all departments.
She added that the institution planned to provide training on digital occupations to both learners and other members of society.
Njenga thanked the national government for recruiting more trainers and providing financial support. This support came through capitation, the Higher Education Loans Board, and county government bursaries.
This support has made education accessible to students, including those from disadvantaged backgrounds.
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All Pending TVET Certificates To Be Issued by End Of Year
