Machakos TTC Courses, Location, Fees, Contacts, Admission Letters

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Machakos TTC Courses, Location, Fees, Contacts, Admission Letters

MACHAKOS TEACHER TRAINING COLLEGE LOCATION

MACHAKOS TTC: Machakos TTC (mateco.ac.ke) is a public registered institution that is located in Machakos county; within the Eastern region of Kenya. Few metres from Machakos Town and adjascent to Machakos School; on the Machakos-Nairobi High Way.

MACHAKOS TEACHER TRAINING COLLEGE HISTORY

Machakos Teachers’ Training College is a Public College which was started by the Colonial government and opened its doors on 4th March, 1958.
  The Institution was established to train female teachers and had 64 students in four classes offering T3, T2, T1 and T1- up-grader teacher training courses.  The first Principal was Miss A.C. Shrubsole.
    In 1965 male students joined the College making  it co-educational.  They had been transferred from Tumutumu Teachers’ College in Nyeri. In 1968 MATECO got the first African Principal, Mr. P. G. King’ori. By then the student population had risen to 240.  The College continued to train P1 and P2 teachers up to 1982.  From then on it has been fully devoted to training P1 teachers only.
    Students’ recruitment to the institution is based on a quota system worked out by the Ministry of Education, Science & Technology, that is, qualified students are admitted from all the Counties in the country.  MATECO is unique in that,  it trains regular students as well as students with hearing, visual and physical impairment.

MACHAKOS TEACHER TRAINING COLLEGE CONTACTS

MACHAKOS TEACHER TRAINING COLLEGE KUCCPS PLACEMENT REQUIREMENTS.

Applicants seeking a chance in the primary TTCs must have at least a mean grade of C (plain) in KCSE or equivalent, while those seeking enrolment into Diploma in Secondary Education are required to have a minimum of C+ in KCSE or equivalent. Those with other qualifications different from KCSE should seek equation from Kenya National Qualifications Authority (KNQA) to enable them to apply.

Applications are to be submitted online on the KUCCPS Student’s Portal, which is accessible through the KUCCPS website www.kuccps.ac.ke. Applications are open to all KCSE graduates; from all years.

MACHAKOS TTC TEACHER TRAINING COURSES ON OFFER

The College, being a Primary Teacher Training College, offers the Diploma in Primary Teacher Education (DPTE) Course. The minimum entry grade for this course is just a C (plain) at KCSE or its equivalent.

The College also offers Diploma in Early Childhood Teacher Education (DECTE). Get details on the 2 courses below:

Diploma in Teachers’ Education (DTE)

📌 Duration: 3 Years
📌 Entry Requirement: KCSE Mean Grade C (Plain)
This program prepares teachers for secondary education, covering pedagogy, subject specialization, and classroom management.

Diploma in Primary Education (DPTE)

📌 Duration: 2 Years
📌 Entry Requirement: KCSE Mean Grade C (Plain)
Designed for aspiring primary school teachers, this course focuses on child-centered learning, curriculum implementation, and inclusive education.

RECRUITMENTS FOR DIPLOMA IN PRIMARY AND EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT TEACHER EDUCATION (DPTE AND DECTE)

The following are the recommended admission requirements for the Diploma in Primary & Early Childhood Development Teacher Education in Kenya.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE DIPLOMA IN PRIMARY TEACHER EDUCATION (DPTE)

a)  Diploma in Primary Teacher Education (Grade 1-6) entry grade is KCSE Mean Grade of C (Plain) or its equivalent with a C (Plain) in the following cluster subjects.

i. English and Kiswahili;

ii. Mathematics;

iii. Humanities (Any);

iv. Sciences (Any).

b)  For candidates with disabilities the minimum entry grade is C- (Minus) and a C- (Minus) in the cluster of subjects stated above.

c)  The duration of the course shall be three (3) years in accordance with the approved Curriculum designs.

d) The Trainees shall be required to cover the recommended hours for coursework, required hours for practicum and pass the assessments as directed by Kenya National Examination Council (KNEC).

e)  The Teacher Trainee shall undertake three months micro-teaching course which is a pre-requisite for teaching practice.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE DIPLOMA IN EARLY CHILDHOOD TEACHER EDUCATION (DECTE)

a.  The academic entry requirements for the Diploma in Early Childhood Teacher Education (DECTE) shall be C (Plain) Mean Grade in the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (KCSE) or its equivalent (as equated by the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC).

b.  Candidates with disabilities shall be admitted with C- (Minus) grade in KCSE or equivalent.

c.  The duration for the Diploma in Early Childhood Teacher Education (DECTE) shall be three (3) years.

d.  The trainees undertaking the Diploma in Early Childhood Teacher Education (DECTE) shall take ALL courses specified in the DECTE Curriculum.

e.  The trainees shall undertake a Micro Teaching course of three (3) months which shall be a pre-requisite for the Teaching Practicum of two school terms.

f.   To be awarded the Diploma in Early Childhood Teacher Education (DECTE), the candidate must complete the required hours for coursework and pass the stipulated assessment as directed by the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC).

Continue reading: Revised Entry Requirements For Joining Teachers Training Colleges, TTCs

SUMMARY OF KUCCPS TTC PLACEMENT REQUIREMENTS

S/No. Programme Name Minimum Overall KCSE Requirement Minimum KCSE Subject Requirements
1. Diploma in Primary Teacher Education Mean grade of C (plain)  OR
Mean Grade of C – (minus) for visually and hearing im- paired persons		 None
2. Diploma in Secondary Teacher Education Mean Grade of C+ Arts/Non-Science:
C+ in Two Teaching Subjects. English: C Plain, Mathematics: D+
Science:
C+ in Two Teaching Subjects. English: C Plain, Mathematics: C Plain

KUCCPS ACCREDITED PRIMARY TEACHER TRAINING COLLEGES

Primary Teacher Training Colleges
1. Aberdare TTC
2. Asumbi TTC
3. Bishop Mahon TTC
4. Bondo TTC
5. Borabu TTC
6. Bunyore TTC
7. Chesta TTC
8. Egoji TTC
9. Eregi TTC
Primary Teacher Training Colleges
10. Galana TTC
11. Garissa TTC
12. Kaimosi TTC
13. Kamwenja TTC
14. Kenyenya TTC
15. Kericho TTC
16. Kigari TTC
17. Kilimambogo TTC
18. Kitui TTC
19. Kwale TTC
20. Machakos TTC
21. Mandera TTC
22. Meru TTC
23. Migori TTC
24 Moi Baringo TTC
25. Mosoriot TTC
26. Murang’a TTC
27. Narok TTC
28. Seme TTC
29. Shanzu TTC
30. Tambach TTC
31. Tarbaj TTC
32. Thogoto TTC
33. Ugenya TTC

KUCCPS ACCREDITED SECONDARY TEACHER TRAINING COLLEGES

Secondary Teacher Training Colleges
1. Kagumo TTC
2. Kibabii TTC
3. Lugari TTC

TEACHING SUBJECT COMBINATIONS OFFERED AT THE TTC.

As an institution of Teacher Education,  the TTC offers Agriculture, Physics, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, History, Christian Religious Education, Islamic Religious Education, Geography, English, Literature of English, Kiswahili, Fasihi ya Kiswahili, French, German, Arabic, Fine Art, Computer Science and Mechatronics Technology in order to adequately equip the graduates to take up their rightful place in teaching and national development. Furthermore, Professional Learning Areas and Physical Education are offered as compulsory subjects for all students.

Continue reading: List of all the best Teachers’ Training Colleges, TTCs, in Kenya

THE TTC FEES STRUCTURE

Fees paid at the TTC is pocket friendly. The fees keeps on reducing as one moves from year on to three; with First years paying a total of Sh64,472.

The Teachers Training Colleges (TTC) Online Application Process:

Wishing to join the TTC? You can apply for admission at the TTC, online. To start your TTC online application procedure, follow the easy steps below;
  • Log in to the Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) portal
  • Once logged in, navigate over and select Student Portal Account then click on Log in
  • Enter your KCSE Index Number
  • Enter your KCSE year
  • For the password, simply use your Birth Certificate Number or KCPE Index Number as used in your KCSE Exam Registration as your password
  • Once done, go ahead and make your application in respect to your area of qualifications and interests

You can also apply directly to the TTC.

Courses Offered At the TTC and Their Grade Requirements

The Teacher Training College offers a wide range of diploma and certificate courses.

Below are minimum KCSE Grades requirements or Minimum Grades entry level for some of the courses offered at the teachers training college:

  • Certificate in Early Childhood and Development Education

Minimum Grade – D+

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  • Diploma in Early Childhood and Development Education

Minimum Grade – C plain

  • Diploma in Teaching Course

Minimum Grade – C+

(with equivalent grade in two teaching subjects).

  • P1 Certificate Courses

Minimum – C plain

P1 Subjects Taught at the TTC:

  • English
  • Kiswahili
  • Psychology
  • Music
  • Mathematics
  • Education resources
  • Administration
  • Home Science
  • Development
  • Agriculture
  • Physical Education
  • Economics
  • ICT

THE TTC MINIMUM DIPLOMA IN EDUCATION COURSE QUALIFICATIONS:

The TTC, just like other TTCs, offers training for both Science (Diploma in Education Science) and Arts (Diploma in Education Arts) teachers. The diploma course lasts for 3 academic years. It is a pre-requisite from the Ministry of Education that aspiring secondary school teachers should have the below minimum KCSE qualifications for entry into DTE (Diploma in Teacher Education) course. Here are the latest general minimum requirements for students seeking to pursue teaching:

Mean grade: C+ (plus)
English: C (plain)
Mathematics: D+ (plus) for those taking education arts and C (plain) for those hoping to undertake training in education science.
Two specialization subjects (subjects you intend to teach at high school): C+

Diploma Subject Combinations Offered at the TTC:

A number of subject combinations are available for prospective students to choose the TTC. You can take any two subjects that match your preferrence and qualifications. (Remember that you must have scored a minimum of a C+ in each of the 2 subjects at KCSE).

  • Kiswahili/History
  • Kiswahili/CRE
  • Kiswahili/Geography
  • English/CRE
  • English/History
  • English/Geography
  • CRE/History
  • CRE/Geography
  • Biology/Agriculture
  • Biology/Mathematics
  • Computer Studies/Mathematics
  • Home Science/English
  • Home Science/Geography
  • Mathematics/Geography
  • Mathematics/Business
  • Geography/Business Studies
  • Geography/History

List of Secondary Teacher Training Colleges

Click on each link to see the courses offered at the institution:

1. Kagumo TTC
2. Kibabii TTC
3. Lugari TTC

List of Primary Teacher Training Colleges

Each link below provides the exact and latest details on courses offered at the TTC:

1. Aberdare TTC
2. Asumbi TTC
3. Bishop Mahon TTC
4. Bondo TTC
5. Borabu TTC
6. Bunyore TTC
7. Chesta TTC
8. Egoji TTC
9. Eregi TTC
10. Galana TTC
11. Garissa TTC
12. Kaimosi TTC
13. Kamwenja TTC
14. Kenyenya TTC
15. Kericho TTC
16. Kigari TTC
17. Kilimambogo TTC
18. Kitui TTC
19. Kwale TTC
20. Machakos TTC
21. Mandera TTC
22. Meru TTC
23. Migori TTC
24. Moi Baringo TTC
25. Mosoriot TTC
26. Murang’a TTC
27. Narok TTC
28. Seme TTC
29. Shanzu TTC
30. Tambach TTC
31. Tarbaj TTC
32. Thogoto TTC
33. Ugenya TTC

TEACHERS TRAINING COLLEGES, TTCs, KUCCPS PROGRAMMES

The following Courses are offered at the TTC after placement by Kuccps. The first year fees is KSH 67,189.

DIPLOMA IN SECONDARY TEACHERS EDUCATION, CHEMISTRY AND MATHEMATICS

DIPLOMA IN TEACHER EDUCATION (PHYSICS/CHEMISTRY)

DIPLOMA IN SECONDARY TEACHERS EDUCATION IN ARABIC AND ENGLISH

DIPLOMA IN TEACHER EDUCATION (GERMAN/ ENGLISH OR C.R.E OR HISTORY OR GEOGRAPHY)

DIPLOMA IN TEACHER EDUCATION (FRENCH/GEOGRAPHY OR HISTORY OR C.R.E OR ENGLISH)

DIPLOMA IN SECONDARY TEACHERS EDUCATION IN BUSINESS STUDIES AND MATHEMATICS

DIPLOMA IN SECONDARY TEACHERS EDUCATION IN PHYSICS AND MATHEMATICS

DIPLOMA IN SECONDARY TEACHERS EDUCATION IN MATHEMATICS AND GEOGRAPHY

DIPLOMA IN SECONDARY TEACHERS EDUCATION IN GERMAN AND ENGLISH

DIPLOMA IN TEACHER EDUCATION (ART AND DESIGN / ENGLISH )

DIPLOMA IN TEACHER EDUCATION (ART AND DESIGN / KISWAHILI)

DIPLOMA IN SECONDARY TEACHERS EDUCATION IN FRENCH AND ENGLISH

DIPLOMA IN SECONDARY TEACHERS EDUCATION IN ARABIC AND IRE

DIPLOMA IN SECONDARY TEACHERS EDUCATION IN ENGLISH AND IRE

DIPLOMA IN TEACHER EDUCATION (PHYSICS / COMPUTER STUDIES)

DIPLOMA IN SECONDARY TEACHER EDUCATION IN AGRICULTURE AND CHEMISTRY

DIPLOMA IN TEACHER EDUCATION (AGRICULTURE/MATHEMATICS)

DIPLOMA IN TEACHER EDUCATION (POWER MECHANICS TECHNOLOGY/PHYSICS)

DIPLOMA IN TEACHER EDUCATION(POWER MECHANICS TECHNOLOGY/MATHEMATICS)

DIPLOMA IN TEACHER EDUCATION(POWER MECHANICS TECHNOLOGY/CHEMISTRY)

DIPLOMA IN TEACHER EDUCATION (AVIATION TECHNOLOGY/PHYSICS)

DIPLOMA IN TEACHER EDUCATION (AVIATION TECHNOLOGY/MATHEMATICS)

DIPLOMA IN TEACHER EDUCATION (AVIATION TECHNOLOGY/CHEMISTRY)

DIPLOMA IN TEACHER EDUCATION (MECHATRONICS TECHNOLOGY/PHYSICS)

DIPLOMA IN TEACHER EDUCATION (MECHATRONICS TECHNOLOGY/MATHEMATICS)

DIPLOMA IN TEACHER EDUCATION (MECHATRONICS TECHNOLOGY/CHEMISTRY)

DIPLOMA IN TEACHER EDUCATION (FINE ART/ENGLISH)

DIPLOMA IN TEACHER EDUCATION (FINE ART/KISWAHILI)

DIPLOMA IN TEACHER EDUCATION (DRAWING &DESIGN/MATHEMATICS)

DIPLOMA IN TEACHER EDUCATION (DRAWING & DESIGN/PHYSICS)

DIPLOMA IN TEACHER EDUCATION (MANDARIN/KISWAHILI)

DIPLOMA IN TEACHER EDUCATION (MANDARIN/ENGLISH)

DIPLOMA IN SECONDARY TEACHER EDUCATION FULL DETAILS

DIPLOMA IN SECONDARY TEACHER EDUCATION GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Entry Requirements

i) Mean Grade C+ (Plus) at KCSE
ii) Grade C (plain) in English
iii) Grade D+ (plus) in Mathematics for Art based Courses only
iv) Grade C (plain) in Mathematics for Science based courses only
v) Grade C+ (plus) in the two teaching subjects.

Requirements for applicants with special needs (visual and hearing impairment):

i) Mean Grade C (plain) at KCSE
ii) Grade C- (minus) in English
iii) Grade D (plain) in Mathematics for Art based courses only
iv) Grade C- (minus) in Mathematics for Science based courses only
v) Grade C (plain) in the two teaching subjects.

Please Note:

i) Applicant who resat KCSE and attained minimum grade will be considered
ii) P1 trained teachers are advised NOT to apply
iii) Any degree done is not considered

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR DIPLOMA IN SECONDARY TEACHER EDUCATION REGISTRATION

On admission day you MUST bring the following Original documents: –

i) Letter of admission
ii) National Identity Card
iii) K.C.S.E. Certificate/ Result Slip
iv) School Leaving Certificate from your K.C.S.E. School
v) Birth certificate

vi) You are required to Download and Fill in the following documents from the College website:

a. Registration/Admission form
b. College Academic Policy and Code of Regulations duly signed

You are also expected to bring Two Certified Copies of: –

i) K.C.S.E. Certificate/Result Slip
ii) K.C.S.E. School Leaving Certificate
iii) Identity Card (both sides)
iv) Birth certificate
NB: The copies should be certified by School Principal or Sub-County director of Education.

c) Two certified Passport Size photographs recently

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON DIPLOMA IN SECONDARY TEACHER EDUCATION COURSE 

In addition to a combination of the two teaching subjects offered, you will be required to study and pass the following compulsory subjects: –

COMPULSORY SUBJECTS COMMON SUBJECT

i) Profession Learning Areas (PLA)
ii) Physical Education
i) Social Studies/Integrated Science/
Indigenous Language/Visual Arts

ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS

a) For examinations all students are required to bring two (2) JK Copier reams of A4 80gms printing papers
b) All students must bring at least one Textbook for their two Teaching Subjects, both Professional Subjects and the Support Subjects (see appendix B)
c) You should bring a Geometrical Set, Pens, ruler, pencils, erasers, sharpeners, spring files, A4 Exercise Books and a minimum of one ream of ruled foolscap.
d) Students taking Biology, Chemistry and Physics should bring white polyester Laboratory coat
e) Science and Mathematics students should also bring a Scientific Calculator, graph book and SMP Advanced Tables 3rd edition.
f) Students are highly encouraged to come with their Smartphones, Personal laptops / Tablets

HEALTH REQUIREMENTS

Duly completed Medical Examination Form – NB: The College reserves the right to conduct its own medical examination on any student at any time (see attached medical form.)

Note: Medical examination can also be done in college at a cost of Kshs. 500

PERSONAL EFFECTS

You are required to bring with you: –

a) adequate personal clothing; Nyeri can be chilly during the cold seasons, early mornings or late evenings you are advised to carry warm clothing.
b) Mattress; 74” x 30” x 4”.
c) two pairs of plain bed-sheets
d) three blankets and a bed cover
e) pillow and two pillow cases
f) personal effects (e.g bath towel, slippers, toothbrush, toothpaste, toilet and washing soaps etc)
g) a pair of games shoes and stockings
h) suitable P.E. clothing for use until you are issued with a P.E. kit
i) a bucket
j) a spoon, normal size cup & a plate
k) adequate pocket money

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

I. Attendance to College activities

a) Attendance to scheduled activities is COMPULSORY. These include lectures, assemblies, sports and games etc
– No exemption can be granted from participation in College activities/routines on grounds of religious beliefs or philosophy.

Note: Students are advised to familiarize themselves with the regulations governing Diploma in Secondary Teacher Education Course.

II. Progress in Training.

Performance while in training is continuously assessed and monitored. There will be internal (College) and external (KNEC) assessments. For the internal assessments progress report will be issued every term.

III. Spiritual Welfare

The College is multi-denominational. Each one is free to practice one’s faith provided that by doing so, the rights of other students and residents are not prejudiced or compromised in any way.

IV. Clubs and Societies

Students are expected to be members of at least one and a maximum of three Clubs/Societies.

Note: Whereas these may be general requirements for all Colleges, there may be slight disparities from College to College.

DIPLOMA IN PRIMARY TEACHER EDUCATION (DPTE)

A DPTE Teacher Qualifies to teach in grade 1-6 (or 9 if one meets TSC employment terms for secondary school teachers) of the Kenyan Education  .

This programme is now being replaced from 2024 with Diploma in Teacher Education (DTE) which is a combination of DECTE and DPTE. The graduates will teach from PP1 to Grade 6.

DPTE Organization

  • Term 1-6 classwork, school based assessment 1 and 2
  • Term 7- micro teaching, KNEC summative assessment
  • Term 8-9- practicum

Subjects taught at DPTE

The following subjects are offered to DPTE Students: Professional studies, English, indigenous, languages, Kiswahili, physical and health education, mathematics, science and technology, agriculture, home science, music, art and craft, religious education, social studies

Entry Requirements

  • Diploma in Primary Teacher Education entry grade is a mean grade of C (plain) in Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, KCSE, or its equivalent.
  • Candidates with disabilities will be required to have a minimum entry mean grade of C- (Minus) in KCSE
  • Course Duration: DPTE will take three (3) years of study in accordance with the approved Curriculum designs.
  • The diploma teacher trainees will cover the recommended hours for coursework, required hours for practicum and pass the assessments as directed by Kenya National Examination Council (KNEC).
  • The Teacher Trainee shall be required to undertake three months micro-teaching course.
  • The Teacher Trainee will undertake 2 terms of practicum.

Skills You Will Aquire

  • Classroom management
  • ICT integration in Education
  • Educational Resource development
  • Competency based assessment
  • Activity based learning strategies
  • Competency in handling all learning areas at the following; Grades 1 to 6 and Maths, Indigenous languages, Religious education, PHE, integrated science and social sciences in grades 7 to 9

Career Opportunities for DPTE Graduates.

  • Teaching in primary schools grade 1 to grade 6
  • Teaching in Junior high school (those with C+ mean grade in KCSE)
  • Writing of books
  • Development of Educational resources
  • Assessments at grade 1 to 6
  • School manager

DIPLOMA IN EARLY CHILDHOOD TEACHER EDUCTION (DECTE)

Diploma in Early Childhood Teacher Education graduate qualifies to teach play group, PP1, PP2 and Grade 1-3

Organization of Diploma in Early Childhood Teacher Education

  • Term 1-6 classwork, school based assessment 1 and 2
  • Term 7- micro teaching, KNEC summative assessment
  • Term 8-9- practicum

Learning areas taught– professional studies, English, indigenous, languages, Kiswahili, physical and health education, mathematics, health and nutrition, environmental studies, creative arts, music, religious education

Entry Requirements for Diploma in Early Childhood Teacher Education

  • C Plain Mean Grade in the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (KCSE) or its equivalent (as equated by the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC).
  • Candidates with disabilities shall be admitted with C- (Minus) grade in KCSE or equivalent.
  • The course will take duration of three (3) years.
  • The teacher trainees shall take ALL courses specified in the DECTE Curriculum.
  • The trainees shall undertake a Micro Teaching course of three (3) months.
  • To be awarded a Diploma in Early Childhood Teacher Education (DECTE), the Teacher Trainees must complete the required hours for coursework and pass the stipulated assessment as directed by the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC).
  • The trainees shall be required to produce evidence of adherence to positive moral values and good behaviour such as School Leaving Certificate.

Skills You Will Aquire

  • Classroom management
  • ICT integration in Education
  • Educational Resource development
  • Competency based assessment
  • Activity based learning strategies
  • Competency in handling all learning areas at the following levels Play group, PP1, PP2 and Grades 1 to 3
  • Developing learning experiences for early grade learners

Career Opportunities for Diploma in Early Childhood Teacher Education Gradeuates.

  • Teaching in ECDE centres and primary schools grade 1 to grade 3
  • Writing of course books
  • Development of Educational resources
  • Grading assessments at grade 1 to 3
  • School managers
  • School proprietors

UPGRADE DIPLOMA IN PRIMARY TEACHER EDUCATION

Teacher with P1 certificate can upgrade to Diploma level to handle grade 1 – 9.

Organization of Upgrade Diploma in Primary Teacher Education.

  • Term 1-3 classwork, school based assessment 1 and 2
  • Term 3- KNEC summative assessment
  • Term 4 Practicum

Subjects Taught

Compulsory Subjects

  • Professional studies
  • Physical and health education
  • Indigenous languages

Group A Subjects:

  • Mathematics
  • Science and technology
  • Agriculture
  • Home science

Group B Subjects:

  • Art and craft,
  • Music
  • Religious education
  • Social studies

NB: Upgrade Students who did group A in their P1 course take group B subjects and those who did group B in P1 take group A.

Apart from the school based assessment all students must do the formative assessment tasks give to them in class by the lecturers

Entry Requirements for Upgrade Diploma in Primary Teacher Education.

  • The applicant must possess a valid PTE Certificate
  • The applicant must be registered by the Teachers Service Commission.
  • The duration of the course shall be 1500 Hours.
  • The Course shall be fully residential.
  • The trainee shall take all courses specified in the upgrading programme of Diploma in Primary Teacher Education
  • The trainees shall undertake a Teaching Practicum of 300 Hours.
  • To be awarded the Diploma, the trainee must complete the required hours for Course Work and the stipulated assessment by the Kenya National Examination Council.
  • Applicants shall be required to produce evidence of adherence to positive morals and good behavior.

Skills You Will Aquire

  • Classroom management
  • ICT integration in Education
  • Educational Resource development
  • Competency based assessment
  • Activity based learning strategies
  • Competency in handling all learning areas at the following; Grades 1 to 6 and Maths, Indigenous languages, Religious education, PHE, integrated science and social sciences in grades 7 to 9

Career Opportunities in This Field

  • Teaching in primary schools grade 1 to grade 6
  • Teaching in Junior high school (those with C+ mean grade in KCSE)
  • Writing of books
  • Development of Educational resources
  • Assessments at grade 1 to 6
  • School manager

List of TTC’s approved to offer Diploma in Teacher Education (DTE)

LIST OF TEACHERS TRAINING COLLEGES (TTC) THAT OFFER DTE COURSE

Below is a list of TTC’s that are approved to admit students for DTE which is a 3 year teaching course for a minimum KCSE C (Plain) Mean Grade only

1. ABERDARE TEACHERS TRAINING COLLEGE

2. ASUMBI TEACHERS TRAINING COLLEGE

3. BISHOP MAHON TEACHERS TRAINING COLLEGE

4. BONDO TEACHERS TRAINING COLLEGE

5. BORABU TEACHERS TRAINING COLLEGE

6. BUNYORE TEACHERS TRAINING COLLEGE

7. CHESTA TEACHERS TRAINING COLLEGE

8. EGOJI TEACHERS TRAINING COLLEGE

9. GALANA TEACHERS TRAINING COLLEGE

10. GARISSA TEACHERS TRAINING COLLEGE

11. KAGUMO TEACHERS TRAINING COLLEGE

12. KAIMOSI TEACHERS TRAINING COLLEGE

13. KAMWENJA TEACHERS TRAINING COLLEGE

14. KENYENYA TEACHERS TRAINING COLLEGE

15. KERICHO TEACHERS COLLEGE

16. KIBABII DIPLOMA TEACHERS TRAINING COLLEGE

17. KITUI TEACHERS TRAINING COLLEGE

18. KWALE TEACHERS TRAINING COLLEGE

19. LUGARI DIPLOMA TEACHERS TRAINING COLLEGE

20. MACHAKOS TEACHERS TRAINING COLLEGE

21. MANDERA TEACHERS TRAINING COLLEGE

22. MERU TEACHERS TRAINING COLLEGE

23. MIGORI TEACHERS TRAINING COLLEGE

24. MOI TEACHERS COLLEGE BARINGO

25. MOSORIOT TEACHERS TRAINING COLLEGE

26. MURANG’A TEACHERS TRAINING COLLEGE

27. NAROK TEACHERS TRAINING COLLEGE

28. SEME TEACHERS COLLEGE

29. SHANZU TEACHERS TRAINING COLLEGE

30. ST. AUSTINE TEACHERS TRAINING COLLEGE EREGI

31. ST. JOHN’S TEACHERS TRAINING COLLEGE KILIMAMBOGO

32. ST. MARKS TEACHERS TRAINING COLLEGE KlGARI

33. TAMBACH TEACHERS TRAINING COLLEGE

34. THOGOTO TEACHERS TRAINING COLLEGE

35. UGENYA TEACHERS COLLEGE

Full List of registered public Teachers training colleges per county

Teachers’ Training College-TTC County
1.       Asumbi Teachers College, ATC Homa Bay
2.       Baringo Teachers Training College, BTTC Baringo
3.       Bondo Teachers Training College Siaya
4.       Bomet Teachers’ Training College Bomet
5.       Bungoma Teachers’ Training College Bungoma
6.       St. Lawrence Egoji Teachers college Meru
7.       Eregi Teachers’ Training College Vihiga
8.       Garissa Teachers Training college Garissa
9.       Kaimosi Teachers’ Training College Vihiga
10.   Meru Teachers’ Training College Meru
11.   Mosoriot Teachers’ Training College Nandi
12.   Murang’a Teachers College Muranga
13.   Machakos Teachers Training College Machakos
14.   Maragua Teachers Training College Muranga
15.   Migori Teachers Training College Migori
16.   Narok Teachers College Narok
17.   Shanzu Teachers’ Training College Mombasa
18.   Tambach Teachers Training College Elgeyo Marakwet
19.   Trans-Nzoia Teachers’ Training College Trans Nzoia
20.   Kamwenja Teachers Training College Nyeri
21.   Kenya Science Teachers College Nairobi
22.   Kericho Teachers College Kericho
23.   Thogoto Teachers Training College Kiambu
24.   Kagumo Teachers College Nyeri
25.   Moi-Baringo Teachers’ College Baringo

Latest List registered private teachers training colleges in Kenya

Teachers Training College County
1.       Kamagambo Adventist College Nyeri
2.       Nakuru Teachers’ Training College Nakuru
3.       Masai Teachers’ Training College Narok
4.       Consolata College Nairobi
5.       International Teachers Training College Nairobi
6.       Kenya Education Staff Institute
7.       Amicus Group of Schools Nairobi
8.       Bible College of East Africa Nairobi
9.       Blescohouse Teachers Training College Nakuru
10.   Bunks Early Childhood Education College Nairobi
11.   C.F.K. Teachers Training College Nairobi
12.   Carol Teachers Training College Nairobi
13.   Christ the Teacher Institute for Education Nairobi
14.   Deans E.C.D. College Nairobi
15.   Deans Teacher Training College Nairobi
16.   Glad Toto Early Childhood Teachers Training Centre Nairobi
17.   International Montessori School Nairobi
18.   International Teachers Training College Nairobi
19.   Islamic Teachers’ Training College -Maragua Muranga
20.   Jerusa Teachers Training College, Jttc – Butere Kakamega
21.   Jomaken ECD Pre-Primary Teachers Training Programme & Care Centre Nairobi
22.   Nyanchwa Teachers Training College Kisii
23.   Nyeri Catholic Centre for Early Childhood Education Development Nyeri
24.   Nyeri Catholic Early Childhood Development Education Teachers Training College (ECDE TTC) Nyeri
25.   Orthodox Teachers Training College of Africa Nairobi
26.   Presbyterian Teachers College Rubate Meru
27.   Premese Montessori Nairobi
28.   Special Education & Professional Studies College Nairobi
29.   St. Ann’s ECD Teachers College Kisii
30.   St. Austin’s Teachers Training College – Ishiara Embu
31.   St. John’s Teachers Training College – Thika Kiambu
32.   St. Martin De Porres Teachers College – Kiserian Nairobi
33.   St. Paul’s Nyabururu Teachers Training College Kisii
34.   Sunrise Teachers College – Athi River Machakos
35.   Tec Teachers Training Institute – Nairobi Nairobi
36.   Thika E.C.D. Academy – Thika Kiambu
37.   Total Care Pre-School Teachers College Nairobi

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LOCATIONS OF ALL TEACHERS TRAINING COLLEGES IN KENYA

The following are teachers colleges found in Kenya and their locations.

TEACHERS COLLEGE PHYSICAL LOCATION
Asumbi Teachers College, ATC Homa Bay County
Baringo Teachers Training College,  BTTC Baringo County
Bomet Teachers’ Training  College Bomet County
Bondo Teachers Training  College Siaya County
Borabu Teachers’ Training College Nyamira County
Bungoma Teachers’ Training College Bungoma County
Chesta Teachers, Training College West Pokot County
Eregi  Teachers’ Training  College Vihiga County
Garissa  Teachers Training college Garissa County
Kagumo  Teachers College Nyeri County
Kaimosi Teachers’ Training College Vihiga County
Kamwenja Teachers Training  College Nyeri County
Kenya Science Teachers College Nairobi County
Kenya Technical Teachers’ College-  KTIC Nairobi  County
Kenyenya Teachers’ Training  College Kisii County
Kericho Teachers College Kericho County
Kigari Teachers’ Training College Embu  County
Kilimambogo Teachers’ Training  College Kiambu  County
Kitui Teachers’ Training College Kitui County
Machakos Teachers Training  College Machakos County
Maragua  Teachers Training  College Muranga County
Meru  Teachers’ Training  College Meru County
Migori Teachers Training  College Migori County
Moi-Baringo Teachers’ College Baringo
Mosoriot Teachers’ Training  College Nandi County
Murang’a  Teachers College Muranga County
Narok Teachers College Narok County
Shanzu Teachers’ Training College Mombasa County
St.  Lawrence Egoji Teachers college Meru County
Tambach Teachers Training  College Elgeyo Marakwet County
Thogoto Teachers Training  College Kiambu County
Trans-Nzoia Teachers’ Training  College Trans Nzoia County
Ugenya Teachers’ Training  College Siaya  County

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