Nakuru County boasts a range of skills training institutions that are preparing residents for lucrative work opportunities locally and abroad.
These institutions focus on markets with high demand for trained professionals, ensuring that Nakuru’s workforce is globally competitive.
Caregiving & Nursing Training
Caregiving involves providing support to individuals who need assistance with daily living activities, while nursing focuses on the medical care and monitoring of patients.
The demand for trained caregivers and nurses is significantly high in the Middle East, particularly in countries like Qatar, Dubai, and Bahrain. This demand is driven by a growing elderly population and a robust healthcare infrastructure, necessitating skilled professionals who can deliver quality care.
Institutions offering caregiving and nursing training:
Rafa Institute is located along Oginga Odinga Avenue in Nakuru lower CBD and offers training in care challenges experienced while administering treatment to patients who were mainly home-based or attending special schools.
- Contact: info@rafacare.org | +254 735 919 890
- Website: info@rafacare.org
2. KMTC (Kenya Medical Training Institute)
- Located in: Nakuru Level 6 Hospital
- Address: Nakuru
- Phone: 020 2725711
3. Nakuru College of Health Sciences and Management
- Address: P. O. Box 12906 – 20100, Nakuru
- Phone: 0720219337
- Email: info@nakurucollegeofhealth.ac.ke
- Location: Kiamunyi Off Nakuru – Kabarak Rd, Canon Ndungu Street, Nakuru
Security Training for Guards and Access Control Patrons
The demand for security professionals is high in the Middle East, including Qatar, Dubai, and Bahrain. This is due to the region’s rapid development and the need to maintain safety and order.
Security training involves preparing individuals to manage access control, conduct surveillance, and ensure the safety of people and property.
Institutions offering security training:
- Oginga Odinga Road, Section 58, Nakuru
- +254 704 441 971
- Address: 20101, Nakuru
- Hours: Open 24 hours
- Phone: 0777 210015
3. Nova Trainers
- Address: Nakuru
- Hours: Open 24 hours
- Phone: 0114 971350
Hotel Hospitality Training institutions
The hospitality sector is booming globally, and there is an increasing need for skilled professionals to manage hotels, restaurants, and other hospitality services.
Hospitality training encompasses learning about customer service, hotel management, culinary arts, and tourism management.
Institutions offering hospitality training:
- Address: Lunga Lunga, Kanu St, Nakuru
- Phone: 0725 705527
2. Nakuru College of Commerce and Hospitality
- Address: Equator House, 4th floor, Kenyatta Ln, Nakuru
- Phone: 0727 424698
3. Rift Valley Institute of Science and Technology (RVIST)
- Contact: +254 722 678901
- Address: Nakuru-Nyahururu Road, Nakuru
- Located in: Tamoh Plaza
- Address: Tradeworld Building, Opposite Tamoh Plaza, Kijabe Row, Nakuru
- Phone: 0711 488301
5. RVIBS -Rift Valley Institute of Business Studies
- Located in Nakuru Railways Ground -Next to Railways Police Station
- P.O Box 17207-20100, Nakuru
- Phone: +254 715 111101
- Email: admin@rvibs.ac.ke
ICT Training institutions in Nakuru
Information and Communication Technology (ICT) involves the use of computers and telecommunications to store, retrieve, and send information, playing a crucial role in modern business operations.
Institutions offering ICT training:
1. Kenya Institute of Management Nakuru
- Contact: +254 722 123456
- Address: Nakuru Town, Nakuru
2. Rift Valley Institute of Science and Technology (RVIST)
- Contact: +254742442 161 or +254 746 168554
- Address: Nakuru-Ngata Road, Nakuru
- Email:enquiries@rvist.ac.ke
3. Nakuru College School of ICT
- Contact: 254721582532
- Email:info@nakurucollege.ac.ke
3. Njoro Technical Training Institute
NTTI is a public registered Vocational Training College, regulated by the Kenya TVET Authority that features:
- Modern Training Facilities: The institute boasts well-equipped workshops and laboratories for hands-on training in fields such as construction, electrical engineering, I.C.T ,automotive repair and other hand on fields.
- Qualified Instructors: The institute has employed experienced instructors who bring both academic and industry expertise to the classroom.
- Industry Partnerships: Collaborations with local businesses ensure training is relevant to the job market, offering students job-ready skills and professional opportunities through connections with nearby industries.
The Institute was officially opened on 15th Jully 2024 by H.E. William Ruto in Elburgon, Nakuru County accompanied by H.E. Susan Kihika.
- Contact: +254 725 258640 / 704802929
- Email:njotti@njotti.ac.ke
Conclusively, Nakuru TVET institutions are not only bridging the skill gap locally but also opening doors for global opportunities that are in demand worldwide!
