Kenya’s TVET Curriculum Modularized to Boost Youth Employability

Kenya’s TVET Curriculum Modularized to Boost Youth Employability.

The Ministry of Education is implementing transformative changes in the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) sector by modularizing its curriculum. The objective is to improve the adaptability and reach of TVET programmes, enabling learners to gain specific, market-driven skills through shorter and more focused study units.

Kericho Technical and Vocational Education and Training College Principal, Shadrack Tonui, explained that this revised curriculum would significantly impact the lives of young people in Kericho and across the country.

According to Tonui, the modular structure offers learners the chance to specialize in their areas of interest, earn certificates after completing each module, and enter the workforce earlier if they choose. Furthermore, the framework opens up opportunities for continuous education and professional growth.

Tonui emphasized the benefits of this new system by stating, “The modularized approach allows learners to specialize in areas of interest, receive certificates for completed modules, and potentially enter the workforce sooner. This curriculum will also provide a pathway for further learning and career advancement.”

Tonui, who also serves as the National Secretary General for all TVET institutions in Kenya, commended the government for its ongoing dedication to developing a modular curriculum tailored to youth skills development. He noted that the transition from the traditional theory-heavy model to a learner-centered approach has been a game-changer in both training and evaluation.

This transformation has been spearheaded by the Technical and Vocational Education and Training Curriculum Development, Assessment, and Certification Council (TVET-CDACC), a legally mandated body tasked with curriculum design, external assessment, and certification of TVET learners.

Tonui remarked, “This is a learner-friendly system of education, unlike the one we had in the past that was a teacher-centered system.”

Student Enrollment and Institutional Excellence

Under the new curriculum, Kericho TVET has seen a marked improvement in training uptake, with impressive enrollment figures across various technical disciplines. Tonui shared that the institution currently has 3,508 students and is widely regarded for its strong academic results.

The college consistently maintains a pass rate of 74.6 percent, which Tonui described as indicative of excellent performance.

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“We now have 3,508 students and we are happy that the Kericho TVET is preferred because of its outstanding performance. The percentage pass has normally been constant at 74.6 which shows that we are at excellent level,” he asserted.

TVET-CDACC continues to play a pivotal role as the external examination body for the sector. Established under the TVET Act, the council is responsible for creating curricula, evaluating examinations, and awarding competency-based certifications. This structured and modular strategy is positioning Kenyan youth for success in a dynamic job market while advancing national goals for technical education.

Kenya’s TVET Curriculum Modularized to Boost Youth Employability.

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