African Institute of Research and Development Studies is a Private College located in Soy Consituency and is accredited by the Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority (TVETA) to offer Diploma and Certificate programs.
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African Institute of Research and Development Studies (AIRADS) is the leading tertiary technical institution in Kenya, offering Higher National Diploma, Diploma, Certificate and artisan courses examined by KNEC. We also offer Short professional courses.
All our courses are geared towards establishing technical skills and instituting values that are driven by the current technological advances. we have a story to tell.
Being one of the oldest technical institutions and having been in the market for so long, our students and alumni have attained what they need to advance in life. The knowledge imparted to them has seen many of them rise to the highest position in the government and prove beyond any reasonable doubt that indeed we nurture quality.
Mission: To provide quality technical and entrepreneurship training and cutting edge research that will ensure the developmental transformation of individuals and communiti4es in the world.
Vision: To be a world-class center of excellence and innovation in technical, research, and entrepreneurship training.
Core Values:
- Innovative thinking
- Hard work
- Integrity
- Excellence
- Corporate Social Responsibility
Our Campuses
- AIRADS College,Bungoma town Campus
- AIRADS College,Eldoret Town Campus
- AIRADS College,Kericho Town Campus
- AIRADS College,Kisumu City Campus
- AIRADS College,Nakuru Campus
- AIRADS College,Lodwar Campus
Why study at African Institute of Research and Development Studies
African Institute of Research and Development Studies (AIRADS) creates a holistic environment to equip learners with the best tools and enable them realise their dreams. We nurture quality that is in our students.
AIRADS accommodates all students and the wide range of courses we offer presents students with perfect choices to choose from.
Benefits of studying at AIRADS
- All-round life-changing technical education.
- Excellent KNEC pass rate 90-100%.
- High-quality technical training by qualified lecturers.
- Serene learning environment.
- Well furnished learning resources - lecture halls, computers, internet, books, and furniture.
- Separate hostels for male and female students.
- Industrial attachment.
- high employability - job placements.
- Students diversity 6 campuses across the country.
- Student mentoring LAMP programs
Programs offered at African Institute of Research and Development Studies
Accountancy
Certificate
KNEC
The accounting department is one of the pillars of any organization. The seriousness of this department requires an individual who is well acquainted with matters finance. An accountant...
| ApplyBanking and Finance Certificate
Certificate
KNEC
This Banking and Finance Certificate program prepares students to think critically and find new ways to improve the banking and finance industry. Students learn to communicate effectively on...
| ApplyBusiness Management
Certificate
KNEC
A business management certificate lays a firm foundation for any person looking to have a managerial position at any organization. Every single organization is a business that requires...
| ApplyClerical Opertaions
Certificate
KNEC
Clerical work typically refers to a variety of office and administrative support duties such as filing, answering phones, compiling reports, handling daily mail and opening copy machines.These tasks...
| ApplyCooperative Management
Certificate
KNEC
This Cooperative Management program entails an in-depth study of cooperative societies in and outside Kenya as a country.Cooperative management as a course is geared towards ensuring that learners are...
| ApplyHuman Resource Management
Certificate
KNEC
The course is designed to provide trainees with skills, knowledge and attitudes required to perform as a human resource Clerk as well as an avenue to advance at...
| ApplyInformation Studies
Certificate
KNEC
Information studies course is designed to equip people with skills on how to handle, manage, sort, present, and interpret information. Information can be sensitive and requires a professional...
| ApplyInvestment Management
Certificate
KNEC
Investment management refers to the handling of financial assets and other investments, not only buying and selling them. Investment management includes devising a short or long term strategy...
| ApplyLand Surveying (Craft)
Certificate
KNEC
Land surveying is the technique, profession, and science of accurately determining the terrestrial or three-dimensional position of points and the distances and angles between them, commonly practiced by...
| ApplyMaritime Transport and Logistics
Certificate
KNEC
The Kenyan waters provide great economic opportunities. Coast and inland waters provide food, recreation and homes while maritime transport, tourism and fishing are key economic pillars in Kenya.Efficient...
| ApplyMaritime Transport Operations
Certificate
KNEC
The Kenyan waters provide great economic opportunities. Coast and inland waters provide food, recreation and homes while maritime transport, tourism and fishing are key economic pillars in Kenya.Efficient...
| ApplyPetroleum Geosciences
Certificate
KNEC
The certificate in petroleum geosciences program provides training in geology and geophysics for students preparing to enter the oil and gas industry.This course provides an introduction to geology...
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We opened doors to the public on 1st April 2006 and have been in operation since then. We have been granted approval by all the relevant government agencies to offer training programs.
The approval and registration received so far include but not limited to the following:
- Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority (TVETA)
- Kenya Nutritionists and Dieticians Institute (KNDI) Interim license registration
- Kenya National Examination Council (KNEC) with Center numbers for Technical, Business and ECDE
- Kenya Accountants and Secretaries National Examination Board (KASNEB)
- National Industrial Training Authority (NITA)