Machakos Technical Institute for the Blind is a Public College located in Machakos Town Consituency and is accredited by the Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority (TVETA) to offer Diploma and Certificate programs.
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Machakos Technical Institute for the Blind is a Government Technical Training Institution, located within Machakos municipality next to National Cereal Produce Board deport off Konza road.
It was established in 1958 to provide technical craft skills to those maimed by war. It was then sponsored by the Royal Commonwealth Society for the Blind and its local partner Kenya Society for the Blind initially to serve only male trainees who were taught orientation and mobility, braille literacy, handicraft, and telephone operation courses.
In 1987, the first female students were admitted and knitting & garment-making courses introduced. In 1994 the first integrated Artisan level training was started. In 1997 the Institution was upgraded and renamed Machakos Technical Institute for the Blind becoming the only Technical Training Institution in East & Central Africa offering Kenya National Examination Council (K.N.E.C.) Craft courses for visually impaired persons.
Machakos Technical Institute for the Blind serves the needs of the visually impaired in the East and Central Africa region. Notable among our achievements in rehabilitation are 1998 August 7th Nairobi bomb blast survivors and the "Kumi Kumi" illicit brew victims. The Institution offers Rehabilitation and Habilitation program as well as the following technical and vocational courses to both the visually impaired and sighted persons.
Programs offered at Machakos Technical Institute for the Blind
Building Technology (Artisan)
Certificate
KNEC
This building technology program is designed to equip trainees with knowledge and skills in the technology and management of the building industry (plumbing and masonry works).The course trains students...
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Certificate
KNEC
This building technology NVCET program is designed to equip trainees with knowledge and skills in the technology and management of the building industry (plumbing and masonry works).The course trains...
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Certificate
KNEC
In this carpentry and joinery program, students develop skills and knowledge in many aspects of the carpentry trade.Carpentry is a skilled trade and a craft in which the primary...
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Certificate
KNEC
Carpentry is one of the oldest skilled trades and is still widely required in modern construction. It involves the cutting, shaping, and installation of wood (timber) for buildings...
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Certificate
KNEC
Carpentry is a skilled trade and a craft in which the primary work performed is the cutting, shaping, and installation of building materials during the construction of buildings,...
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Certificate
KNEC
This fashion design and garment making course gives students the opportunity to explore the exciting world of design and begin to understand the background and knowledge needed to...
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Certificate
KNEC
Fashion designing is one of the most lucrative, appealing, glamorous and exciting career options in today's world.Fashion design is the art of applying design, aesthetics and natural beauty...
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Certificate
KNEC
Fashion design and garment making technology encompass fashion design, fashion marketing, garment making, fashion technology, clothing management, and textile design.Fashion design is influenced by cultural and social attitudes...
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Certificate
KNEC
Masonry is the building of structures from individual units, which are often laid in and bound together by mortar. Masonry is generally a highly durable form of construction....
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Certificate
KNEC
Masonry is an ancient trade, but to this day masons are highly valued and in-demand members of our workforce. This KNEC masonry artisan certificate program will introduce you...
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Certificate
KNEC
Masonry is the building of structures from individual units, which are often laid in and bound together by mortar. Masonry is generally a highly durable form of construction....
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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...
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