Library and Information Science Program Offered at Equip Africa Institute

This Diploma in Library & Information Science course offered at Equip Africa Institute is designed to equip a Library and information science technician with necessary competencies.

A library and information science technician is required to perform publishing and book trade, cataloging, management of industry knowledge, search of library and information database, analysis of information resources, copyright compliance and license requirement management, conservation and preservation of information materials, library and information management system, records and information management aligned on this program.

Assessment

The course will be assessed at two levels: internally and externally. Internal assessment is continuous and is conducted by the trainer who is monitored by an internal accredited verifier while external assessment is the responsibility of TVET CDACC.

Certification

On successful completion of all units of learning, a trainee will be awarded a Diploma in Library & Information Science issued by TVET CDACC in conjunction with Equip Africa Institute.

An individual entering this library and information science diploma course at Equip Africa Institute should have any of the following minimum requirements:

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (K.C.S.E.) with a minimum mean grade of C- (minus)
• Level 5 certificate in a related course with one year of continuous work experience
• Equivalent qualifications as determined by Kenya National Qualifications Authority (KNQA)

Equip Africa Institute is a TVET accredited institution committed to competence, innovation, and excellence. The Institute offers high-quality competency-based diploma and certificate programs in various disciplines.

Founded in 2016, the TVET Institution’s center of excellence is domiciled in Mount Kenya University’s Thika main campus, along General Kago Road. The Institute leverages ... read more