Scoring a D+ or D plain in your KCSE exams may not feel like your best achievement, but it definitely does not define your future. Thankfully, there are a variety of exciting courses available at TVET and technical institutions that you can pursue. This opens doors to fulfilling careers and even higher education paths.
Remember: You can start with certificate courses and gradually progress to diplomas and even degree programs in your chosen field. Here’s an updated list of viable options for students with D+ or D plain, D- and E:
Artisan Certificate Courses:
- Ideal for KCPE leavers or students with E or D- grades.
- Equip you with basic skills in specific trades, making you an “artisan.”
- Examples: Electrical installation, catering & accommodation, masonry, plumbing, carpentry & joinery, motor vehicle mechanics.
Craft Certificate Courses:
- More advanced than artisan courses, providing in-demand practical skills.
- Prepare you for immediate employment or self-employment as a “technician” or “craftsman.”
- Require at least a D plain in KCSE.
- Examples: Automotive engineering, computer servicing & maintenance, electrical & electronic engineering, food & beverage, baking technology, information technology.
Marketable Courses for D+, D Plain, D-, and E in KCSE
If you choose to register through KUCCPS, some courses may require you to have a minimum grade of D+ in KCSE. You can apply for the same courses directly in KNEC-accredited institutions with a minimum of D plain in KCSE.
KUCCPS vs. Direct Application:
- Some courses require a minimum D+ through KUCCPS.
- For those with D plain or above, direct application to KNEC-accredited institutions often opens more doors.
Course Duration:
- Certificate or craft courses typically take 1-2 years, depending on chosen modules.
This list highlights some options, but remember, exploration is key!
D Plain OR D+ (Plus) Courses
- Certificate/Craft in Automotive Engineering
- Craft Certificate in Mechanical Engineering (Automotive Option)
- Certificate in Electrical and Electronic Engineering (Power Option)
- Certificate in Electrical Engineering (Telecommunication Option)
- Certificate in Electrical Engineering (Power Option)
- Certificate in Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technology (Telecommunication Option)
- Certificate in Electrical Engineering Level Five (TVET-CDACC)
- Craft Certificate in Electrical and Electronic Technology (Telecommunication Option)
- Artisan in Electrical Wireman
- Certificate in Electrical Installation (TVET-CDACC)
- Certificate in Computer Servicing and Maintenance
- Certificate in Counselling Psychology
- Certificate in Sells and Marketing
- Certificate in Human Resource Management
- Craft Certificate in Supply Chain Management
- Certificate in Social Work and Community Development
- Craft in Secretarial Studies
- Craft in Storekeeping
- Certificate in Business Administration
- Certificate in Fashion Design and Garment Making
- ICT Technician
- Certificate in ICT
- Certificate in Baking Technology
- Certificate in Catering and Accommodation Operations
- Craft Certificate in Mechanical Engineering
- Craft Certificate in Medical Laboratory Technology
- Craft Certificate in Nutrition and Dietetics
- Certificate in Health Records and Information Technology
- Certificate in disaster management
- Interior Design
- Certificate in Motor Vehicle Mechanics
- Graphics Design, Printing Technology
Courses You Can Do with D- (Minus) OR E in KCSE
- Artisan in Catering and Accommodation
- Artisan in Electrical Installation
- Artisan in Baking Technology
- Artisan in Masonry
- Artisan in Plumbing
- Artisan in Building Technology
- Artisan in Carpentry and Joinery
- Artisan in Motor Vehicle Mechanics
- Artisan in Information Communication Technology
- Artisan in Storekeeping
- Artisan in Electrical Installation
- Artisan in Automotive Engineering
- Artisan in Motor Vehicle Mechanics
- Artisan (Trade Test) in Tailoring and Dress Making
- Welding and Fabrication
- Carpentry and Joinery
- Motor Vehicle Wiring
Artisan courses are open to all students with at least a KCPE certificate or a KCSE certificate with any grade.
Remember: This is just a starting point! Explore these options and discover which path aligns best with your interests and aspirations. With dedication and hard work, you can achieve your goals and build a successful future.
Also Read:
- List of accredited engineering courses in Kenya
- TVET Approved Courses in Kenya
- List of Diploma Courses Offered at KMTC and Requirements