Marketable Courses You Can do With D+, D Plain, D- in KCSE

Scoring a D+ or D plain in your KCSE exams may not feel like your best achievement, but it does not define your future. Thankfully, there are a variety of exciting marketable courses available at TVET and technical institutions that you can pursue. These courses require as low as D, D- and E in KCSE to pursue the skills acquired are in high demand in the job market.

 You can start with certificate courses and gradually progress to diplomas and even pursue a degree in your chosen field.

Certificate courses usually take 1 to 2 years to complete.

This article explores a list of marketable courses that just require a D+, D plain, D- or E in KCSE. But first, lets begin by differenting between Artisan and Craft courses:

Artisan Certificate Courses (D- and E)

These courses are ideal for KCPE leavers or students with E or D- grades since they equip them with basic practical skills in specific trades.

Examples of artisan courses include electrical installation, catering & accommodation, masonry, plumbing, carpentry & joinery, and motor vehicle mechanics.

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Craft Certificate Courses (D Plain)

Craft courses are more advanced than artisan courses, providing in-demand practical skills. They prepare you for immediate employment or self-employment as a “technician” or “craftsman.”

These courses require at least a D plain in KCSE.

Craft courses include automotive engineering, computer servicing & maintenance, electrical & electronic engineering, food & beverage, baking technology, and information technology.

Marketable Courses for D+, D Plain, D-, and E in KCSE

1. Courses You can Do with D Plain and D+ (Plus)

• 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 Sales 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

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2. Marketable D- (Minus) and E Grade Courses

• 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.

Also Read:

1. List of accredited engineering courses in Kenya
2. TVET Approved Courses in Kenya
3. Graffins College Diploma and Certificate Courses
4. Nairobi Aviation College Courses, Requirements