Kenya National Examinations Council
The Business and Technical Examinations are categorized under Post School examinations. These are professional examinations offered to candidates who have completed primary and/or secondary school education. The examinations are offered twice a year during the months of March and July. All courses are offered in both series.
Categories of examinations in Business Technical examinations.
- Single and Group – This is an examination where candidates can sit for single papers and obtain a certificate. After completion of the course, the certificates are combined into three levels of elementary, intermediate, and advanced. With the advanced certificate, candidates can proceed to Higher Diploma or Degree level of education.
- Artisan – This level places emphasis on the acquisition/mastery of practical skills. Candidates are awarded after passing practical examinations. The levels are Certificate courses, Diploma courses, and Higher Diploma courses. Those who successfully complete any of the above courses can proceed to the next stage or join the job market. Holders of Diploma certificates can proceed to pursue Degree courses.
Artisan Certificate
The level of courses that produce skilled workers in specific trades (artisan)
a) The Minimum Entry Requirements are: – KCPE Certificate, or; Equivalent qualification approved by KNEC.
b) The duration for the course is 2 years which includes compulsory industrial attachment.
Artisan Certificate in Clerk - Typist
Artisan Certificate in Salesmanship
Artisan Certificate in Storekeeping
Artisan Certificate in Carpentry & joinery
Artisan Certificate in Agricultural Mechanics
Artisan Certificate in Electrical and Electronics Technology
Artisan Certificate in Food & Beverage
Artisan Certificate in Plumbing & Pipefitting
Artisan Certificate in Electrical Installation
Artisan Certificate in Masonry
Artisan Certificate in Motor Vehicle Electrician and Electronics
Artisan Certificate in Motor Vehicle Mechanics
Artisan Certificate in Welding & Fabrication
Craft Certificate
The level of post-school courses that produce skilled technicians (craftsmen)
a) The Minimum Entry Requirements for this level of courses are: KCSE D Plain, Pass in Artisan Level where applicable, Any other equivalent qualification as approved by KNEC.
b) The duration for the course is two (2) years covered in two (2) modules including compulsory industrial attachment.
Certificate in Architechture
Certificate in Automotive Engineering
Certificate in Banking and Finance
Certificate in Bilding Technology
Certificate in Business Management
Certificate and Accommodation
Certificate in Community Health and Nutrition
Certificate in Fashion Design & Garment Making
Certificate in Food & Beverage
Certificate in Road Construction
Certificate in Health Records and Information Technology
Certificate in Human Resource management
Certificate in Industrial Plany Operations & Maintenance
Certificate in Information Communication technology
Certificate in Land Surveying
Certificate in Mechanical Engineering (Production Option)
Certificate in Project Management
Certificate in Road Transport Management
Certificate in Sales and Marketing
Certificate in Secretarial Studies
Certificate in Supply Chain Management
Certificate in Tour Guiding Operations
Certificate in Tourism Management
Craft Certificate in Electrical and Electronic Technology (Power Option)
Craft Certificate in Electrical and Electronic Technology (Telecommunication Option)
Craft certificate in Information Studies
Craft Certificate in Social Work
Diploma Certificate
The level of post-school courses that produce workers with technical, supervisory, training, and managerial skills.
a) The minimum Entry Requirements for this level of courses are: KCSE C Minus, Pass Craft Certificate Level where applicable, Any other equivalent qualification as approved by KNEC. Degree in a related area.
b) The duration for the course is three (3) years covered in three (3) modules including industrial attachment.
Diploma in Accountancy
Diploma in Architecture
Diploma in Automotive Engineering
Diploma in Banking and Finance
Diploma in Building Technology
Diploma in Business Management
Diploma in Catering and Accommodation
Diploma in Civil Engineering
Diploma in Community Health and Nutrition
Diploma in Construction Plant Engineering
Diploma in Tourism Management
Diploma in Information Communication Technology
Diploma in Counseling
Diploma in Electrical and Electrical and Electronic Engineering (Power Option)
Diploma in Electrical and Electrical and Electronic Engineering (Telecommunication Option)
Diploma in Entrepreneurship Development
Diploma in Fashion Design & Garment Making
Diploma in Food & Beverage Production, Sales and Service Management
Diploma in Health Records and Information Technology
Diploma in House Keeping and Laundry Management
Diploma in Human Resource management
Diploma in Information Studies
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (Plant Option)
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (Production Option)
Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics
Diploma in Project Management
Diploma in Road Transport Management
Diploma in Sales and Marketing
Diploma in Secretarial Studies
Diploma in Social Work and Community Development
Diploma in Supply Chain Management
Diploma in Tour Guiding Management
Early Childhood Development Education
Early Childhood Development and Education (ECDE) examinations are courses taken by students who wish to specialize in Early Childhood Education.
Proficiency
Certificate
Diploma Examination (ECDE)