Colleges in Isiolo County are integral in expanding regional access to technical, vocational and professional education, providing opportunities for learners to acquire practical skills and industry-relevant qualifications.
From technical training colleges and vocational centers to professional institutes, the discussed institutions support skills development, entrepreneurship and employment across the county.
Which is the leading college in Isiolo?
1. Bishop Locati Technical Training Institute
This Catholic-sponsored vocational college sits on the Catholic Diocese of Isiolo compound in Isiolo town, and the diocese backs it in honor of the late Bishop Luigi Locati.
Telephone
0701887099
Founded
2022
Website
www.cdisiolo.org
Students train in secretarial studies, mechanics, electrical work, plumbing, welding, fashion design, beauty therapy and food and beverage.
2. KMTC Isiolo Campus
The Kenya Medical Training College runs inside the Isiolo County Referral Hospital grounds, where it opened in September 2016.
Telephone
0792307336
Founded
2016
P.O Box
844-60300, Isiolo
Website
www.kmtc.ac.ke
The campus teaches certificate and diploma programmes such as Health Records and Information Technology.
Merti TVC is a public TVET institution serving Merti town in northern Isiolo County.
Telephone
0769 654 008
Founded
2021
Website
www.mertitvc.co.ke
Learners can pick from electrical engineering, welding, ICT, building technology and business courses, with entry grades of C- for diplomas, D+ for craft certificates and E for artisan courses.
4. Uhuru Vocational Training College
Isiolo County Government runs Uhuru Vocational Centre in Isiolo town, and the Safaricom Foundation recently funded new workshops and an administration block there.
Founded
2016
P.O Box
496-60300, Isiolo
Trainees prepare for NITA trade tests in dressmaking, electrical wiring, motor vehicle mechanics and masonry, and the college has added welding and beauty therapy.
5. Isiolo Technical Training Institute
Isiolo TTI is a TVETA-registered institute located in the Waqf Building, off the A2 Isiolo–Marsabit Road.
Telephone
0729 265136
Website
www.itti.ac.ke
Email [email protected] to request updated lists pf courses and fee structure.
6. St. Mary’s Secretarial College
Bishop Luigi Locati started this college in Isiolo after the Directorate of Personnel Management in the Office of the President proposed the idea.
Call the admin or visit the campus in Isiolo town before initiating registration.
Full list of Top 25 Colleges in Isiolo County
Archer’s Post Vocational Training Centre
Bishop Locati Technical Training Institute
Bulapesa Vocational Training Centre
Bulla Pesa Youth Polytechnic
Burat Vocational Training Centre
Chari Vocational Training Centre
Garbatulla Technical and Vocational College
Garbatulla Vocational Training Centre
Horizon’s Technology College
Inten Digitals Academy
Isiolo Digital Hub
Isiolo School of Business and Vocational Training College
Isiolo Small Business Development Centre
Isiolo Technical Training Institute
Isiolo Youth Innovation Centre
Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) – Isiolo Campus
Kina Vocational Training Centre
Kinna Vocational Training Centre
Kipsing Vocational Training Centre
Merti Technical and Vocational College
Merti Vocational Training Centre
Mwangaza Vocational Training Centre
Ngaremara Vocational Training Centre
Oldonyiro Vocational Training Centre
Rapsu Vocational Training Centre
Sericho Vocational Training Centre
St. Joseph Youth Polytechnic
St. Mary’s Secretarial College
Uhuru Vocational Training College
Wabera Vocational Training Centre
Isolo County with a population of about 270,000 has even more higher learning institutions with diverse placement opportunities for learners from across the country.
Colleges across wards in Isiolo County
No
Wards
Pop
1
Wabera
37k
2
Bulla Pesa
31k
3
Chari
20k
4
Cherab
27k
5
Ngare Mara
7k
6
Burat
25k
7
Oldonyiro
20k
8
Garbatulla
36k
9
Kinna
27k
10
Sericho
36k
268k
In conclusion, Isiolo County offers a growing range of colleges, technical institutes, vocational training centers and other tertiary institutions that equip learners with practical skills and professional qualifications. You are encouraged to compare available courses, entry requirements and accreditation before choosing a campus that aligns with preferred career goals.
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