The number of students enrolling in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions continues to rise, largely due to increased government support and the availability of accessible funding options.
Sotik Technical Training Institute (TTI) Principal Joel Maritim says that government-backed financial aid programs, such as HELEB loans, bursaries, and other support schemes, have made it easier for young people to pursue vocational training.
He also highlighted the global opportunities that come with TVET skills, revealing that several graduates from Sotik TTI have secured employment abroad.
“This month alone, four of our agricultural training graduates are travelling to Britain for jobs. That’s the power of skills training,” Maritim stated proudly.
“In most cases, we admit students even without fees so they can apply for funding later. No youth should stay at home when acquiring skills has been made so accessible,” he said
Speaking from his office, Maritim praised the modular learning system introduced in TTIs, saying it offers flexibility and encourages self-reliance among trainees.
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“The beauty of modular training is that after just three months, a student can start working, earn a living, and come back later to complete their course. It’s a practical, life-changing approach,” he explained.
He also highlighted the global opportunities that come with TVET skills, revealing that several graduates from Sotik TTI have secured employment abroad.
“This month alone, four of our agricultural training graduates are travelling to Britain for jobs. That’s the power of skills training,” Maritim stated proudly.
Beyond the students, Maritim emphasised the broader impact of TTIs on surrounding communities, urging parents across the country to consider enrolling their children in vocational institutions.
“TTIs are not just benefiting individual learners — they are uplifting entire communities through skills, innovation, and economic empowerment,” he said.
The principal called on the government and stakeholders to continue supporting technical education, noting that it plays a crucial role in addressing youth unemployment and building a skilled workforce for the nation.
TVET institutions across the country have seen a positive shift in public perception, with more parents and students recognising their value as a viable and rewarding alternative to traditional academic pathways.
By Kimutai Langat
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