Kuccps diploma courses are state-sponsored technical programmes open to qualified student’s in Kenya. Kuccps as fondly known is a government office dealing with admission of government sponsored students in colleges and universities. Kuccps does not place students for diploma courses in universities; however, you can be placed for a diploma course in a technical college affiliated to a university. Several public universities have launched directorates of tvet education to capitalize on Kuccps placement services.

This article explores the different Kuccps diploma courses including; Kuccps medical courses, Kuccps teaching courses, and Kuccps agriculture courses available to qualified students and their placement requirements.

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List of Kuccps Diploma Courses

In an attempt to make vocational and technical education accessible to all, Kuccps has partnered with different technical colleges to offer diploma courses to qualified students. The following Kuccps diploma programmes are open to qualified applicants;

1. Diploma in teacher education (English and geography)
2. Diploma in teacher education (Kiswahili and geography)
3. Diploma in teacher education (Kiswahili and history)
4. Diploma in teacher education (geography/ business studies)
5. Diploma in teacher education (physics and computer studies)
6. Diploma in teacher education (mathematics and computer studies)
7. Diploma in teacher education (math and geography)
8. Diploma in teacher education (physics and chemistry)
9. Diploma in teacher education (physics and mathematics)
10. Diploma in teacher education (art and design/ English)
11. Diploma in teacher education (art and design/ Kiswahili)
12. Diploma in teacher education (biology/ mathematics)
13. Diploma in teacher education (mathematics/ business studies)
14. Diploma in teacher education (chemistry/ mathematics)
15. Diploma in teacher education (biology/ chemistry)
16. Diploma in teacher education (agriculture/ chemistry)
17. Diploma in teacher education (agriculture/ biology)
18. Diploma in teacher education (French/ English)
19. Diploma in teacher education (German/ English)
20. Diploma in teacher education (geography/ Christian Religious Education, CRE)
21. Diploma in teacher education (English and CRE)
22. Diploma in teacher education (Kiswahili and CRE)
23. Diploma in teacher education (English and history)
24. Diploma in teacher education (history and CRE)
25. Diploma in teacher education (geography/ history)
26. Diploma in teacher education (IRE with English)
27. Diploma in teacher education (Islamic Religious Education, IRE with either Arabic/ Kiswahili/ geography/ English or history)
28. Diploma in teacher education (French with either history, geography, CRE, IRE or English)
29. Diploma in teacher education (music/ English)
30. Diploma in teacher education (music/ Kiswahili)
31. Diploma in agricultural education and extension
32. Diploma in agricultural extension and community development
33. Diploma in counselling psychology
34. Diploma in guidance and counselling
35. Diploma in applied statistics
36. Diploma in disaster management
37. Diploma in software development
38. Diploma in computer systems
39. Diploma in computer studies
40. Diploma in computer science
41. Diploma in information technology
42. Diploma in information communication technology, ICT
43. Diploma in business information technology
44. Diploma in early childhood education
45. Diploma in early childhood development
46. Diploma in refrigeration and air condition
47. Diploma in sugar agronomy
48. Diploma in cooperative management
49. Diploma in horticulture
50. Diploma in agriculture
51. Diploma in general agriculture
52. Diploma in agriculture, human ecology and consumer science
53. Diploma in agriculture and biotechnology
54. Diploma in fisheries and aquatic sciences
55. Diploma in agricultural irrigation and drainage engineering
56. Diploma in agricultural engineering
57. Diploma in water resources
58. Diploma in water technology
59. Diploma in water technology (water supply option)
60. Diploma in water engineering
61. Diploma in animal production and health management
62. Diploma in electronics
63. Diploma in electronics (IVQ) level 2
64. Diploma in electrical and electronics technology
65. Diploma in electrical and electronics technology (power)
66. Diploma in electrical and electronics engineering
67. Diploma in electrical & electronics
68. Diploma in electrical engineering
69. Diploma in electrical and electronics engineering (power option)
70. Diploma in electrical engineering (power option)
71. Diploma in electrical and electronics technology (telecommunication option)
72. Diploma in electrical & electronics engineering (telecommunication option)
73. Diploma in telecommunication engineering
74. Diploma in electrical (telecommunication)
75. Diploma in technology (telecommunication & information engineering)
76. Diploma in electrical and electronics engineering (instrumentation option)
77. Diploma in electrical and electronics engineering (instrumentation & control)
78. Diploma in technology (instrumentation & control)
79. Diploma in technology (electronics and automation engineering)
80. Diploma in technology in electrical power engineering
81. Diploma in technology in electronic engineering
82. Diploma in sports administration and management
83. Diploma in welding and fabrication
84. Diploma in customs administration
85. Diploma in tax administration
86. Diploma in analytical chemistry
87. Diploma in applied chemistry
88. Diploma in environmental sciences
89. Diploma in environmental management
90. Diploma in applied biology
91. Diploma in science laboratory technology
92. Diploma in water and waste water laboratory technology
93. Diploma in risk management and insurance
94. Diploma in pharmacy
95. Diploma in pharmaceutical technology
96. Diploma in medical engineering
97. Diploma in technology medical engineering
98. Diploma in medical laboratory science
99. Diploma in medical laboratory sciences
100. Diploma in medical laboratory technology
101. Diploma in environmental health sciences
102. Diploma in health promotion and education
103. Diploma in community health and HIV management
104. Diploma in community and public health
105. Diploma in community health
106. Diploma in community health & development
107. Diploma in community health and nutrition
108. Diploma in medical-biotechnology
109. Diploma in supply chain management
110. Diploma in supplies chain management
111. Diploma in purchasing and supplies management
112. Diploma in supplies management
113. Diploma in procurement and materials management
114. Diploma in shipping
115. Diploma in airports operations
116. Diploma in air cargo management
117. Diploma in freight operations and dispatch
118. Diploma in freight management
119. Diploma in logistics and transport management
120. Diploma in road transport management
121. Diploma in transport management
122. Diploma in petroleum management
123. Diploma in petroleum and geoscience
124. Diploma in mechanical technology
125. Diploma in mechanical engineering
126. Diploma in mechanical engineering (plant option)
127. Diploma in mechanical engineering (production option)
128. Diploma in mechanical engineering (automotive option)
129. Diploma in automotive engineering
130. Diploma in motor vehicle systems
131. Diploma in motor vehicle mechanics
132. Diploma in motor vehicle systems technician
133. Diploma in international vocational qualification level 2 in motor vehicle systems
134. Diploma in mechatronics
135. Diploma in mechatronic engineering
136. Diploma in building and civil engineering
137. Diploma in civil engineering
138. Diploma in civil engineering technology
139. Diploma in highways engineering
140. Diploma in road construction
141. Diploma in construction plant
142. Diploma in construction plant engineering
143. Diploma in building technology
144. Diploma in building engineering technology
145. Diploma in building construction technology
146. Diploma in building and construction
147. Diploma in construction management
148. Diploma in architecture
149. Diploma in quantity surveying
150. Diploma in map production (printing)
151. Diploma in land surveying
152. Diploma in photogrammetry and remote sensing
153. Diploma in cartography
154. Diploma in nutrition & dietetics
155. Diploma in nutrition & dietetic management
156. Diploma in dietetic management
157. Diploma in dietetics management
158. Diploma in nutrition and diet management
159. Diploma in international tourism
160. Diploma in tourism management
161. Diploma in technology (tourism and travel management)
162. Diploma in tourism and hospitality management
163. Diploma in hospitality management
164. Diploma in hotel and institutional management
165. Diploma in baking technology
166. Diploma in housekeeping and laundry
167. Diploma in catering and hotel management
168. Diploma in catering and accommodation management
169. Diploma in catering and accommodation operations
170. Diploma in technology (event and convention management)
171. Diploma in tour guiding and travels
172. Diploma in tour guiding
173. Diploma in marine engineering
174. Diploma in nautical sciences
175. Diploma in chemical engineering
176. Diploma in computerized secretarial studies
177. Diploma in secretarial studies (computerized)
178. Diploma in secretarial studies
179. Diploma in secretarial studies and office management
180. Diploma in front office operations and customer care
181. Diploma in social work and community development
182. Diploma in social work and development
183. Diploma in community development and social work
184. Diploma in community development and counseling
185. Diploma in community development
186. Diploma in aeronautical engineering (avionics)
187. Diploma in aeronautical engineering (air-frames and engines)
188. Diploma in technology (aeronautical engineering)
189. Diploma in wildlife management
190. Diploma in journalism & media
191. Diploma in mass communication
192. Diploma in human resource management
193. Diploma in criminology and justice
194. Diploma in security and intelligence studies
195. Diploma in music and dance
196. Diploma in archives and records management
197. Diploma in health records and IT
198. Diploma in health records and information
199. Diploma in information science
200. Diploma in international vocational qualification in information studies level 2
201. Diploma in information studies
202. Diploma in library and information science
203. Diploma in library and information studies
204. Diploma in public relations
205. Diploma in public relations and creative advertising
206. Diploma in business administration
207. Diploma in business administration/ management
208. Diploma in business management
209. Diploma in leadership and management
210. Diploma in management
211. Diploma in county governance and ethics
212. Diploma in agribusiness management
213. Diploma in farm business management
214. Diploma in entrepreneurship development
215. Diploma in entrepreneurial agriculture
216. Diploma in entrepreneurship
217. Diploma in entrepreneurship education
218. Diploma in food technology and quality assurance
219. Diploma in food science and processing technology
220. Diploma in food science and technology
221. Diploma in food technology
222. Diploma in industrial microbiology and biotechnology
223. Diploma in project management
224. Diploma in micro finance
225. Diploma in credit management
226. Diploma in banking and finance
227. Diploma in banking
228. Diploma in accountancy
229. Diploma accounting technician 1
230. Diploma accounting technicians
231. Accounting technician diploma
232. Diploma in accounting and finance
233. Diploma in accountant technician
234. Diploma in accountant’s technicians diploma
235. Diploma accounting technician 2
236. Diploma in marketing
237. Diploma in sales and marketing
238. Diploma in clothing technology
239. Diploma in fashion design and garment making
240. Diploma in fashion and garment making
241. Diploma in fashion design and garment making technology
242. Diploma in fashion design & clothing
243. Diploma in clothing technology
244. Diploma in clothing and textile
245. Diploma in food and beverage
246. Diploma in food and beverages production
247. Diploma in food and beverage management
248. Diploma in food and beverage production, sales and service management
249. Diploma in food and beverage production and service management
250. Diploma in graphic design

Kuccps Teaching Diploma Courses and Requirements

Are you aspiring to become a teacher? Kuccps can connect you to primary or secondary teacher education. For diploma in primary education course, candidates must have a C plain in KCSE, it’s worth noting there is no subject limitations for diploma in primary education. The requirements for secondary teaching course are a KCSE grade C+ (plus), with C+ (plus) in two teaching subjects.

The following are Kuccps teaching courses open to qualified candidates;

1. Diploma in primary education
2. Diploma in teacher education (English and geography)
3. Diploma in teacher education (Kiswahili and geography)
4. Diploma in teacher education (Kiswahili and history)
5. Diploma in teacher education (geography/ business studies)
6. Diploma in teacher education (physics and computer studies)
7. Diploma in teacher education (mathematics and computer studies)
8. Diploma in teacher education (math and geography)
9. Diploma in teacher education (physics and chemistry)
10. Diploma in teacher education (physics and mathematics)
11. Diploma in teacher education (art and design/ English)
12. Diploma in teacher education (art and design/ Kiswahili)
13. Diploma in teacher education (biology/ mathematics)
14. Diploma in teacher education (mathematics/ business studies)
15. Diploma in teacher education (chemistry/ mathematics)
16. Diploma in teacher education (biology/ chemistry)
17. Diploma in teacher education (agriculture/ chemistry)
18. Diploma in teacher education (agriculture/ biology)
19. Diploma in teacher education (French/ English)
20. Diploma in teacher education (German/ English)
21. Diploma in teacher education (geography/ Christian Religious Education, CRE)
22. Diploma in teacher education (English and CRE)
23. Diploma in teacher education (Kiswahili and CRE)
24. Diploma in teacher education (English and history)
25. Diploma in teacher education (history and CRE)
26. Diploma in teacher education (geography/ history)
27. Diploma in teacher education (IRE with English)
28. Diploma in teacher education (Islamic Religious Education, IRE with either Arabic/ Kiswahili/ geography/ English or history)
29. Diploma in teacher education (French with either history, geography, CRE, IRE or English)
30. Diploma in teacher education (music/ English)
31. Diploma in teacher education (music/ Kiswahili)

Kuccps Diploma Courses in Agriculture

Agriculture is the backbone of Kenya’s economy. Millions of smallholder farmers depend on agriculture. The following are Kuccps diploma courses in agriculture aimed at producing competent manpower in the agriculture sector;

1. Diploma in agriculture
2. Diploma in general agriculture
3. Diploma in agriculture, human ecology, and consumer service
4. Diploma in entrepreneurial agriculture
5. Diploma in agriculture and biotechnology
6. Diploma in horticulture
7. Diploma in horticultural production
8. Diploma in dairy farm management
9. Diploma in agricultural extension
10. Diploma in agricultural education and extension
11. Diploma in agricultural extension and community development
12. Diploma in animal health
13. Diploma in animal production and health management
14. Diploma in agricultural engineering
15. Diploma in agribusiness management
16. Diploma in sugar agronomy
17. Diploma in agriprenuership
18. Diploma in fisheries and aquatic sciences
19. Diploma in sustainable agriculture and rural development
20. Diploma in crop production

Kuccps Medical Diploma Courses

Kuccps in collaboration with different technical colleges provides students with opportunities to actualize their medical career dreams. The following Kuccps medical diploma courses are available to qualified candidates;

1. Diploma in community health and nutrition
2. Diploma in community health
3. Diploma in health records and information technology
4. Diploma in counselling psychology
5. Diploma in environmental health
6. Diploma in pharmaceutical technology
7. Diploma in pharmacy
8. Diploma in medical laboratory sciences

Kuccps Diploma Courses Requirements

Kuccps board of management has developed a placement criterion for different Kuccps diploma courses. For instance, C- (minus) is the grade needed for diploma courses. Some diploma programs require C (plain), or C+ (plus). Besides the KCSE mean grade, passes in certain cluster subjects are a requirement for some courses. For detailed subject requirements, visit Kuccps portal.

Kuccps Diploma Courses Frequently Asked Questions

Prospective college students ask various questions related to Kuccps and higher education in general. We have sampled some of the questions and here are the answers.

How Much Does Kuccps Pay for Diploma Students?

Kuccps does not pay for diploma students directly. However, if you are placed to colleges through Kuccps, the government pays a certain tuition amount for you (the student). Besides, you qualify for a loan facility depending with your need.

How to Apply for Kuccps Diploma Courses?

To apply for Kuccps diploma courses, visit the Kuccps portal and navigate to the student login interface. In the respective boxes enter your KCSE index number, KCSE year, and password. Your password is either your KCPE index number or birth certificate no. Next, click login to access the courses page. Explore the courses and pick the preferred options, noting down the course code. Once you select your courses, click apply and insert the course codes. You must pay Kuccps application fees before submitting your course choices.

What is the Minimum Grade to Join Kuccps?

The minimum grade to join college through Kuccps depends on your level of study and preferred course. For instance;

1. Minimum grade for artisan courses is KCSE grade D- (minus) and below
2. Minimum grade for craft-certificate course is D (plain)
3. Minimum grade for diploma course is C- (minus)
4. Minimum grade for degree course is C+ (plus)

Can I Do Electrical Engineering with C Minus?

Yes, for many diploma courses including electrical engineering, C minus is the minimum admission requirement. Besides you need passes in math, physics, and English.

How Do You Know if you Have Been Selected by Kuccps?

Checking whether you have been selected by Kuccps is easy. Visit the Kuccps student portal link, and login to your account using KCSE and KCPE index numbers. You’ll find the information there.

Can I Join Kuccps with D+?

Yes, you can join Kuccps with D+. With a KCSE D+ (plus) you can join a certificate course through Kuccps placement process.

How Many Courses Can One Select in Kuccps;

Applicants have a maximum of 18 choices; For Kuccps diploma courses, students have 4 options. The following are the courses one can select for each level;

1. Degree courses have 6 course options
2. Diploma courses have 4 course choices
3. Certificate courses have 4 course choices
4. Artisan courses have 4 course options

Can Kuccps Place you in Kmtc?

Yes, Kuccps places students to Kmtc. If you want to study a Kuccps diploma course in Kmtc, visit Kuccps website and apply.

Can you Change Courses in Kuccps?

The answer is yes, but there is a process. Kuccps provides an automated process to change courses after initial placement. You must meet Kuccps terms and conditions to change your course successfully.

Final Thoughts

Kuccps diploma courses offers qualified candidates a momentous chance to fulfill one’s career aspirations. Whether you want to become a builder, dairy farmer, teacher, or other imaginable career field, the diploma programmes discussed in this page provides a good chance to explore your career options.