Kenya Coast National Polytechnic.
Kenya Coast National Polytechnic is a Public College accredited by Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority (TVETA).
Kenya Coast National Polytechnic
Kenya Coast National Polytechnic (KCNP), formerly Mombasa Technical Training Institute (MTTI), is a public Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institution. KCNP was established in 1950 as a Technical High School. Upon the introduction of the 8-4-4 system of education, it was elevated to a Technical Training Institute in 1984. The institution acquired its National Polytechnic status through Kenya Coast National Polytechnic Order, 2016 as published in the Legal Notice No. 88 and in conformity with the TVET Act No. 29 of 2013.
Through the support of the Government of Kenya, the Polytechnic is equipped with state-of-the-art equipment in Engineering, Hospitality, Fashion Design, Cosmetology as well as ICT. The Polytechnic is on the airwaves broadcasting in Mombasa via Mvita FM 106.2 Radio Station established in collaboration with Mvita NG-CDF.
We have seen tremendous growth in terms of courses offered and student enrolment; from an initial population of 23 students and 24 teaching staff in 1990 to over 7500 students and over 150 teaching staff presently.
The Polytechnic offers academic programmes spread across ten teaching departments; namely: Applied Sciences, Building and Civil Engineering, Business and Media Studies, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Fashion Design and Cosmetology, Hospitality and Tourism Management, ICT, Mechanical and Automotive Engineering, Medical Sciences and Secretarial and Liberal Studies.
Currently, we train at diploma, certificate and artisan levels as well as tailor-made short courses. Our hands-on training has ensured that our graduates acquire the necessary skills and competencies as required by the industry, leading to their absorption in the job market.
In 2018, KCNP was competitively selected by the Government of Kenya and the World Bank to be a Regional Flagship Marine Transport and Port Logistics Centre under the East Africa Skills for Transformation and Regional Integration Project (EASTRIP). The project involves three countries; Kenya, Ethiopia and Tanzania from which five TVET institutions were selected from Kenya. We are therefore developing a Regional Centre of Excellence in Marine Transport and Port Logistics; a Centre which aims to develop competent graduates for the maritime sector.
KCNP is managed by a Council which is appointed by the Cabinet Secretary of Education and the Chief Principal serves as the Secretary to the Council. We are a member of the Kenya Association of Technical Training Institutions (KATTI) as well as the Commonwealth Association of Technical Universities and Polytechnics in Africa (CAPA). KCNP is ISO 9001:2015 certified.
Why study at Kenya Coast National Polytechnic
Kenya Coast National Polytechnic is the only National Polytechnic in Coast region with the most comprehensive training packages and other first-class facilities. We are an Institute committed to excellence in teaching, research, creativity, and innovations in Technical Training with graduate employability. Our mission is to produce highly competent graduates for the modern world of work.
Whether you are seeking skills for a first-time venture into the working world, or perhaps you need to upgrade your existing skills to keep up with today’s fast-paced world, we have a place for you at The Kenya Coast National Polytechnic (KCNP).
KCNP faculty personnel are professional in their fields, experienced, and able to offer you the degree of training necessary to reach your goals. Our staff is centered on technical education with a mindset to pave the way to success for our students.
As we endeavor to become a Global Center of Excellence in Technological Training we will ensure that you achieve your objectives. Your time here will pass quickly and our role will be to make it as productive and enriching as possible.
It is our passion to produce highly productive graduates who are competent in their specializations.
We have a wide portfolio of courses that will be provided to you in a supportive environment.
Serving you will be dedicated professionals, who will help you achieve high Technical skills and academic standards.
We will also link you up to prospective employers through various activities including attachments and field visits.
Our examination results are consistently well above average and the majority of our graduates not only find worthwhile jobs within a reasonably short time but progress to higher education.
