Govt Issues Directives on New Courses Ahead of University Placement
The government says the courses can be completed within the nine-month waiting period, with credits transferable to universities...
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The Kenyan government is encouraging recent Form Four leavers to enroll in short, hands-on courses at Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions before their university placements in September.
- Principal Secretary for TVET, Esther Muoria, stated that nearly 250,000 candidates awaiting university placements can gain practical expertise within seven to eight months.
- Muoria clarified that credits acquired at TVETs can be transferred to universities, providing a seamless pathway for further education.
- The government released TVET scholarship funds last week, with HELB loans expected within the next two weeks to support students.
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