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Catalogue of NITA Curricula

Catalogue of NITA Curricula
The National industrial training Authority (NITA) curriculum equips trainees with practical skills and industry-relevant knowledge, ensuring job readiness through competency based training and real industrial exposure. With a strong focus on hands-on training and industry collaboration, it enhances technical skills proficiency, problem-solving, and career growth.
 
To meet labor market demands, the Authority has developed the following curricula:
Updated List of QPs/NOS, Curricula and Assessment Guidelines Gazetted
A. Computer Trades
1. Computer Operator –Level 2, 3 and 4
2. Graphic Designer- Level 2, 3 and 4

B. Apparel Trades
1. Machine Knitter - Level 2, 3 and 4
2. Apparel Pattern Maker – Level 4
3. Sewing Machine Operator - Level 2 and 3
4. Apparel Quality Checker- Level 4
5. Tie and Dye Decorator - Level 2
6. Batik Decorator - Level 2
7. Hand Screen Printer - Level 2 and 3
8. Garment Production Supervisor- Level 5
9. Dressmaker- Level 2, 3 and 4
10. Tailor- Level 2, 3 and 4
11. Upholsterer - Level 2, 3 and 4
12. Sewing Machine Mechanic- Level 2
13. Handloom Operator- Level 2

C. Building Trades
1. Scaffold Fitter- Level 2, 3 and 4
2. Terrazzo/Granolithic Layer – Level 2, 3 and 4
3. Landscaper- Level 2, 3 and 4
4. Form Worker- Level 2, 3 and 4
5. Glazier- Level 2, 3 and 4
6. Steel Fixer- Level 2, 3 and 4
7. Interior Decorator- 3 and 4
8. Cabinet Maker - Level 2, 3 and 4
9. Carpentry and Joiner- Level 2, 3 ,4 and 5
10. Mason- Level 2, 3, 4 and 5
11. Painter Decorator- Level 2, 3 and 4
12. Plumber and Pipe Fitter- Level 2, 3 ,54 and 5
13. Polisher- Level 2, 3 and 4
14. Sign Writer- Level 2, 3 and 4
15. Tile Layer- Level 2, 3 and 4
16. Wood Carver - Level I2, 3 and 4
17. Wood Machinist - Level 2, 3 and 4
18. Plasterer – Level 2
19. Dry Wall Installer- Level 2
20. Cabro Installer- Level 2

D. Automotive Trades
1. Light Vehicle Mechanic- Level 2, 3, 4 and 5
2. Vehicle Body Builder - Level 2, 3 and 4
3. Power Generation Mechanic - Level 3, 4 and 5
4. Earth Moving Plant Operator - Level 2, 3 and 4
5. Lifting Plant Operator- Level 2, 3 and 4
6. Motorcycle Mechanics- Level 2, 3 and 4
7. Motor Vehicle Assembler – Level 5
8. Plant Mechanic - Level 2, 3, 4 and 5
9. Panel Beater- Level 2, 3 and 4
10. Spray Painter- Level 2, 3 and 4
11. Motor Vehicle Electrician- Level 2, 3,4 and 5
12. Advanced Safe Defensive Driver -Level 3 (Partial Qualification)
13. Motor Vehicle Inspector- Level 7 (Partial Qualification)
14. Rating Motorman- Level 2
 
E. Agricultural Trades
1. Flower Grower - Level 2, 3 and 4
2. Mechanical Tea Harvester Level 2
3. Ranching - Level 2, 3 and 4
4. Dairy Processing Operator - Level 2, 3 and 4
5. Mushroom Farmer- Level 2, 3 and 4
6. Poultry Farmer- Level 2, 3 and 4
7. Apiarist- Level- Level 2
8. Beehive Fabricator- Level 3
9. Dairy Farm Worker- Level 2
10. Fish Farm Worker- Level 2
 
F. Hospitality Trades
1. Food and Beverage Service- Level 2, 3 and 4
2. Food and Beverage Production- Level 2, 3 and 4
3. Housekeeper - Level 2, 3 and 4
4. Pastry Cook- Level 2, 3 and 4
G. Leather Technology Trades
1. Footwear Cutter - Level 2
2. Footwear Stitcher - Level 2
3. Shoe Maker- Level 2, 3 and 4
4. Leather Worker- Level 2, 3 and 4
H. Music Trades
1. Music Instrumentalist- Level 2, 3 and 4
2. Music Producer- Level 2, 3 and 4

I. Media and Communication Trades
1. Photographer- Level 2, 3 and 4
2. Videographer- Level 2, 3 and 4
3. Painting Artist - Level 2
J. Security Trades
1. Private Security Officer –Level 2
2. Private Security Supervisor –Level 3
3. Armourer - Level 2, 3 and 4
 
K. Mechanical Trades
1. Arc Welder - Level 2, 3, 4 and 5
2. Gas Welder- Level 2, 3 and 4
3. General Fitter- Level 2, 3 and 4
4. Sheet Metal -- Level 2, 3 and 4
5. Turner Machinist- Level 2, 3,4 and 5
6. Moulder - Level 2, 3 and 4
7. Boiler Operator- Level 2
8. Pipeline Welder- Level 5 and 6
 
L. Air Conditioning and Refrigeration
1. Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic- Level 2, 3, 4 and 5

M. Electrical Trades
1. Solar Photovoltaic- Level 4, 5
2. Electrical Fitter- Level 2, 3 and 4
3. Electrical Wireman - Level 2, 3, 4 and 5
4. Electronic Mechanic - Level 2, 3, 4 and 5
5. Electrical Motor Rewinding- Level 2

N. Hair Dressing and Beauty
1. Hairdressing - Level 2, 3, 4 and 5
2. Beauty Therapy - Level 2, 3, 4 and 5
 
O. Energy
1. Petroleum Products Handler –Level 2
 
P. Personal Care Workers
1. Homecare Assistant- Level 2
2. Caregiver- Level 3
3. Childcare Giver- Level 2

Q. Cosmetology
1. Beauty Therapist - Level 2, 3, 4 and 5
2. Hairdresser - Level 2, 3, 4 and 5

R. Others
1. Airport Operation Officer- Level 2
2. Property Caretaker- Level 4
3. Oil and Gas Lab Technologist- Level 6
4. Retail Store Attendant- Level 3
5. Events Decorator- Level 2

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Director General, NITA
Commercial Street, Industrial Area Nairobi

  • Telephone: +254-20-2695586/9
  • Mobile No: +254-720-917897,254-736-290676,+254-772-212488
  • Email: directorgeneral@nita.go.ke
  • Hotline: +254-753-244676
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