Diploma in Education secondary option qualifications 2024

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In this article, we will turn the spotlight on diploma in education secondary option qualifications and subject combinations available.

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A diploma in education (secondary option) is one of the education courses offered in Kenya and one of three career paths to becoming a secondary school teacher in Kenya.

The other two options are a bachelor of education degree or a Postgraduate Diploma in Education. To become a primary school teacher, you need a diploma in primary teacher education.

However, to enrol in any of these programs and be registered as a teacher, you must meet the requirements set by the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) and the Ministry of Education.

In this article, we will look at the diploma in education secondary option qualifications requirements.

Diploma in Education Secondary option qualifications (Arts and Science)

To enrol for a diploma in education (secondary option) in either arts or science, you must meet the following minimum qualification requirements.

  1. Have a mean grade of C+ in KCSE.
  2. Have a mean grade of C plus in two teaching subjects.
  3. Have a mean grade of C plain in English/Kiswahili.
  4. A mean grade of C plain in math for science subjects and D+ in arts subjects.
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Note that if math is one of your teaching subjects, you will need a minimum score of C+ in the subject.

Diploma in Education (Secondary option) Arts and science subject combinations

You can pursue a diploma in education arts or science in a combination of the following subjects.

  1. Diploma In Secondary Teacher Education, Biology / Chemistry
  2. Diploma In Teacher Education (Biology/Mathematics)
  3. Diploma In Secondary Teachers Education, Chemistry And Mathematics
  4. Diploma In Teacher Education (Geography/Christian Religious Education)
  5. Diploma In Teacher Education (Physics/Chemistry)
  6. Diploma In Secondary Teachers Education In Arabic And English
  7. Diploma In Teacher Education (German/ English Or C.R.E Or History Or Geography)
  8. Diploma In Secondary Teachers Education In English And Cre
  9. Diploma In Secondary Teacher Education In English And Christian Religious Education
  10. Diploma In Secondary Teachers Education In English And History
  11. Diploma In Teacher Education (French/Geography Or History Or C.R.E Or English)
  12. Diploma In Teacher Education (Kiswahili / History)
  13. Diploma In Secondary Teachers Education In Kiswahili And History
  14. Diploma In Secondary Teachers Education In Business Studies And Mathematics
  15. Diploma In Secondary Teacher Education In Kiswahili And Geography
  16. Diploma In Secondary Teachers Education In Fasihi Ya Kiswahili And Geog
  17. Diploma In Teacher Education (Geography / Business Studies)
  18. Diploma In Secondary Teachers Education In Physics And Mathematics
  19. Diploma In Secondary Teacher Education In Agriculture And Biology
  20. Diploma In Secondary Teacher Education In Kiswahili And Christian Religious Education
  21. Diploma In Secondary Teachers Education In Kiswahili And Cre
  22. Diploma In Secondary Teacher Education In English And Geography
  23. Diploma In Teacher Education (Geography/ History)
  24. Diploma In Secondary Teachers Education In Mathematics And Geography
  25. Diploma In Secondary Teachers Education In German And English
  26. Diploma In Teacher Education (Art And Design / English )
  27. Diploma In Teacher Education (Art And Design / Kiswahili)
  28. Diploma In Secondary Teachers Education In French And English
  29. Diploma In Secondary Teachers Education In Arabic And Ire
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  31. Diploma In Teacher Education (Physics / Computer Studies)
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  58. Diploma In Teacher Education (Fine Art/English)
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  89. Diploma In Secondary Teacher Education In English And Islamic Religious Education
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  94. Diploma In Secondary Teacher Education In History & Citizenship And Christian Religious Education
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Frequently asked questions

Can I do a diploma in teaching with a mean grade of C plain?

No, you cannot do a teaching diploma with a mean grade of C plain. According to TSC, you need at least C plus with C plus in two teaching subjects.

How long does it take to study diploma in education in Kenya?

A diploma in education takes between 2 to 3 years to complete.

Can I do a diploma in education with a C minus?

No, you cannot do a diploma in education with a KCSE mean grade of C minus.

Winding Up

A diploma in education prepares you for a career as a secondary school teacher. Primary school teachers are required to have a Diploma in primary teacher education which has lower requirements.

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28 Comments

  1. I have a diploma 1 in business administration and management examination body is ABE-UK, can I join the institution and which course can I take. Thanks.

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  3. How about if I had a mean of C plain and C+ in two teaching subjects having a P1 certificate and diploma in secondary option certificate, will the diploma certificate help me anywhere ?

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  6. I have a c plain in KCSE,I PTE certificate,and currently works under TSC on permanent terms…..can I qualify to pursue a diploma in Education secondary option,, Biology/Agriculture?

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  7. I had C plain in KCSE and p1 certificate,I had C in maths C in kiswahili and D+ in ENG,do I qualify for Dip in Education secondary option?

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  9. Hi,am sylvanus do I qualify to pursue a diploma in sec education kiswahili/cre with a mean grade of C plain

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  17. Is it possible to pursue degree course in Education of secondary teaching Kiswahili and CRE,,,and the mean grade of C Plain,,and you have passed in those teaching subjects

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  18. Hello,, I would love to do diploma in education for computer studies and kiswahili am I eligible to do,,is there any institutions offering this and is mathematics score need if so what’s the passmark ,,hope to hear from you soon ,,thank you

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  22. i completed my secondary education in the year 2012 and pursued bachelors degree in economics and finance,can I pursue diploma in education in the year 2023

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