Qualifications for p1 teacher in Kenya and colleges
In Kenya, there are approximately 30 teacher-training colleges where you can enroll for a diploma in primary teacher education (PTE) otherwise known as P1. We have visited close to all…
In Kenya, there are approximately 30 teacher-training colleges where you can enroll for a diploma in primary teacher education (PTE) otherwise known as P1.
We have visited close to all of these college’s websites and they share outdated information on qualifications for p1 teacher in Kenya.
We consulted with the Teachers Service Commission for all academic requirements you have to meet before enrolling for the course and be eligible to be registered as a primary school teacher in Kenya.
Qualifications for P1 teacher in Kenya
To enroll in a primary teacher education course in Kenya, one has to meet either of the three requirements as provided by the Teachers Service Commission (TSC).
- KCSE mean grade of C plain or above.
- At least a KCSE mean grade of C minus for the visually and hearing impaired.
- Primary Teacher Education (PTE) certificate holders can also apply.
Diploma in Early Childhood Development Education (ECDE) requirements in Kenya
To enroll for a diploma in early childhood development education, one has to meet either of the following requirements.
- KCSE mean grade of C plain.
- KNEC ECDE Certificate holders can also apply for a diploma.
List of Teachers Training colleges in Kenya
Applicants can apply for diploma in primary teacher education or Diploma in early childhood development in any of the following teachers colleges in Kenya.
- Aberdare Teachers Training College
- Asumbi Teachers Training College
- Bishop Mahon Teachers Training College
- Bondo Teachers Training College
- Borabu Teachers Training College
- Chesta Teachers Training College
- Egoji Teachers Training College
- Galana Teachers Training College
- Garissa Teachers Training College
- Kaimosi Teachers Training College
- Kamwenja Teachers Training College
- Kenyenya Teachers Training College
- Kericho Teachers’ College
- Kitui Teachers Training College
- Kwale Teachers Training College
- Machakos Teachers Training College
- Mandera Teachers Training College
- Meru Teachers Training College
- Migori Teachers Training College
- Moi Teachers College – Baringo
- Mosoiot teachers training college
- Murang’a Teachers Training College
- Narok Teachers Training College
- Shanzu Teachers Training College
- St. Austine Teachers Training College – Eregi
- St. John’s Teachers Training College – Kilimambogo
- St. Marks Teachers Training College-Kigari
- Tambach Teachers Training College
- Thogoto Teachers Training College
- Ugenya Teachers College
How to apply for courses
Application can be done through Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Services (KUCCPS) when the portal is open for applications for those who scored at least C plain in KCSE.
Applications made through KUCCPS guarantee government sponsorship through Higher Education Funding when one is placed.
Alternatively, applications can be made directly to the school.
Winding Up
And there you have it! Those are the qualifications for P1 teacher in Kenya as provided TSC plus all the public colleges you can enroll in.
If you have any questions, kindly ask in the comments section below.
Can do teaching with mean grade of c minus
Please confirm the requirements for Diploma in primary teacher education in the article.
it has helped me how to do my course so it is good
Can i do p1 course with c minus
Good evening I am inquiring about a student who scored C minus …she qualifies to pursue which course?
How can she apply?
Wonderful
Application for p1 teaching
I have a c- and am willing to join TTC how may I get the chance??