The SACRED Training Institute

Introduction

SACRED Training Institute (STI) was established in 2005 to offer high quality training for school leavers and working class people that need practical skills to advance their careers. STI is registered with the Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology, KNEC and KASNEB as a training institute and examination centre. Since its inception STI has collaborated with Moi University to offer practical training to catalyse both rural and urban development.

The institution currently has four campuses: Siritanyi (Bungoma), Malaba (Teso), Golf Course and City Centre Campuses (both in Nairobi). The Bungoma Campus is located at Siritanyi along Bungoma – Malaba road, 1.5 km from Kanduyi junction. The Nairobi Campuses are located along Mucai Drive off Ngong road and in Veteran house 7^th floor, near Bazaar Plaza, Moi Avenue.

STI has a qualified, disciplined and experienced teaching and support staff of 34. In Bungoma it is situated in a serene environment conducive for learning with a modern library, hostels and internet facilities. Students learn through lectures, practicals, academic tours and field exposures, research and seminar presentations. The curricula, examinations and the lecturers are approved by Moi University. On graduation the student can enrol in a relevant degree programme at Moi University or any other university. Over 1000 students have graduated from STI since 2006 and are currently enrolled in various undergraduate programmes at various local and international universities. SACRED Training Institute also offers courses examined by KNEC, KASNEB and other bodies.

The courses offered at the Institute are geared towards producing professionals and personnel who will respond to the enormous development challenges that face Africa today in the areas of food security, sustainable livelihoods, management, entrepreneurship, public administration, environment and development.

Vision

To be a centre of excellence in training practical human resource for Africa

Mission

To provide practical and quality training for sustainable development through effective management of resources.

Objectives

ü To offer quality training opportunities to qualified students.

ü To equip students with relevant skills to enable them be effective in their respective disciplines and careers.

ü To generate knowledge through research .

Academic Departments

ü Agricultural Sciences (Bungoma only)

ü Social Sciences (all campuses)

ü Computer and Business Studies (all campuses)

Diploma Courses offered

Other Courses

Certificate Courses

Certificate courses are offered in all the above courses.

Entry Requirements

The minimum entry requirements are specific for each course.

Mode of study

Students can attend classes on fulltime, part-time, and evening basis. ECDE Diploma and certificate courses are offered on full time and school-based modes. Plans are underway to start distance learning for selected courses.

Semester dates/intake/admission

SACRED Training Institute has three intakes/admissions every year namely in January, May and August/September.

Application Procedure

1. Identify the course of your choice from the list of courses offered

2. Obtain the application form, either from the offices whose addresses are provided or by downloading them from www.sti.or.ke.

3. Fill the form and return to the addresses provided. Most applications require payment of a non-refundable application fee of ksh 500.

4. If you are recommended for admission, you will be sent an admission letter giving all details of the course for which you were admitted, fee requirements, opening dates etc

5. In case you need accommodation, get in touch with the college immediately you are offered an admission to discuss your requirements to avoid last minute rush for the few places both in Nairobi and Bungoma

International Students:

SACRED Training Institute admits both local and international students on the same basis. It is however important for international students to ensure that their academic certificates are equated to the Kenyan educational system and that they obtain all the relevant documents required for legal residence.

STI Fee Requirement

SACRED Training Institute charges friendly fee rates in line with its policy of fair services to all. Generally, fees are divided as follows:

Administrative Costs:

Registration, ID, Caution money, library fee, computer fee and medical transport costs:

Tuition Costs

This is used for a wide range of academic purposes.

Examination Costs

These vary depending on the course being taken. It also depends on fee requirements of the examining body. Moi University examinations are charged per examination paper with the amount varying from school to school. For an up-to-date list of courses and their examination costs please contact us. NOTE: Examination fee for external examining bodies is transferred in full to the relevant examining body, e.g. Moi University, KASNEB and KNEC.