Academics
Programmes at Institute of Applied Technology
Health and technical programmes offered through our two schools at the Matasia campus.
Why IAT
Focused training. Recognised qualifications. Industry relevance.
Two specialist schools
Health Sciences and Technical Studies each operate with dedicated facilities, qualified instructors, and structured curricula aligned to national standards.
Industry-aligned curriculum
Programmes are designed with the Kenyan employment landscape in mind, targeting health facilities, construction contractors, and related technical trades.
Straightforward admissions
Select your programme, submit your documents online, and receive a formal response from the admissions office.
Consolidated campus
Lecture halls, skills laboratories, the library, and student services are all accessible on a single campus in Matasia, Ngong.
Diploma in Nursing
Diploma in Nursing.
Class B Light Motor Vehicle
Class B (light motor vehicle) driving training.
Perioperative Theatre Technology
Perioperative theatre technology Level 5.
Plumbing & Pipefitting
Plumbing and pipefitting (NITA craft pathway).
Certificate in Perioperative Theatre Technology
Foundational theatre training covering sterile technique, instrument handling, and circulating support duties.
Certificate in Plumbing
Foundational plumbing skills for water supply, drainage, and basic sanitary installations.
Land Survey
TVET/CDACC Level 6 land survey.
Diploma in Clinical Medicine
Clinical assessment, diagnosis support, and patient management training for Kenya's primary and secondary care settings.
Health Support / CNA / Care Giver
Health support / CNA / care giver Level 5.
Plant Operator — Three Machines
Plant operator training on three machines. Boarders and non-boarders options. Monthly intakes.
Community Health
Community health Level 4.
Plant Operator — Six Machines
Extended plant operator course covering six machines.
Plant Operator — One Machine
Focused training on one machine of choice.
HIV Testing Services (HTS)
HIV testing services (HTS) — NASCOP.
Orthopedic and Trauma Medicine
Orthopedic and trauma medicine Level 5.
Plant Operator Advanced Repairs & Maintenance
Advanced plant operator with repairs and maintenance.
Plant Operator — Two Machines (Refresher)
Two-machine refresher for operators with a driving licence.
Plant Maintenance
Plant maintenance skills for heavy machinery upkeep.
Plant Mechanic (PLM) Grades III, II, I
NITA plant mechanic grades III–I.
Motor Vehicle Mechanics Grades III, II, I
NITA motor vehicle mechanics grades III–I.
Electronics Mechanics Grades III, II, I
NITA electronics mechanics grades III–I.
Electrical Wireman Grades III, II, I
NITA electrical wireman grades III–I.
Motor Vehicle Systems
Motor vehicle systems craft certificate (City & Guilds).
Automobile Engineering Module I
Automobile Engineering Module I (KNEC).
Automobile Engineering Module II
Automobile Engineering Module II (KNEC).
Welding & Fabrication
Welding and metal fabrication.
Carpentry
Carpentry for building and joinery.
Masonry
Masonry and building craft skills.
Civil Engineering
TVET/CDACC Level 6 civil engineering.
Building and Construction
TVET/CDACC Level 4 building and construction.