WELCOME TO AIRADS KERICHO TOWN CAMPUS
The African Institute of Research and Development Studies (AIRADS) – Kericho Town Campus is located in Kericho County, within Kericho Town at A.C.K Business Park, 2nd, 3rd & 4th Floors, along the Nairobi–Kisumu Highway. This strategic location provides a serene and accessible learning environment, making it an ideal hub for students from across the region.
Since its inception in 2008, the campus has experienced tremendous growth in student population, academic programs, and infrastructure, contributing significantly to Kenya’s skilled workforce. Many of our graduates have secured employment in various counties, organizations, and even internationally, while others are thriving as entrepreneurs.
🌍 Contribution to Kenya’s Vision 2030
AIRADS Kericho is deeply aligned with the Kenya Vision 2030 development agenda, offering market-driven programs that address the country’s social, economic, and industrial needs. Our courses include:
- Social Work & Community Development
- Community Health & Development
- Banking & Finance
- Cooperative Management
- Food & Beverages Management
- Catering & Accommodation
- Information Communication Technology (ICT)
- Early Childhood Development Education (ECDE)
- Business Management
- Marketing & Supply Chain Management
- Dietetics Management
Our programs are designed to ensure employability, entrepreneurship, and digital literacy, preparing students for both the job market and self-reliance.
🏫 Academic Excellence
The Kericho Campus offers:
- Higher National Diplomas
- Diplomas
- Certificates
- Artisan Certificates
Learning modes are flexible to accommodate different student needs, including:
✅ Full-time programs
✅ Part-time classes
✅ Distance learning
✅ School-based sessions
The campus is accredited by the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology (Reg. No. MOHEST/PC/1299/010) and the Kenya National Examination Council (KNEC), with registered exam codes:
- TECH (512103)
- ECDE (509003)
- BTEP (512107)
🌟 Key Facilities
- State-of-the-Art Workshops – for ICT, Food Technology, and Dietetics (approved by the Ministry of Education).
- Modern Computer Laboratories – equipped with high-speed internet connectivity to enhance access to digital learning materials.
- Well-Stocked Library – offering both print and e-resources to support research and study.
- Modern Lecture Halls – spacious, safe, and conducive for learning.
- Hospitality Training Facilities – practical kitchens, bakeries, and catering equipment.
🧑🏫 Dedicated Lecturers
Our lecturers are highly qualified, experienced, and dedicated to academic excellence. Their passion for teaching and mentorship has resulted in exemplary yearly performance and a track record of producing graduates who are not only academically competent but also digitally skilled and career-ready.
🏅 Schools at Kericho Campus
As of May 2017 and beyond, AIRADS Kericho Town Campus maintains the following academic schools:
- School of Health Sciences
- Training in Community Health, Nutrition, Dietetics, and Health Records.
- School of Hospitality & Management
- Specialized in Catering, Accommodation, Food & Beverages, and Tourism Studies.
- School of Education
- Offering Early Childhood Development Education (ECDE) and related teaching programs.
- School of Arts & Social Sciences
- Covering Social Work, Community Development, and Human & Social Studies.
- School of Information & Communication Technology
- Focused on ICT, Computer Science, and Software Skills.
- School of Business & Management Studies
- Specializing in Accounting, Finance, CPA, CPS, Cooperative Management, Supply Chain & Marketing.
👉 Plans are underway to expand programs in Engineering, Fashion & Design, and Beauty Therapy to further meet the needs of the region.
📣 MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL
**“Location of the African Institute at the heart of Kericho County has been of great benefit not only to the residents of Kericho but also to students from other counties across Kenya.
With our programs aligned to Kenya’s Vision 2030, we are committed to producing employable graduates and self-reliant entrepreneurs who will drive the country’s development agenda.
We sincerely appreciate the support extended to us by the County Government of Kericho, the Technical & Vocational Education and Training Authority (TVETA), and the Kenya National Examination Council (KNEC), who have continually believed in the quality of our programs.
Our equipped computer labs, high-speed internet, workshops, and qualified staff ensure that every student is well-prepared for today’s digital economy and competitive job market.
At AIRADS Kericho Campus, we don’t just educate; we nurture skills, character, and innovation.