The Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) has officially accredited 25 teacher training colleges to offer the Diploma in Primary Teacher Education (DPTE) program.

This two-year program aims to equip future primary school educators with the necessary skills, knowledge, and adaptability to meet Kenya’s evolving educational demands.

A Rigorous Training Program

The DPTE program, examined by the Kenya National Examination Council (KNEC), is designed to produce well-rounded and competent teachers for both public and private primary schools in Kenya.

These educators, commonly referred to as P1 teachers, undergo extensive training in languages, mathematics, child development, psychology, human rights, and school administration to enhance curriculum delivery.

Beyond preparing students for classroom teaching, the diploma also serves as a stepping stone for further studies in education.

Graduates can advance to a Diploma in Education, a Bachelor’s Degree in Education, and eventually pursue Master’s and Doctoral studies.

Entry Requirements

To enroll in the DPTE program, candidates must have a minimum mean grade of C (plain) in the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) or its equivalent.

However, applicants with disabilities are eligible with a slightly lower minimum requirement of C- (minus) in KCSE.

List of Approved Colleges Offering DPTE

KUCCPS has accredited the following institutions across the country to offer the program:

Institution Name	Programme Code	County
Aberdare Teachers Training College	4480B59	Nyandarua
Asumbi Teachers Training College	4515B59	Homa Bay
Bishop Mahon Teachers’ Training College	4510B59	Turkana
Bondo Teachers Training College	4560B59	Siaya
Borabu Teachers Training College	4485B59	Nyamira
Bunyore Teachers Training College	4520B59	Vihiga
Chesta Teachers Training College	4440B59	West Pokot
Egoji Teachers Training College	4435B59	Meru
Galana Teachers Training College	4525B59	Kilifi
Garissa Teachers Training College	4580B59	Garissa
Kaimosi Teachers Training College	4425B59	Vihiga
Kamwenja Teachers Training College	4455B59	Nyeri
Kenyanya Teachers Training College	4460B59	Kisii
Kericho Teachers’ College	4395B59	Kericho
Kitui Teachers Training College	4550B59	Kitui
Kwale Teachers Training College	4535B59	Kwale
Machakos Teachers Training College	4475B59	Machakos
Mandera Teachers Training College	4445B59	Mandera
Meru Teachers Training College	4405B59	Meru
Migori Teachers Training College	4555B59	Migori
Moi Teachers College – Baringo	4495B59	Baringo
Mosoriot Teachers Training College	4490B59	Nandi
Murang’a Teachers Training College	4465B59	Murang’a
Narok Teachers Training College	4420B59	Narok
Seme Teachers College	4530B59	Kisumu
Shanzu Teachers Training College	4450B59	Mombasa
St. Augustine Teachers Training College – Eregi	4415B59	Kakamega
St. John’s Teachers Training College – Kilimambogo	4500B59	Kiambu
St. Mark’s Teachers Training College-Kigari	4430B59	Embu
Tambach Teachers Training College	4575B59	Elgeyo Marakwet
Tarbaj Teachers Training College	5375B59	Wajir
Thogoto Teachers Training College	4470B59	Kiambu
Ugenya Teachers College	4545B59	Siaya

With the accreditation of these institutions, KUCCPS aims to strengthen the quality of primary education in Kenya by ensuring that teachers receive professional and practical training aligned with the nation’s curriculum goals.