Best Colleges in Kiambu Town

🎓 Best Colleges in Kiambu Town, Kiambu County, Kenya

Looking for top colleges in Kiambu Town? Whether you’re interested in Graphic Design, Information Technology, Business Courses, or Hostel Accommodation, Kiambu offers a variety of institutions to match your career goals. Here’s an updated guide highlighting the leading colleges, including Rhema Institute.

1. Rhema Institute – Kiambu Town

Location: Twiga Mart Building 2nd floor, Kiambu Town
Key Programs:

Highlights:

  • Accredited, career-focused training for creative, tech, and business careers
  • Affordable on-site student hostels (KSh 4,000–4,500/month) with free Wi‑Fi, electricity, water, study zones, and recreational area(college.rhema.co.ke)
  • Experienced instructors and flexible part‑time and full‑time learning schedules
  • Clean and secure hostels with hot water and high speed Wi-Fi and recreational areas.

Ideal for students seeking practical, industry‑aligned education close to home.

2. Kiambu Institute of Science and Technology (KIST / KINAP)

Founded in 1973, this established polytechnic offers:

  • Applied Sciences, Civil Engineering, Mechatronics, Electrical, Mechanical & Automotive Engineering
  • Diploma and Craft courses under TVETA accreditation

3. Dykaan College

Specializing in:

  • Cosmetology, Beauty Therapy, Hairdressing
  • Hospitality Management & Catering
    Located at Twiga Building, 3rd floor

4. Kiambu Institute of Business Studies (KIBS)

Offers:

  • Computer Packages, Driving training, and Business-related courses
    Multiple branches across Kiambu County; located in Kenyatu House, 2nd floor

5. Jodan College of Technology

Location: Kenyatu House Annex
Program offerings: Advanced Diplomas, Diplomas, Certificates, Artisan & Short Courses, Driving lessons

6. Petanns Institute of Business Studies

Based at PIBS Plaza near Kigina House, offers:

  • Business-focused technical training
  • Registered under TVETA

7. Other Colleges in Kiambu Town

  • Inforidge College – IT & Business Management courses
  • KICE College – Computer & Business training at Kahawa House 2nd floor
  • Word of Faith Community College – Biblical Studies, Counseling, Fashion, IT, Cosmetology & more, based at Prayer Cave under WOF Church
  • Bridgewater Training Institute – Courses in Photography, Film Production, Event Management & Hospitality, located in Kenyatu House
  • Finetune School of Music – Musical instrument and deejaying training in Kiambu Town
  • AA Driving School – Renowned national driving instruction, branch at Kiambu Posta Building
  • Riabai Vocational Training Center – Offers vocational skills like plumbing, tailoring, ICT, motor mechanics near Riabai chief’s office
  • Zetech University & St Paul’s University – Higher education campuses in Kiambu County; SPU located in Limuru
  • Kivuli College, Suwon Christian College – Trade schools offering courses in beauty, hospitality, ICT, secretarial studies, and early childhood education
  • All these are colleges in Kiambu county, especially Kiambu town

✏️ Why Choose Rhema Institute?

  • Specialized in Technology, Design, & Business courses
  • Affordable student hostel options on-site with essential amenities
  • Flexible learning formats—ideal for both full-time and working students
  • Located centrally in Kiambu Town for easy access
  • Major intakes in January, May and September
  • Committed to career support and real-world skills alignment(college_)
  • Clean, secure and affordable hostels within the college premises

📍 Summary Table

College NameLocationKey Focus AreasHostel Options
Rhema InstituteTwiga Mart, Kiambu TownGraphic Design, Interior Design, IT, Business CoursesOn-site hostels KSh 4,000–4,500/month
Kiambu Institute (KIST/KINAP)Kiambu TownEngineering & Applied Science
Dykaan CollegeTwiga Building, 3rd FloorBeauty, Cosmetology, Hospitality
KIBSKenyatu House, KiambuBusiness & Computer Packages
Bridgewater / Other ProvidersVarious in Kiambu TownDesign, Media, Music, Vocational Training

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