Plumbing Diploma and certificate pathways
Survey Diploma for construction and land works
Driving Certificate with road safety focus
Matasia Workshop and field-based training
School of Technical Studies campus in Nairobi

School of Technical Studies

Practical technical training for Kenya's construction and transport sectors.

The School of Technical Studies offers diploma and certificate programmes in driving, plumbing, and survey. Training combines workshop practice, classroom instruction, and supervised field or site attachment.

Vision

To be a centre of excellence in health care training.

Mission

To train competent health professionals who will offer quality and compassionate health services to the society.

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Our programmes

Hands-on skills for trade and site work.

Plumbing

Diploma and certificate training in water supply, drainage, and sanitary systems for building and maintenance work.

Survey

Diploma training in land measurement, mapping, and site setting-out for construction and infrastructure projects.

Driving

Certificate instruction focused on vehicle control, traffic rules, and responsible road use.

Industry readiness

Programmes emphasise workshop safety, practical assessment, and attachment where available.

Training facilities

Where technical skills are built

Technical workshops

Dedicated spaces for plumbing practice, tool use, and supervised trade exercises.

Field practice areas

Outdoor settings for survey measurement, setting-out, and related practical sessions.

Technical classroom

Instruction in trade theory, site mathematics, drawings, and safety procedures.

Campus

Our campus environment

Skills laboratories, plant training yards, and clinical simulation rooms complement traditional lecture halls to support a practice-oriented learning experience.

Plumbing training at IAT
Plumbing workshop practice
Survey training at IAT
Survey field practice
Driving certificate training at IAT
Driving instruction

Standards

Our core values

Excellence

We pursue high standards in teaching, practical training, and professional conduct.

Integrity

We uphold honesty, accountability, and ethical behaviour in all academic and administrative activities.

Social justice

We promote fairness and equal access to quality training and health care services for all.

Collaboration

We work with students, staff, industry partners, and the community to achieve shared learning outcomes.

Innovation

We continuously improve our teaching methods and training approaches to meet changing industry needs.

Our story

Brief history

IAT Technical School at Lower Matasia Campus specialises in plant operator training on modern machinery — including motor grader, bulldozer, excavator, roller, backhoe loader, and forklift — alongside artisan, craft, and engineering programmes such as land survey, civil engineering, building and construction, plumbing, welding, and motor vehicle mechanics.

Training combines classroom instruction with practical machine time. Many plant operator courses run on monthly intakes with boarder and non-boarder fee options.

Leadership

Director’s & Principal’s notes

Principal

Beth Wachga

Welcome to IAT Technical School, Matasia Campus (along Ngong–Kiserian Road, Lower Matasia).

Please read the Course Joining Instructions carefully before you report. Bring two copies of your ID, KRA PIN, passport photos, and other items listed for your course. Registration is KSh 2,000 (non-refundable). Pay fees only through Family Bank account 068000021333 or M-PESA Paybill 830669 (account: student name).

Hostel facilities, overalls, and mattresses are provided as indicated in your joining pack. We look forward to training you on our state-of-the-art machinery.

Questions

Frequently asked questions

What programmes are available?

The school offers a certificate in driving, diploma and certificate in plumbing, and a diploma in survey.

Do I need prior trade experience?

No. Beginner cohorts follow a structured progression from induction through to supervised practical work.

How are students assessed?

Assessment emphasises practical competence and may include written examinations on safety and trade theory.

What documentation do graduates receive?

Graduates receive a diploma or certificate stating the programme completed and the qualification level.

Admissions

Begin your application

Submit your application through the official online form. Upload the required documents and the admissions office will respond to your registered email address.