Education Cabinet Secretary Ezekiel Machogu has revealed that the government registered a total of 18 colleges as Qualifications Awarding Institutions (QAIs) to train and award certificates to learners.
The CS said it is part of the achievements realised in the National Education Sector Strategic Plan (NESSP 2018-2022).
Machogu, speaking during the launch of the new NESSP Strategic Plan 2023-2027 at Kenya School of Government, Kabete in Nairobi last week revealed the move will aid to enhance quality and international comparability, and promoting lifelong learning in the country.
He further indicated that during the period 2018-2022 a total of 1,281 Qualifications were registered in the National Qualifications Framework by the Kenya National Qualifications Authority (KNQA).
“A total of 183 curricula were developed, 28 curriculum support material digitized, 102 trainers trained, 133 learning guides developed, 6,515 candidates assessed in 88 institutions, Learning Management System (LMS) developed and Trainer of Trainers (ToT) CBET training materials digitized ,” reads the report in part.
Machogu said he is sure new Strategic Plan will be crucial in service delivery in the education sector.
“I have no doubt that this Strategic Plan will ensure that we succeed in the delivery of the important education service. For, as they say, “if you fail to plan, then you are planning to fail”. This well-done strategic plan is indeed a clear testimony that we will not fail to deliver robust and solid education programmes to our children and youth.”
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At the same time, KNQA Director General Dr Alice Kande backed the new Strategic plan 2023-2027 noting it is aligned with the Vision 2030 and the Bottom-up Economy which stress on the link between skills and competencies and the labour market to give an opportunity to the marginalized.
“It is prudent that we create opportunities to the youth to propel our nation to greater development. Aligning educational skills with job market demands not only produces academically qualified graduates but also equips them with practical competence. This alignment fosters a responsive education system capable of adapting to the ever-evolving demands of the global economy,” said Dr Kande.
Kande further noted that Competence-Based Education and Training, underpinned by the Kenya National Qualifications Framework, signifies a significant stride towards creating a more relevant, inclusive, and dynamic education system.
“By embracing these initiatives, we contribute not only to shaping the future of our learners but also to the overall development and prosperity of our nation,” she added.
KNQA is established under the KNQF Act Number 22 of 2014, with the mandate to coordinate and harmonize education, training, assessment, and quality assurance for all qualifications awarded in the country.
The Authority defines qualifications, their inter-relationships, and fosters international comparability.
The KNQF framework provides a transparent and structured platform for organising and recognising qualifications at various levels, facilitating seamless learner progression and recognition both nationally and internationally.
By Vostine Ratemo
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