The National Industrial Training Authority (NITA) has released the official training and assessment dates for 2026 for accredited Industrial Training Centres and Government Trade Tests.
According to NITA, the notice targets trainees, trainers, and partners to help them plan.
“The Authority wishes to inform all esteemed clients that the approved consolidated training and assessment dates for Industrial Training Centres and Trade Test for the calendar year 2026 are as scheduled below,” read the NITA statement in part.
Additionally, they expressed gratitude to their stakeholders for the support offered.
“We appreciate the support of all our trainees, trainers, and partners. Please review the schedule and plan,” the organisation stated.
NITA Calendar of Events
Accredited Industrial Training Centres – 2026 Terms:
- Term 1: 6th January – 3rd April
- Term 2: 5th May – 31st July
- Term 3: 1st September – 27th November
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Government Trade Test – 2026 Series:
- April Series: 13th – 25th April
- August Series: 10th – 22nd August
- December Series: 1st – 19th December
NITA clarified that training dates for demand-based industrial programmes will be agreed between the training centre and the employer.
“Training dates for demand-based industrial training programmes will be as agreed between the Industrial Training Centre and the individual employer,” the notice stated.
Assessment dates for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), Homecare Management, Caregivers, and other skills upgrading programmes will be issued later.
About NITA
The National Industrial Training Authority (NITA) is a Semi-Autonomous Government Agency whose mission is to regulate and facilitate quality industrial training for enhanced productivity.
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Towards fulfilling its mission, NITA, under Section 7C of the Industrial Training Act Cap 237, has been granted the mandate to register and regulate trainers, assess industrial training, test occupational skills, and award certificates, including Government Trade Test Certificates.
Training Offered
NITA offers a wide range of industrial training programs to develop practical and technical skills across various sectors.
These include apprenticeship training, short courses, and on-the-job skills development in areas such as manufacturing, construction, electrical work, plumbing, hospitality, and information technology.
The authority also provides training for trainers, ensuring that instructors meet set competency standards.
Through its programs, NITA equips trainees with industry-relevant skills, enhances workforce employability, and promotes lifelong learning to meet the evolving demands of Kenya’s industrial and economic sectors.
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