Women In Tech Empowerment Program
Learn, innovate and grow with a community of ambitious women in technology. This scholarship is your launchpad — no prior coding experience needed.
Women In Tech Empowerment Program: NIA College in partnership with Macmillan Medical Training College is sponsoring 40 women with KCSE D Plain and above to pursue a TVET CDACC-accredited Certificate in Software Development — fully funded tuition.
Learn, innovate and grow with a community of ambitious women in technology. This scholarship is your launchpad — no prior coding experience needed.
The TVET CDACC Certificate in Software Development (KNQF Level 5) spans 1,930 contact hours across 4 modules — taking you from computer basics to building and deploying real web applications.
Core computing and programming principles to build a solid technical base.
Logical thinking, applied mathematics and supporting end users in real environments.
Database systems and entrepreneurial skills to turn ideas into viable tech products.
Web development, project management, professional ethics and industry attachment.
This scholarship is open to any woman (18–40 Years Old) in Kenya who meets these simple requirements.
Open exclusively to women who are passionate about a future in technology.
A minimum grade of KCSE D Plain or its equivalent qualification is required.
No prior coding experience required — just a willingness to learn and grow.
Tuition fees are fully sponsored. Students only contribute toward the following minimal requirements.
| # | Requirement | Amount | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Admission & Registration | KES 2,500 | One-time admission and student registration fee. |
| 2 | Student Identification Card | KES 700 | Official college student ID card for identification and access. |
| 3 | ICT & Digital Learning Support | KES 5,000 / Term | Covers computer lab access, internet connectivity, and digital learning resources. |
| 4 | TVET-CDACC Examination Registration | KES 1,500 / Unit | Examination registration fee charged per examinable unit. |
| 5 | College Branded T-Shirts | KES 1,500 | Mandatory branded college T-shirts for enrolled students. |
| 6 | Printing & Stationery Support | 1 Rim / Term | Supports printing of assignments, notes, and classroom materials. |
A Certificate in Software Development opens doors across Kenya's fast-growing tech economy.
Join software companies, banks, NGOs, and ICT departments as a junior developer or support technician.
Earn online building websites, apps and digital tools for clients across Africa and beyond.
Start your own digital business, tech startup, or SaaS product and solve real Kenyan problems.
Absolutely. The programme starts from the very beginning — no prior coding or tech experience is required. All you need is a willingness to learn.
Yes. Tuition fees are fully covered by NIA College and Macmillan Medical Training College. Students only pay the small administrative fees listed in the fee table above.
Only 40 spots are available for this cohort. Applications are reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis, so we encourage you to apply early.
Upon completion, you will receive a TVET CDACC-accredited Certificate in Software Development — a nationally recognised qualification.
NIA College is located in Nairobi, View Park Towers Ground Floor. Full-time
Apply today and become part of the next generation of women building Kenya's digital economy. Only 40 spots available.
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