Authors :
Vitalis O. Ayieko; Peter Okemwa; Dr. Kyalo Muthoka
Volume/Issue :
Volume 8 - 2023, Issue 9 - September
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DOI :
https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.8366698
Abstract :
Technical and Vocational Education and
Training (TVET) institutions play a crucial role in
equipping the Kenyan workforce with the skills needed
to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving job market.
To ensure the effectiveness and relevance of TVET
programs in Kakamega County, Kenya, it is imperative
to foster strong partnerships and collaborations with
industries. This paper explores the significance of such
partnerships and their impact on the development and
growth of TVET institutions in the country. The
objectives of this study are: to identify the various forms
of collaboration utilized to align TVET curricula with
industry demands; to assess the strength of partnerships
and industrial collaborations between TVET institutions
and industries in Kakamega County; to examine the
challenges faced by TVET institutions and industries in
establishing and maintaining partnerships and
collaborations. A descriptive approach was employed for
data collection comprising surveys. The analysis of data
was facilitated by the use of Statistical Package for Social
Sciences (SPSS) and presented in the form of tables,
charts, and graphs. Participants included Industrial
Liaison Officers (ILOs), heads of TVET institutions,
employers of TVET graduates and trainees. The findings
revealed that effective internships were the main form of
collaboration between TVET institutions and industries.
The study also highlights some challenges, including
financial constraints and disparities in expectations
between the industries and TVET graduates. Addressing
these challenges is crucial to fostering a robust and
sustainable collaboration. In conclusion, this paper
emphasizes the significance of robust partnerships and
industrial collaborations in elevating the quality and
relevance of TVET institutions in Kakamega County,
Kenya. By fostering strong ties with industries, TVET
institutions can better equip their students with the
necessary skills, knowledge, and experience to excel in
the workforce. The findings of this study can serve as a
valuable resource for educational policymakers,
institutions, and industry stakeholders seeking to create
a sustainable and mutually beneficial ecosystem for
vocational education in the country.
Keywords :
Skills, Partnerships, and Collaborations.
Technical and Vocational Education and
Training (TVET) institutions play a crucial role in
equipping the Kenyan workforce with the skills needed
to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving job market.
To ensure the effectiveness and relevance of TVET
programs in Kakamega County, Kenya, it is imperative
to foster strong partnerships and collaborations with
industries. This paper explores the significance of such
partnerships and their impact on the development and
growth of TVET institutions in the country. The
objectives of this study are: to identify the various forms
of collaboration utilized to align TVET curricula with
industry demands; to assess the strength of partnerships
and industrial collaborations between TVET institutions
and industries in Kakamega County; to examine the
challenges faced by TVET institutions and industries in
establishing and maintaining partnerships and
collaborations. A descriptive approach was employed for
data collection comprising surveys. The analysis of data
was facilitated by the use of Statistical Package for Social
Sciences (SPSS) and presented in the form of tables,
charts, and graphs. Participants included Industrial
Liaison Officers (ILOs), heads of TVET institutions,
employers of TVET graduates and trainees. The findings
revealed that effective internships were the main form of
collaboration between TVET institutions and industries.
The study also highlights some challenges, including
financial constraints and disparities in expectations
between the industries and TVET graduates. Addressing
these challenges is crucial to fostering a robust and
sustainable collaboration. In conclusion, this paper
emphasizes the significance of robust partnerships and
industrial collaborations in elevating the quality and
relevance of TVET institutions in Kakamega County,
Kenya. By fostering strong ties with industries, TVET
institutions can better equip their students with the
necessary skills, knowledge, and experience to excel in
the workforce. The findings of this study can serve as a
valuable resource for educational policymakers,
institutions, and industry stakeholders seeking to create
a sustainable and mutually beneficial ecosystem for
vocational education in the country.
Keywords :
Skills, Partnerships, and Collaborations.
