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Vancouver Training Institute of Health & Development Studies

"Learning to Excel"

Empowering future healthcare professionals through competency-based education, simulation-driven training, clinical excellence, and lifelong learning.

500+
Students Trained
15+
Programs Offered
95%
Employment Rate
About VIHDS
About VIHDS

Shaping the Future of Healthcare Education

The Vancouver Training Institute of Health and Development Studies (VTI) is a premier TVET-accredited institution dedicated to producing competent, compassionate, and community-oriented healthcare professionals.

Our programs blend classroom instruction with hands-on clinical simulation, community health outreach, and professional mentorship to ensure graduates are work-ready from day one. We are committed to bridging the gap in healthcare workforce across Kenya and the East African region.

Mission-Driven

Community health impact at our core

Simulation Lab

State-of-the-art training equipment

Expert Faculty

Experienced lecturers & clinicians

Job Placement

95% employment after graduation

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Our Programs

Explore Our Course Offerings

Vancouver Training Institute offers a wide range of accredited programs designed to equip you with practical, industry-ready skills.

Diploma Programs

Diploma in ICT

CDACC Accredited

Duration: 2 Years
Exam Body: CDACC
Min. Qualification: KCSE C (Plain)
Year 1: KES 85,000/=
Includes Industrial Attachment

Diploma in Perioperative Theatre Technology

CDACC Accredited

Duration: 3 Years
Exam Body: CDACC
KCSE C (Plain) / C- / D+ with relevant cert
Yr 1: 95,000/= · Yr 2: 85,000/= · Yr 3: 80,000/=
Clinical practicum fees charged separately

Diploma in Community Health & Development

CDACC Accredited

Duration: 2 Years
Exam Body: CDACC
Min. Qualification: KCSE C (Plain)
Yr 1: 75,000/= · Yr 2: 70,000/=
Includes Field Attachment

Certificate Programs

Certificate in Community Health & Development

CDACC Accredited

Duration: 2 Years
Exam Body: CDACC
Min. Qualification: KCSE D+ (Plus)
Yr 1: 60,000/= · Yr 2: 55,000/=
Includes Field Attachment

Certificate in Nursing (KRCHN)

NCK Accredited

Duration: 2.5 Years
Exam Body: NCK
KCSE C- (Minus) / D+ with relevant cert
Yr 1: 95,000/= · Yr 2: 90,000/= · Yr 3: 85,000/=
Clinical practicum fees charged separately

Certificate in Health Records & IT

KNEC Accredited

Duration: 2 Years
Exam Body: KNEC
Min. Qualification: KCSE D+ (Plus)
Yr 1: 60,000/= · Yr 2: 55,000/=
Includes Industrial Attachment

Certificate in Computer Studies

KNEC Accredited

Duration: 1 Year
Exam Body: KNEC
Min. Qualification: KCSE D+ (Plus)
Year 1: KES 50,000/=
Includes Industrial Attachment

Certificate in Catering & Accommodation

KNEC Accredited

Duration: 1 Year
Exam Body: KNEC
Min. Qualification: KCSE D+ (Plus)
Year 1: KES 70,000/=
Includes Industrial Attachment

Certificate in Food & Beverage Production & Service

KNEC Accredited

Duration: 1 Year
Exam Body: KNEC
Min. Qualification: KCSE D+ (Plus)
Year 1: KES 70,000/=
Includes Industrial Attachment

Artisan Programs

Artisan in Computer Studies

KNEC Accredited

Duration: 6 Months
Exam Body: KNEC
KCSE D (Plain) / D- (Minus)
Term 1: 25,000/= · Term 2: 25,000/=
Includes Industrial Attachment

Artisan in Hairdressing & Beauty Therapy

NITA Accredited

Duration: 6 Months
Exam Body: NITA
KCSE D (Plain) / D- (Minus)
Term 1: 30,000/= · Term 2: 30,000/=
Includes Industrial Attachment

Artisan in Food & Beverage

NITA Accredited

Duration: 6 Months
Exam Body: NITA
KCSE D (Plain) / D- (Minus)
Term 1: 30,000/= · Term 2: 30,000/=
Includes Industrial Attachment

Short Courses & Professional Development

Healthcare Assistant (HCA)

Professional Short Course

Duration: 4 Months
Certified by Vancouver Training Institute
Open to all interested learners

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Certification Course

Duration: 2 Days
Certified by Vancouver Training Institute
Healthcare professionals & public

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Certification Course

Duration: 2 Days
Certified by Vancouver Training Institute
For qualified healthcare providers

Patient Navigation

Professional Short Course

Duration: 2 Months
Certified by Vancouver Training Institute
For community health workers & navigators

CPD Courses (Single & Group)

Various Professional Bodies

Duration: Various (as scheduled)
Certified by respective professional bodies
Fees: As quoted per course

Short Professional Courses

Various Accrediting Bodies

Duration: Various (as scheduled)
Certified by respective bodies
Fees: As quoted per course

Bridging Programs

Bridging Courses

Internal Assessment

Duration: 3 Months
Assessed Internally
Min. Qualification: KCSE D+ (Plus) and above
Fees: As quoted
Bridging pathway to Diploma level
Skills Lab

Simulation-Driven Clinical Training

Our state-of-the-art skills lab provides a safe environment for students to practice and perfect clinical procedures before real patient contact.

CPR Manikins

Adult, child, and infant manikins for realistic resuscitation practice with feedback.

Patient Assessment

Full-body simulation for vital signs, physical examination, and patient communication.

Injection Practice

Intradermal, subcutaneous, and intramuscular injection training with safety protocols.

Wound Care

Realistic wound models for dressing, cleaning, and wound assessment techniques.

Why Simulation Matters

Research shows that simulation-based training improves clinical competence by up to 60% compared to traditional lecture-only methods. At VIHDS, every student completes a minimum of 40 hours in the skills lab before clinical placement.

40+
Lab Hours/Student
60%
Competence Gain
100%
Pre-Clinical Pass
Skills Lab
Our Team

Meet the Leadership Behind VIHDS

Our dedicated team of professionals brings decades of combined experience in healthcare education, administration, and quality assurance.

Christine Ngwawe

Christine Ngwawe

Administration

Overseeing institutional operations, strategic planning, and administrative excellence at VIHDS.

Lilian Okumu

Lilian Okumu

Academics

Driving academic programs, curriculum development, and ensuring the highest standards of educational delivery.

Roselyne Okumu

Roselyne Okumu

Director Academics

Leading academic direction as a seasoned lecturer, shaping curriculum excellence and teaching standards.

Daisy Atieno Ouma

Daisy Atieno Ouma

BSN, RN- Avenue Healthcare.

Over 6 years of clinical experience. TVET licensed tutor and assessor upto level 6. Over 2 years experience.

Jephters Olwero

Jephters Olwero

Director Quality Assurance

Ensuring institutional quality standards, compliance, and continuous improvement across all programs.

Want to join our team?

Reach out to us at info@vancouverinstitute.co.ke

Portals & Services

Everything You Need, One Place

Start Your Journey at VIHDS

Our online admissions portal makes it easy to apply for any of our programs. Track your application status, upload documents, and receive your admission letter — all from your device.

Quick online application form
Real-time application tracking
Document upload & verification
Instant admission letter download
Admissions Portal

Staff Management Portal

Access the secure staff portal for class management, student records, grading, timetable scheduling, and institutional communication.

Class & student management
Online grading & assessment
Timetable & schedule access
Secure authenticated access
Staff Portal

More Services

Clinical Training Partners

VIHDS partners with hospitals, clinics, and community health organizations to provide hands-on clinical placements for our students. Become a partner and help shape the next generation of healthcare workers.

Structured clinical rotation schedules
Supervised student placements
MoU-based formal partnerships
Clinical Partners

Latest News & Events

JAN 15, 2026

January Intake Orientation

New student orientation and registration for the January 2026 cohort.

FEB 20, 2026

BLS Certification Workshop

Open enrollment 2-day Basic Life Support certification for healthcare workers.

MAR 10, 2026

Community Health Outreach

Free health screening and education event in the local community.

Customer Care & Support

Have a question about admissions, fees, programs, or anything else? Our dedicated support team is here to help. Submit a ticket and we'll respond within 24 hours.

24-hour response time
Call: +254 703 697746
Email: info@vancouverinstitute.co.ke
Customer Support
How to Apply

Your Path to Enrollment

1

Fill Application

Complete the online application form with your personal and academic details.

2

Upload Documents

Submit your KCSE certificate, ID copy, and passport photo.

3

Pay Fees

Make the registration fee payment via M-Pesa or bank transfer.

4

Start Learning

Receive your admission letter and join the next intake cohort.

Contact Us

Get in Touch

We'd love to hear from you. Visit our campus, call us, or send us a message.

Our Location

VIHDS Campus,
Nairobi, Kenya

Phone

+254 703697746

Email

info@vancouverinstitute.co.ke
admissions@vancouverinstitute.co.ke