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At Visualdo Institute, we understand that choosing the right college is a big decision — and you may have a few questions along the way. This page provides clear answers to the most common inquiries about our courses, admissions, fees, TVET accreditation, and student life. Whether you’re a prospective student, parent, or partner, you’ll find helpful information to guide you through every step of your journey with us.

Is Visualdo Institute Registered

Yes, Visualdo is accredited by TVET. See accreditation here

Which exam bodies does Visualdo use?

Our Exam bodies include: TVET-CDACC, NITA, ICM, Kasneb

Fee Structure?

Media Courses

SCHOOL OF MEDIA	LEVEL	DURATION (1 sem = 3 Months)	FEES(KES) PER SEMESTER or MONTHLY
CONTENT CREATION (Graphic Design, Photography, Videography, Digital Marketing, Performing Arts, Visual Storytelling, Scripting, Podcast)	DIPLOMA	9 Months (3 sems)	33,000/sem or 11,000/month
JOURNALISM & MEDIA STUDIES	CERTIFICATE	12 Months (4 sems)	39,000/sem or 13,000/month
JOURNALISM & MEDIA STUDIES	DIPLOMA	24 Months (8 sems)	39,000/sem or 13,000/month
FILM PRODUCTION (Film, TV, Film Makers, Film Production, Event/Corporate Films)	CERTIFICATE	12 Months (4 sems)	39,000/sem or 13,000/month
	DIPLOMA	24 Months (8 sems)	39,000/sem or 13,000/month
DIGITAL JOURNALISM, PHOTOJOURNALISM & PRINT JOURNALISM	CERTIFICATE	12 Months (4 sems)	39,000/sem or 13,000/month
DIGITAL JOURNALISM, PHOTOJOURNALISM & PRINT JOURNALISM	DIPLOMA	24 Months (8 sems)	39,000/sem or 13,000/month
VIDEOGRAPHY (video camera & video editing)	Fast Tracked Cert	1 Month	45,000 total
	CERTIFICATE	3 Months	36,000 total or 12,000/month
	DIPLOMA	6 Months (2 sems)	36,000/sem or 12,000/month
VIDEO EDITING (adobe premiere pro, adobe media encoder and adobe audition)	Fast Tracked	1 Month	25,000 total
ADVANCED VIDEO EDITING (video editing plus final cut pro)	Fast Tracked	2 Months	45,000 total
PHOTOGRAPHY (photo capturing, photo editing, adobe photoshop for photography, adobe lightroom, capture one and photo production)	Fast Tracked Cert	1 Month	45,000 total
	CERTIFICATE	3 Months	36,000 total or 12,000/month
	DIPLOMA	6 Months (2 sems)	36,000/sem or 12,000/month
PHOTO EDITING (adobe photoshop for photography, adobe lightroom, capture one)	Fast Tracked	1 Month	25,000 total
VIDEO EDITING & PHOTO EDITING	Fast Tracked	1 Month	45,000 total
ANIMATION & VIDEO EDITING	Short Course	3 Months	60,000 total or 20,000/month
PHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEOGRAPHY (To do diploma, one must start at certificate, then advanced certificate)	Fast Tracked Cert	1 Month	60,000 Total
	CERTIFICATE	3 Months	51,000 total or 17,000/month
	DIPLOMA	6 Months (2 sems)	51,000/sem or 17,000/month
DIPLOMA IN FILM & PHOTOGRAPHY	DIPLOMA	24 Months (8 sems)	54,000/sem or 18,000/month
DIPLOMA IN FILM & ANIMATION	DIPLOMA	24 Months (8 sems)	57,000/sem or 19,000/month
DIPLOMA IN FILM & GRAPHIC DESIGN	DIPLOMA	24 Months (8 sems)	54,000/sem or 18,000/month
PERFORMING ARTS & THEATER ARTS	DIPLOMA	24 Months (8 sems)	39,000/sem or 13,000/month
DEEJAYING	CERTIFICATE	3 Months	39,000 total or 13,000/month
LIVE STREAMING	CERTIFICATE	2 Weeks	25,000 total

Art & Design Courses

SCHOOL OF ART & DESIGN	LEVEL	DURATION (1 sem = 3 Months)	FEES(KES) PER SEMESTER or MONTHLY
GRAPHIC DESIGN (graphic editing, image editing, graphic artworks, graphic illustrations, adobe illustrator, coreldraw, adobe indesign, adobe photoshop for graphic designing, printing technology)	CERTIFICATE	12 Months (4 sems)	39,000/sem or 13,000/month
	DIPLOMA	24 Months (8 sems)	39,000/sem or 13,000/month
	Short Course	3 Months	54,000 total or 18,000/month
UI/UX Design Masterclass	CERTIFICATE	6 Months (2 sems)	30,000/sem or 10,000/month
Print Technology, Pre-Press & Press Printing	CERTIFICATE	6 Months (2 sems)	30,000/sem or 10,000/month
ANIMATION 2D & 3D	CERTIFICATE	12 Months (4 sems)	39,000/sem or 13,000/month
	DIPLOMA	24 Months (8 sems)	39,000/sem or 13,000/month
	Short Course	3 Months	60,000 total or 20,000/month
FINE ART (Drawing, Painting, Shading, Sculpturing)	CERTIFICATE	12 Months (4 sems)	39,000/sem or 13,000/month
	DIPLOMA	24 Months (8 sems)	39,000/sem or 13,000/month
	Short Course	3 Months	54,000 total or 18,000/month
DIPLOMA IN FINE ART & PHOTOGRAPHY	DIPLOMA	24 Months (8 sems)	54,000/sem or 18,000/month
DIPLOMA IN FINE ART & ANIMATION	DIPLOMA	24 Months (8 sems)	57,000/sem or 19,000/month
DIPLOMA IN GRAPHIC DESIGN & PHOTOGRAPHY	DIPLOMA	24 Months (8 sems)	54,000/sem or 18,000/month
DIPLOMA IN GRAPHIC DESIGN & ANIMATION	DIPLOMA	24 Months (8 sems)	57,000/sem or 19,000/month
DIP IN GRAPHIC DESIGN & WEB DESIGN	DIPLOMA	24 Months (8 sems)	54,000/sem or 18,000/month
DIPLOMA IN FINE ART & GRAPHIC DESIGN	DIPLOMA	24 Months (8 sems)	54,000/sem or 18,000/month
PRODUCT DESIGN	CERTIFICATE	12 Months (4 sems)	45,000/sem or 15,000/month
PRODUCT DESIGN	DIPLOMA	24 Months (8 sems)	45,000/sem or 15,000/month
INTERIOR DESIGN	CERTIFICATE	12 Months (4 sems)	45,000/sem or 15,000/month
INTERIOR DESIGN	DIPLOMA	24 Months (8 sems)	45,000/sem or 15,000/month
FASHION DESIGN & GARMENT MAKING	CERTIFICATE	12 Months (4 sems)	39,000/sem or 13,000/month
FASHION DESIGN & GARMENT MAKING	DIPLOMA	24 Months (8 sems)	39,000/sem or 13,000/month

Tech Courses

SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGY	LEVEL	DURATION (1 sem = 3 Months)	FEES(KES) PER SEMESTER or MONTHLY
DIGITAL MARKETING	CERTIFICATE	4 Months	40,000 total or 10,000/month
	DIPLOMA	8 Months	80,000 total or 10,000/month
	Fast Tracked Cert	1 Month	50,000 total
WEB DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT	CERTIFICATE- WEB	12 Months (4 sems)	27,000/sem or 9,000/month
WEB DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT	DIPLOMA- FULLSTACK	24 Months (8 sems)	27,000/sem or 9,000/month
FULL STACK DEVELOPMENT	CERTIFICATE- WEB	12 Months (4 sems)	27,000/sem or 9,000/month
FULL STACK DEVELOPMENT	DIPLOMA- FULLSTACK	24 Months (8 sems)	27,000/sem or 9,000/month
WEB DESIGN & GRAPHIC DESIGN	DIPLOMA	24 Months (8 sems)	54,000/sem or 18,000/month
ICT & IT	CERTIFICATE	12 Months (4 sems)	36,000/sem or 12,000/month
ICT & IT	DIPLOMA	24 Months (8 sems)	36,000/sem or 12,000/month
COMPUTER SCIENCE	CERTIFICATE	12 Months (4 sems)	36,000/sem or 12,000/month
COMPUTER SCIENCE	DIPLOMA	24 Months (8 sems)	36,000/sem or 12,000/month
SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT	CERTIFICATE	12 Months (4 sems)	33,000/sem or 11,000/month
SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT	DIPLOMA	24 Months (8 sems)	33,000/sem or 11,000/month
PROGRAMMING	CERTIFICATE	9 Months (3 sems)	30,000/sem or 10,000/month
CYBER SECURITY & ETHICAL HACKING	CERTIFICATE	12 Months (4 sems)	36,000/sem or 12,000/month
	DIPLOMA	24 Months (8 sems)	36,000/sem or 12,000/month
	CEH / CompTIA Security+	6 Months (2 sems)	36,000/sem or 12,000/month
DATA MANAGEMENT & ANALYTICS	CERTIFICATE	6 Months (2 sems)	36,000/sem or 12,000/month
ICDL	CERTIFICATE	6 Months (2 sems)	30,000/sem or 10,000/month
COMPUTER APPLICATIONS	CERTIFICATE	3 Months	30,000 total or 10,000/month
MOBILE PHONE REPAIR & COMPUTER/LAPTOP REPAIR	PHONE REPAIR	3 Months	33,000 total or 11,000/month
	COMPUTER REPAIR	3 Months	33,000 total or 11,000/month
	BOTH PHONE AND COMPUTER REPAIR	3 Months	45,000 total or 15,000/month
NETWORKING, FIBER, CCTV	CERTIFICATE	6 Months	39,000/sem or 15,000/month
CISCO CERTIFIED NETWORK	CERTIFICATE	6 Months	45,000/sem or 15,000/month
ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONICS TECHNOLOGY	CERTIFICATE	12 Months (4 sems)	39,000/sem or 13,000/month
ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONICS TECHNOLOGY	DIPLOMA	24 Months (8 sems)	39,000/sem or 13,000/month
ELECTRICAL & SOLAR INSTALLATION	CERTIFICATE	6 Months (2 sems)	39,000/sem or 13,000/month
ELECTRICAL & SOLAR INSTALLATION	DIPLOMA	12 Months (4 sems)	39,000/sem or 13,000/month
ELECTRONICS SERVICING, PHONE AND COMPUTER REPAIR	CERTIFICATE	6 Months (2 sems)	39,000/sem or 13,000/month
ELECTRONICS SERVICING, PHONE AND COMPUTER REPAIR	DIPLOMA	12 Months (4 sems)	39,000/sem or 13,000/month
SOLAR INSTALLATION	CERTIFICATE	3 Months	45,000 total or 15,000/month
PLUMBING	CERTIFICATE	6 Months (2 sems)	39,000/sem or 13,000/month
PLUMBING	DIPLOMA	12 Months (4 sems)	39,000/sem or 13,000/month

Health Courses

SCHOOL OF HEALTH SCIENCES	LEVEL	DURATION (1 sem = 3 Months)	FEES(KES) PER SEMESTER or MONTHLY
HEALTH SERVICES SUPPORT ASSISTANT (HSS) HEALTH CARE ASSISTANT (HCA) CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT (CNA)	HCA/Certificate in Caregiver – Level 3	3 Months	30,000 total or 10,000/month
	AHCA/Advanced Caregiver – Level 4	6 Months (2 sems) = HCA+3months	30,000/sem or 10,000/month
	HSS / CNA – Level 5	9 Months (3 sems) = HCA+AHCA+3months	30,000/sem or 10,000/month
COMMUNITY HEALTH & DEVELOPMENT	CERTIFICATE	12 Months (4 sems)	30,000/sem or 10,000/month
COMMUNITY HEALTH & DEVELOPMENT	DIPLOMA	24 Months (8 sems)	30,000/sem or 10,000/month
NUTRITION & DIETETICS	CERTIFICATE	12 Months (4 sems)	30,000/sem or 10,000/month
NUTRITION & DIETETICS	DIPLOMA	24 Months (8 sems)	30,000/sem or 10,000/month
HEALTH RECORDS & INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY	CERTIFICATE	12 Months (4 sems)	30,000/sem or 10,000/month
HEALTH RECORDS & INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY	DIPLOMA	24 Months (8 sems)	30,000/sem or 10,000/month
DENTAL ASSISTANT	CERTIFICATE	12 Months (4 sems)	30,000/sem or 10,000/month
DENTAL ASSISTANT	DIPLOMA	24 Months (8 sems)	30,000/sem or 10,000/month
MEDICAL LABORATORY	CERTIFICATE	12 Months (4 sems)	30,000/sem or 10,000/month
MEDICAL LABORATORY	DIPLOMA	24 Months (8 sems)	30,000/sem or 10,000/month
CLINICAL SUPPORT & EMERGENCY CARE	· HIV TESTING & ADHERENCE · BASIC LIFE SUPPORT · ADVANCED CARDIAC LIFE SUPPORT · SAFE PHLEBOTOMY		All in 1 month = 80,000 total

Business Courses

SCHOOL OF BUSINESS	LEVEL	DURATION (1 sem = 3 Months)	FEES(KES) PER SEMESTER or MONTHLY
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT	CERTIFICATE	12 Months (4 sems)	39,000/sem or 13,000/month
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT	DIPLOMA	24 Months (8 sems)	39,000/sem or 13,000/month
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION	CERTIFICATE	12 Months (4 sems)	30,000/sem or 10,000/month
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION	DIPLOMA	24 Months (8 sems)	30,000/sem or 10,000/month
OFFICE ADMINISTRATION	CERTIFICATE	12 Months (4 sems)	30,000/sem or 10,000/month
OFFICE ADMINISTRATION	DIPLOMA	24 Months (8 sems)	30,000/sem or 10,000/month
SECRETARIAL	CERTIFICATE	6 Months (2 sems)	30,000/sem or 10,000/month
SECRETARIAL	DIPLOMA	12 Months (4 sems)	30,000/sem or 10,000/month
FRONT OFFICE	CERTIFICATE	6 Months (2 sems)	30,000/sem or 10,000/month
FRONT OFFICE	DIPLOMA	12 Months (4 sems)	30,000/sem or 10,000/month
MARKETING (Sales, Advertising, PR)	CERTIFICATE	12 Months (4 sems)	30,000/sem or 10,000/month
MARKETING (Sales, Advertising, PR)	DIPLOMA	24 Months (8 sems)	30,000/sem or 10,000/month
PROCUREMENT (Purchase & Supply)	CERTIFICATE	12 Months (4 sems)	30,000/sem or 10,000/month
PROCUREMENT (Purchase & Supply)	DIPLOMA	24 Months (8 sems)	30,000/sem or 10,000/month
HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT	CERTIFICATE	12 Months (4 sems)	30,000/sem or 10,000/month
HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT	DIPLOMA	24 Months (8 sems)	30,000/sem or 10,000/month
PROJECT MANAGEMENT	CERTIFICATE	12 Months (4 sems)	30,000/sem or 10,000/month
PROJECT MANAGEMENT	DIPLOMA	24 Months (8 sems)	30,000/sem or 10,000/month
ACCOUNTING & FINANCE	CERTIFICATE	12 Months (4 sems)	30,000/sem or 10,000/month
ACCOUNTING & FINANCE	DIPLOMA	24 Months (8 sems)	30,000/sem or 10,000/month
CPA (Certified Public Accountant)	Part 1 & 2	3 Months	30,000 total or 10,000/Month
	Part 3 & 4	3 Months	30,000 total or 10,000/Month
	Part 5 & 6	3 Months	30,000 total or 10,000/Month
	Single Refer Paper		10,000 total
ATD (Accounting Technicians Diploma)	Level 1	3 Months	30,000 total or 10,000/Month
	Level 2	3 Months	30,000 total or 10,000/Month
	Level 3	3 Months	30,000 total or 10,000/Month
	Single Refer Paper		10,000 total
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT & SOCIAL WORK	CERTIFICATE	12 Months (4 sems)	30,000/sem or 10,000/month
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT & SOCIAL WORK	DIPLOMA	24 Months (8 sems)	30,000/sem or 10,000/month

Hospitality Courses

SCHOOL OF HOSPITALITY	LEVEL	DURATION (1 sem = 3 Months)	FEES(KES) PER SEMESTER or MONTHLY
HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT	CERTIFICATE	12 Months (4 sems)	30,000/sem or 10,000/month
HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT	DIPLOMA	24 Months (8 sems)	30,000/sem or 10,000/month
FOOD & BEVERAGE MANAGEMENT	CERTIFICATE	12 Months (4 sems)	30,000/sem or 10,000/month
BARISTA & BARTENDING	CERTIFICATE	1 Month	30.000 total
KITCHEN OPERATIONS TECHNIQUES	CERTIFICATE	1 Month	30,000 total
EVENT MANAGEMENT	CERTIFICATE	4 Months	20,000/month
EVENT DECO & FLOWERS	CERTIFICATE	1 Month	45,000 total
TOURISM & TRAVEL MANAGEMENT	CERTIFICATE	12 Months (4 sems)	30,000/sem or 10,000/month
TOURISM & TRAVEL MANAGEMENT	DIPLOMA	24 Months (8 sems)	30,000/sem or 10,000/month
TOUR GUIDE	CERTIFICATE	12 Months (4 sems)	30,000/sem or 10,000/month
WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT	CERTIFICATE	12 Months (4 sems)	30,000/sem or 10,000/month

How can I apply for courses at Visualdo?

You can apply for courses by visiting our "Admissions" page on the website. There, you will find information on the application process, requirements, and deadlines.

What is the difference between Application and Registration?

Application
What it is: The process of expressing interest in attending a college by providing personal and academic details for review.
Purpose: To be considered for admission.
Steps involved:
- Filling out an application form (online or offline).
- Submitting required documents (e.g., transcripts, test scores, letters of recommendation).
- Paying the application fee.Outcome: You will receive an admission decision (accepted, waitlisted, or denied).

Registration
What it is: The process that follows admission; it officially enrolls you in classes and confirms your place at the college.
Purpose: To secure your spot and begin your academic journey.
Steps involved:
- Paying tuition or enrollment fees.
- Selecting and registering for specific courses.
- Completing administrative tasks (e.g., student ID, class card, timetable).

Outcome: You are officially a student at the college and may attend classes.

Key Difference
Application happens before admission and determines if you qualify.
Registration happens after admission and confirms your enrollment.

Need help?
If you'd like advice on navigating either stage, give us a call:

How can I make a change to my application?

Whatsapp us or Email us with your application changes and we shall update it for you

What are the requirements for joining Visualdo?

The following are the requirements for joining visualdo.

Fill and Submit Application Form.
Pay Non-refundable Application Fees of Ksh 2000.
Attach two Passport size photos.
Copy of National ID(or waitlist) or Passport.
High School Result Slip: D- for certificate and C- for diploma. No grade is required for enrollment into short courses.
1 Lever Arch A4 PVC Box File (Any Color)
Receive admission letter from us stating you have been accepted to study at Visualdo Institute.
Pay school fees before start of class. (Max 3 installments accepted).
Share payment confirmations to +254798325330 (Accounts) via WhatsApp.
Receive the timetable.
Start classes.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Laptop (Core i5+, 12gb RAM, 250GB SSD, 2GB Graphics)
64GB USB Flash Disk
At least 1TB External Hard disk – Optional
Smart Phone
Pen & Notebook

Timetable
Hours: 3-5 days a week, 2-4 hours a day.
Sessions: Days(7am-4pm). Evening(4pm-8pm)

What are the requirements for Graphic Design Course?

Students are required to have the following items when joining the graphic design class.

Pencils H, B, HB, 3B, 4B, 6B
Mechanical Pencil, Pencil Leads (2B, HB, 6B)
Kneaded eraser
Hard Cover A4 & A3 Sketch Books
Fixative Spray
Ink Pens 0.5, 0.6, 0.8
Pencil Pouch
Steel Ruler 30cm, 60cm, and 7.5m tape measure
Mathematical set
64GB USB Flash Disk
1 Realm of Foolscaps, 3 Spring Files

What are the requirements for Fine Art Course?

Students are required to have the following items when joining the fine art class.

Pencils H, B, HB, 3B, 4B, 6B
Mechanical Pencil, Pencil Leads (2B, HB, 6B)
Kneaded eraser
Hard Cover A4 & A3 Sketch Books
Fixative Spray
Ink Pens 0.5, 0.6, 0.8
Pencil Pouch
Steel Ruler 30cm, 60cm, and 7.5m tape measure
Mathematical set
64GB USB Flash Disk
1 Realm of Foolscaps, 3 Spring Files

What are the requirements for Media Courses?

Students are required to have the following items in the media classes:

SD Card (64gb or more)
Card Reader
Camera – Optional
For Photography (Nikon D7500, Nikon D750, Nikon D810, Nikon Z7, Canon 6D M2, Canon R)
For Videography & Film (Canon 90D, Canon C100, Canon 5D M4, Sony PXW-Z150 4K XDCAM)

What are the requirements for Health Courses?

Students are required to have the following items in their health classes:

Scrubs
1 Stethoscope
1 Blood pressure cuff
Closed-toe shoes
1 Face masks box
Pen & Notebook

How can I meet with my instructors or get academic support on campus?

You can meet with your instructors during their office hours or schedule appointments. Academic support services, such as tutoring and study groups, are available on campus. You can find contact information for instructors and academic support staff on the bulletin boards or by asking at the front desk.

Is there an opportunity for students to participate in internships or job placement programs?

Yes, our school provides opportunities for students to participate in internships and job placement programs. You can inquire about these opportunities by visiting front desk and you will be assisted

What technology do I need

A laptop is usually essential for college work.
- Laptop (Core i5+, 12gb RAM, 250GB SSD, 2GB Graphics).
- 64GB USB Flash Disk.
- At least 1TB External Hard disk – Optional.
- Smart Phone.
- Pen & Notebook.
- Editing softwares.

What is the difference between basic units, common units and core units?

Core units subjects are mandatory for your certificate and diploma. They are the course you are taking.

Common units are subject that are shared among different departments.

Basic units are general subjects developed to help students get knowledge and skills other than their core subjects. Basic unit subjects includes: Entrepreneurship Skills, Communication Skills, Digital Skills.

Where can I get academic support or tutoring?

We offer free tutoring services through our student academic support center. You can also ask professors about office hours for extra help or form study groups with classmates.

How do I drop or add a class?

You can drop or add a class by coming to the main office and request to be dropped or added. Be aware of the add/drop deadlines for each semester, as late changes could affect your transcript or tuition.

What should I do if I’m struggling with a class?

First, reach out to your professor or the admin during office hours to discuss any difficulties. You can also visit the academic advisors for support. Consider forming study groups with classmates or using online resources to reinforce your understanding.

Where can I go if I need guidance and counseling support?

You can schedule an appointment with our support team. Please visit the front desk and you will be helped.

What should I do if I feel homesick?

Homesickness is common, especially at the start of college. Stay connected with family and friends, but also make an effort to meet new people and get involved on campus. Seek support from counseling services if needed.

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SCHOOL OF MEDIA

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SCHOOL OF ART & DESIGN

Tech Courses

SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGY

Health Courses

SCHOOL OF HEALTH SCIENCES

Business Courses

SCHOOL OF BUSINESS

Hospitality Courses

SCHOOL OF HOSPITALITY

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