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Thousands of students across Kenya are exploring alternative education pathways after missing placement through the Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) for the 2026/2027 academic year.
KUCCPS released the placement results on July 8, 2026, matching more than 310,000 candidates who sat the 2025 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examinations to universities, Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions, teacher training colleges (TTCs), and the Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC).
However, many other qualified students were not placed, leaving them searching for their next step.
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Rather than waiting another academic year, Kismet International College is encouraging students to consider career-focused training that equips them with practical skills for today’s job market.
According to the college, missing a KUCCPS placement should not be viewed as the end of a student’s education journey but as an opportunity to explore other career pathways that align with industry needs.
“One placement outcome does not define a student’s future. What matters most is the decision they make next,” the college said.
Career-Focused Training
Kismet International College offers a range of professional and technical courses designed to prepare students for employment in growing sectors. These include:
- Caregiver
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- Perioperative Theatre Technology
- Science Laboratory Technology
- Health Records & Information Technology
- Mortuary Science
- Community Health Development
- Community Development & Social Work
- Cabin Crew / Flight Attendant
The institution says its programmes emphasize practical training, helping learners develop hands-on skills that employers value.
Why Students Are Choosing Alternative Colleges
With competition in the job market continuing to grow, many students are increasingly opting for institutions that combine classroom learning with practical experience.
Healthcare, community development, hospitality, aviation support, and technical professions continue to offer diverse career opportunities for graduates with relevant training and skills.
Kismet International College says its focus is on preparing students for these opportunities through industry-relevant programmes taught by experienced trainers in a supportive learning environment.
How to Enroll
Students interested in joining the college can visit the admissions office located at Magunas Building, 4th Floor, Uhuru Street, Thika Town.
Applications are also available online through www.kismetcollege.com, while prospective students and parents can obtain more information by calling or sending a WhatsApp message to 0720 868 494.
Admissions are currently open, with the college encouraging applicants to secure their places before the available slots are filled.
