KCA University has announced the establishment of a teacher training college dedicated to training professors and lecturers in the Competency Based Curriculum (CBC).

The college, which will operate within the university, aims to equip teachers with the necessary skills to effectively adapt to the CBC transition process and improve their ability to help students fully understand the curriculum objectives.

Addressing over 2,700 students during its 17th graduation ceremony held in Nairobi, Professor Isaiah Wakindiki, who is the University’s Vice-Chancellor, said this initiative is an important step towards addressing the critical need for well-prepared academic staff in the CBC- the era.

The Chancellor emphasized the urgent need for lecturers to be prepared for the CBC transition and expressed concern that many currently lack the skills to facilitate the system effectively.

“We have started this process, and I know it will put pressure on other universities to follow suit,” Prof Wakindiki said.

He drew parallels to the biblical example of the disciples of Jesus Christ, who, despite years of learning, sought further guidance on essential practices such as prayer.

Prof. Wakindiki also lauded the government’s recent reforms in higher education, stating that they were overdue and crucial in resolving confusion in the sector.

He specifically advocated a clear separation between university and craft courses, arguing that mixing the two had caused considerable disorder.

“Sanity must return to the education sector if we are to address the ongoing confusion in university education,” he remarked, adding that artisan courses should be well regulated.

The newly appointed KCA chancellor, Dr. Martin Oduor, outlined his vision for KCA University to lead in adapting education to the demands of the labor market.

“Our goal is to equip minds with the necessary knowledge to transform the world, rather than be shaped by it,” he said.

Dr. Urging the graduates to be innovative and focus on becoming job creators rather than job seekers, Oduor emphasized the transformative power of education.

Dr. Oduor takes over from prof. Olive Mugenda, who served as chancellor for a decade and is credited with steering the university to greater heights.

Under her leadership, Oduor said, the university expanded its programs and infrastructure and earned a reputation for academic excellence.

He further said that with the launch of the Teachers College and a renewed vision under its new leadership, KCA University is positioning itself as a trailblazer in educational reforms and setting the pace for other institutions to follow.

Oduor said the initiative not only addresses gaps in the CBC transition but also reinforces the university’s commitment to producing graduates ready to address contemporary challenges.

The interviewed students expressed confidence in their readiness to contribute to nation-building after completing their studies.

Mitchele Nyambura, who graduated in Counseling Psychology, and Daniel Ndung’u, a Business and IT graduate, shared their optimism in applying the knowledge and skills they acquired at the university.

They emphasized their commitment to using their education to make a meaningful impact, with Ndung’u adding that they strive to “balance the equation in life” through their contributions to society.