Fourth-year students in the School of Education and Social Sciences received specialised training on Competency-Based Education (CBE) following a three-day programme conducted by experts from the Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD).

The training, held on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, brought together teacher trainees to deepen their understanding of the CBE curriculum and prepare them for the evolving demands of Kenya’s education system.

The programme was officially opened by Vice Chancellor Prof. Peter Mwita, who was accompanied by Deputy Vice Chancellor for Academic and Student Affairs Prof. Fred Amimo and Deputy Vice Chancellor for Finance and Development Prof. Thomas Kipkurgat.

In his remarks during the opening session, Prof. Mwita emphasised the importance of equipping future educators with practical competencies that align with the ongoing transformation in the country’s education sector.

“The Competency-Based Education curriculum represents a significant shift in how teaching and learning are approached in Kenya. As a university committed to academic excellence and teacher training, we must ensure that our graduates are fully prepared to deliver this curriculum effectively,” said Prof. Mwita. The training sessions were facilitated by curriculum experts from KICD who guided students through the key principles, structure and practical application of the Competency-Based Education framework.

Participants were introduced to the pedagogical approaches required in the CBE system, including learner-centred teaching strategies, assessment methods and the integration of competencies that focus on skills development, creativity and critical thinking.

According to the facilitators, the goal of the programme was to bridge the gap between theory and practice by helping teacher trainees understand how to implement the curriculum effectively once they enter the teaching profession.

Students also had the opportunity to engage in interactive sessions that explored lesson planning, competency assessment and strategies for fostering inclusive and effective classroom environments within the CBE framework.

Speaking during the training, Prof. Fred Amimo noted that preparing teachers for the new curriculum is critical for the successful implementation of education reforms in the country.

“Teachers are at the centre of curriculum implementation. By exposing our students to practical training on CBE before they graduate, we ensure that they join the profession with the confidence and competence required to support learners,” he said.

The training programme reflects the university’s commitment to strengthening teacher education and ensuring that graduates are well prepared to respond to changes in Kenya’s education landscape. Through partnerships with national institutions such as KICD, the university continues to enhance the quality of teacher training and equip future educators with the skills needed to shape the next generation of learners.