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Tailoring Trade Test Artisan – NITA Certification | Delight Technical College Nairobi

  • Categories Blog, Delight Technical College, School of Fashion & Design
  • Date January 23, 2026
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  • Tags Delight Technical College Tailoring, National Industrial Training Authority certification, TVETA accredited tailoring courses

Master a Practical Skill. Earn a National Certification. Build a Real Career.

Introduction: A Skill That Has Built Families for Generations

For decades, tailoring has been one of the most reliable trades in Kenya.

From school uniforms and corporate wear to ceremonial attire and everyday clothing, tailors have always been in demand. In every town, market, estate, and village, there is always a tailor at work — measuring, cutting, stitching, and earning a living.

Tailoring is not just a craft.
It is a business.
It is a profession.
It is a skill that feeds families.

At Delight Technical College, you can turn this timeless skill into a nationally recognised qualification through the Tailoring Trade Test – Artisan (NITA).

What Is a Tailoring Trade Test?

A Tailoring Trade Test is a skills-based national certification examined by NITA (National Industrial Training Authority).

It focuses on:

  • Practical garment construction
  • Sewing machine operation
  • Cutting and fitting
  • Finishing techniques
  • Workplace competence

Unlike academic courses, a trade test proves what you can actually do with your hands.

It is ideal for:

  • Beginner tailors
  • Practicing tailors who want certification
  • Youth looking for employable skills
  • Entrepreneurs who want to start tailoring businesses

Why Tailoring Still Matters Today

In an era of imported clothes and fast fashion, tailored garments remain essential.

People still need:

  • School uniforms
  • Corporate wear
  • Church and ceremonial outfits
  • Custom-made clothing
  • Repairs and alterations

Tailors are always needed.

A tailoring skill is never outdated.

Why Choose Delight Technical College?

Delight Technical College is a trusted training institution in Nairobi CBD, known for producing skilled artisans.

Key Advantages

  • Accredited by TVETA and Ministry of Education
  • NITA-certified trade testing centre
  • Hands-on practical training
  • Experienced professional instructors
  • Fully equipped tailoring workshops
  • Flexible learning schedules (day, evening, weekend)
  • Prime CBD location opposite Jevanjee Gardens
  • Affordable fees with transparent payment

Course Overview: Tailoring (Trade Test) – Artisan

  • Qualification: Tailoring Trade Test – Artisan
  • Examination Body: NITA
  • Duration: 1 Year
  • Training Approach: 80% practical, 20% theory

Minimum Entry Requirements

  • KCPE or
  • KCSE (any grade) or
  • Anyone with interest in tailoring

No previous experience required.

What You Will Learn

You will be trained in:

Core Tailoring Skills

  • Sewing machine operation
  • Body measurements
  • Pattern drafting
  • Fabric cutting
  • Garment assembly
  • Finishing and pressing

Garments You Will Make

  • Shirts
  • Trousers
  • Skirts
  • Dresses
  • Uniforms

Business Skills

  • Customer service
  • Pricing and costing
  • Small tailoring business management

Life as a Tailoring Student at Delight

Your training is practical from day one.

You spend your time:

  • In the workshop
  • On sewing machines
  • Cutting fabrics
  • Fitting garments
  • Constructing real clothing

You graduate with confidence, speed, and skill.

Fees and Charges

Tuition Fees

  • Ksh 40,000 per term

Other Charges

  • Statutory Fees: Ksh 12,000 per year
  • Attachment Fees: Ksh 10,000 per year
  • NITA Exam Fees: Ksh 8,000 per module

How to Apply

Visit the Campus

Delight Technical College
Muindi Mbingu Street, Opposite Jevanjee Gardens
1st Floor, Delight Center, Nairobi CBD

Contact Admissions

+254 722 533 771
+254 724 566 088
www.delight.ac.ke
[email protected]

Registration Requirements

  • Copy of KCPE/KCSE Certificate
  • Copy of National ID
  • 2 Passport Size Photos

Career Opportunities

After graduation, you can work as:

  • Tailor
  • Garment maker
  • Uniform maker
  • Boutique assistant
  • Self-employed tailor

You can also open:

  • A tailoring shop
  • A home-based tailoring business

Why a NITA Trade Test Matters

A NITA certificate:

  • Is nationally recognised
  • Increases employability
  • Builds client trust
  • Helps in accessing tenders
  • Supports business registration

It proves you are a qualified artisan.

Final Word: A Skill You Can Use Anywhere

Tailoring is one of the few skills you can use:

  • In any town
  • In any country
  • At any age

It gives you independence.

It gives you income.

It gives you dignity.

Start Your Tailoring Career Today

If you want a practical skill that pays, grows, and lasts — start with tailoring.

The Tailoring Trade Test – Artisan (NITA) at Delight Technical College gives you hands-on training and a national certificate that opens doors.

 Visit us today
Delight Technical College
Muindi Mbingu Street, Opposite Jevanjee Gardens
1st Floor, Delight Center, Nairobi CBD

 Call or WhatsApp
+254 722 533 771
+254 724 566 088

 Website: www.delight.ac.ke
Email: [email protected]

Delight Technical College
Training Skills. Building Careers. Empowering Kenya.

 

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