Programme Enrolment
Programmes & Projects
1. Eligibility
- Adult Learning and Education in Kenya is open to:
- Persons aged 15 years and above who missed out on formal schooling.
- Youth and adults seeking basic literacy, post-literacy, or continuing education (including KCSE equivalency).
- Learners seeking skills training, life skills, or functional literacy for work and livelihood.
- No upper age limit.
2. Where to Apply / Enrol
- Adult Learning and Education (ALE) Centres established in every county and sub-county.
- County and Sub-County Adult Education Offices (found in County Education Offices).
- Some community centres, faith-based institutions, NGOs, and CBOs also run accredited literacy centres in partnership with the government.
3. Application Process
1. Visit the nearest ALE Centre / Sub-County Adult Education Office – learners are guided to identify the most convenient centre.
2. Fill out a registration form – basic biodata is collected (age, residence, education background, preferred learning times).
3. Placement / Orientation – learners are assessed (informally) to determine their literacy level:
- Basic Literacy (for non-literate learners).
- Post-Literacy (for those with some reading/writing ability).
- Continuing Education (for learners pursuing KCPE, KCSE, or vocational/skills courses).
4. Assignment to a class/learning group – usually flexible (morning, afternoon, evening, or weekend sessions).
5. Begin learning – classes commence as per the timetable set by the facilitator.
4. Requirements
- National ID card or other form of identification (not always mandatory for initial literacy learners).
- Commitment to attend classes (attendance is flexible to accommodate work/family responsibilities).
- Some centres may request a small fee for exams (KCSE registration through KNEC), but basic literacy classes are free in public ALE Centres.
5. Assessment & Certification
• Learners can sit for Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) tests:
o Basic Literacy Certification.
o Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE).
• Certificates are officially recognized for further education, training, and employment.
6. Special Provisions
- Flexible schedules (evenings/weekends) to cater to workers, parents, and pastoralist communities.
- Community-based learning in villages, faith institutions, prisons, and workplaces.
- Programmes tailored for women, youth, senior citizens, and people with disabilities.