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Build your future in health and community development

IDIA College offers innovative tertiary education in health, development and technology at certificate (Level 5) and diploma (Level 6) levels, preparing you for employment and service in a connected, competitive world.

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Founded
May 2012
Levels
Certificate (Level 5) and Diploma (Level 6)
Intakes
January, May and September
Study modes
Full-time, part-time, hybrid and online
Campus
Ongata Rongai, Nairobi

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IDIA College of Health & Development Studies

IDIA College of Health & Development Studies is a dynamic tertiary institution founded on Christian principles and committed to academic excellence, professional development, and holistic student growth. The College offers a range of career-focused programmes designed to equip learners with practical skills, professional knowledge, and ethical values needed to thrive in today’s competitive world.

Through innovative teaching, hands-on training, and a commitment to service and integrity, IDIA College empowers students to build rewarding careers, become responsible professionals, and make a meaningful difference in their communities and beyond.

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Programmes

Enrol in a programme and develop your career

All programmes

  • Diploma

    Public Health

    Address health at population level: disease prevention and control, health promotion, environmental health and applied research, with fieldwork through Learning Through Service.

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  • Certificate

    Health Service Support

    Provide essential support in hospitals, clinics, hospices and homes: first aid, infection prevention and control, patient support services and hospital operations.

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  • Diploma · Certificate

    Community Health

    Work with communities on their own health: community diagnosis, health promotion, community health information systems and linkages with health services.

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  • Diploma · Certificate

    Social Work

    Support individuals, families and communities through psychosocial support, advocacy, child welfare, crisis response and community empowerment.

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  • Diploma · Certificate

    Project Management

    Manage projects through their whole life cycle: inception, design, financing, implementation, risk, monitoring and evaluation, and closure.

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  • Not sure yet?

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    Tell us your goals and grades and we will help you choose the right programme and level.

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Why IDIA

Learning that joins theory, practice and service

Every programme is built on a four-pillar learning model and a competency-based approach, so you gain the skills, knowledge and attitudes that workplaces expect.

  1. 01

    Learning Through Service

    Modules are integrated with Learning Through Service (LTS), taking learning out of the classroom and into communities.

  2. 02

    Knowledge and evidence based

    Programmes emphasise evidence and innovation as drivers of change and transformation in Africa.

  3. 03

    Value based

    Ethical learning and service are at the centre of building transformative, servant leadership.

  4. 04

    Theory balanced with practice

    Class-based, institutional, community and personal learning are combined, including field visits and industrial attachment.

Admissions

Your journey to IDIA starts here

Apply from any phone. Your progress is saved as you go, so a weak connection never costs you your application.

Start your application
  1. 01 Explore Find the programme and level that fit your goals.
  2. 02 Check requirements Review entry requirements, duration and fees for your chosen course.
  3. 03 Apply online Complete the online application and upload your documents from any phone.
  4. 04 Application review The admissions team checks your documents. Some courses include an interview.
  5. 05 Receive your decision You receive a written decision on your application.

Life at IDIA

Learning in class, on campus and in the community

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IDIA students in a community session during Learning Through Service in Siaya
IDIA College pioneer graduates in academic gowns
IDIA College and MedJobConnect representatives in a meeting
The IDIA College campus building among trees
Students following a presentation in an IDIA College classroom

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