• Chepkemoi International College of Biosciences

    Vision

    To be a leading center of excellence in bioscience education, laboratory training, and scientific research, producing competent professionals who contribute to scientific innovation, environmental sustainability, and global health.


    Mission

    To provide high-quality training in biosciences and laboratory technology through competency-based education, practical laboratory experience, research, and innovation in order to prepare graduates who meet the demands of modern scientific and technological environments.


    Core Values

    1. Excellence
    We are committed to maintaining high standards in teaching, research, and laboratory practice.

    2. Integrity
    We uphold honesty, accountability, and ethical conduct in all academic and professional activities.

    3. Innovation
    We encourage creativity, scientific discovery, and the application of new ideas in solving biological challenges.

    4. Professionalism
    We promote discipline, responsibility, and competence in laboratory and scientific work.

    5. Collaboration
    We foster teamwork, partnerships, and knowledge sharing among students, trainers, and research institutions.

    6. Sustainability
    We support environmental conservation and responsible use of scientific resources.


    Academic Programme Structure

    The training at Chepkemoi International College of Biosciences is organized into six modules, each designed to develop scientific knowledge and laboratory skills progressively.


    Module I: Foundation Sciences

    Units of Learning

    • Communication Skills

    • Laboratory Practice Principles

    • Mathematics for Science

    • Cytological and Histological Techniques

    Module Summary

    This module introduces learners to fundamental scientific communication, laboratory safety, and basic scientific calculations. Students also acquire introductory knowledge of cellular and tissue analysis techniques used in biological laboratories.


    Module II: Biological Systems

    Units of Learning

    • Anatomy and Physiology Concepts

    • Plant Husbandry

    • Laboratory Animal Husbandry

    Module Summary

    This module focuses on understanding biological structures and functions in both plants and animals. Learners develop skills in handling and maintaining plant and laboratory animal systems used in scientific studies.


    Module III: Biodiversity and Ecological Studies

    Units of Learning

    • Taxonomical Concepts

    • Ecological Techniques

    • Museum, Herbarium, Aquarium and Vivarium Techniques

    Module Summary

    This module develops knowledge in classification of organisms, ecological field methods, and preservation of biological specimens. Students learn practical techniques used in biological museums, aquariums, and research collections.


    Module IV: Advanced Laboratory Techniques

    Units of Learning

    • Digital Literacy

    • Immunological Techniques

    • Microbiological Techniques

    Module Summary

    Learners gain skills in modern laboratory analysis, computer applications in science, immunological testing, and microbiological procedures used in medical, environmental, and research laboratories.


    Module V: Professional and Research Skills

    Units of Learning

    • Work Ethics and Practices

    • Scientific Research

    • Parasitological and Entomological Techniques

    Module Summary

    This module prepares students for professional scientific careers by emphasizing ethical conduct, research methodologies, and laboratory techniques used to study parasites and insects.


    Module VI: Advanced Bioscience Applications

    Units of Learning

    • Entrepreneurial Skills

    • Genetics Principles

    • Biochemical Analysis

    • Pharmacological and Toxicological Techniques

    Module Summary

    The final module equips learners with advanced bioscience knowledge and entrepreneurial skills, enabling them to apply scientific principles in research, pharmaceutical analysis, biotechnology, and business development.

Available courses

This unit of competency provides competencies required by a science laboratory technologist
to apply laboratory and management practices. The practices include maintaining laboratory
safety, managing laboratory personnel and material resources, preparing laboratory water and
managing laboratory waste