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Short Courses We Offer

Practical skills courses – Academic Year 2026/2027 · Registration for 2026/2027 intakes is in progress

Certificate in Computer Applications Other Short Courses – Elective Advanced Digital Skills Courses Technical Skills Courses Graphic Design Skills Courses Specialized Skills Courses Research and Statistical Data Analysis Courses Oil and Gas & Aviation Management Courses International Languages Courses Business Management Courses Transport and Logistics Courses Security and Safety Training Allied Health Certificate Courses Social Work, Community Development & Information Science Functional Fees How to Apply
Short Courses

Explore Short Courses (Diploma & Certificate)

All fees are in Uganda Shillings (UGX) and cover tuition only. Functional fees are listed at the bottom of the page. Looking for 2-year programmes? See long courses.

Certificate in Computer Applications (Level I) Computer Applications Technology (CAT) – Microsoft Office suite, covering Desktop Publishing, Web Technology, Security and Networking.

Course Course Fees (UGX) Duration
Computer Applications Technology (CAT)
Introduction to ICT & Computer Systems 50,000/= 2 weeks
Word Processing (MS-Word) 50,000/= 2 weeks
Spread Sheet (MS-Excel) 50,000/= 2 weeks
Database Management (MS-Access) 50,000/= 2 weeks
Presentation (MS-Power Point) 50,000/= 2 weeks
Microsoft Publishers 50,000/= 2 weeks
Internet Communication and www 50,000/= 2 weeks
Basics Computer Security 50,000/= 2 weeks
Basics Networking 50,000/= 2 weeks
Microsoft Outlook 50,000/= 2 weeks
Social Media applications 50,000/= 2 weeks
Sub-Total 550,000/=

Other Short Courses – Elective

Course Course Fees (UGX) Duration
Basic Construction Skills
Certificate in Wall and Floor Tiling 750,000/= 3 months
Tax Administration
Certificate in Tax Filing course 750,000/= 3 months

Advanced Digital Skills Courses (Level II)

Course Course Fees (UGX) Duration
Level II
Microsoft Project 750,000/= 2 weeks
Advanced Microsoft Excel (Payroll & Data management) 750,000/= 2 weeks
Advanced database management (Database management) 750,000/= 2 weeks
Infographics (Advanced PowerPoint Presentations) 750,000/= 2 weeks
Advanced CC Adobe Photoshop 750,000/= 2 weeks
Software Engineering
Professional Certificate in Software Engineering 750,000/= 3 months
Scratch Programming, Coding & Cyber security 750,000/= 3 months
Cloud technologies 750,000/= 3 months
Block chain technologies 750,000/= 3 months
Website Design, development and Hosting 750,000/= 3 months
Videography and Photography 750,000/= 3 months
Animation and Gaming 750,000/= 3 months

Technical Skills Courses (Level III)

Course Course Fees (UGX) Duration
Level III
Computers repairs & maintenance 750,000/= 3 months
Network & System Administration 750,000/= 3 months
Photocopiers repairs & maintenance 750,000/= 3 months
Certified Printers Technician 750,000/= 3 months
Certified Electricity & Wiring Technician 750,000/= 3 months
Certified Phones, TV, Radio, Screens Technician 750,000/= 3 months
Certified Motor Vehicles Mechanics 750,000/= 3 months
Certified Artisans / Painter 750,000/= 3 months
Certified Welder & Metal Fabricator 750,000/= 3 months
Certified Hair Dresser & Cosmetology 750,000/= 3 months

Graphic Design Skills Courses

Course Course Fees (UGX) Duration
Design Courses
CC Adobe Photoshop 500,000/= 2 weeks
CC Adobe Illustrator 500,000/= 2 weeks
CC Adobe InDesign 500,000/= 2 weeks
CC Adobe Acrobat DC 500,000/= 2 weeks
Adobe Page Maker 500,000/= 2 weeks
Multimedia Skills
Certificate in Digital content creation – texts, images, video, audio, animation, online games, web games, vodcasting, etc. 750,000/= 3 months

Specialized Skills Courses

Course Course Fees (UGX) Duration
Computerized Accounting Software
Certificate in QuickBooks Accounting 500,000/= 2 weeks
Tally – ERP 9 or 7 Training 500,000/= 2 weeks
Computerized Engineering
Autocad Training 500,000/= 2 weeks
Archicad Training 500,000/= 2 weeks
ARC Geographical Information Systems 500,000/= 2 weeks

Research and Statistical Data Analysis Courses

Course Course Fees (UGX) Duration
Research & Statistics
SPSS – Data entry, analysis and reporting 500,000/= 2 weeks
Statistics: Professional Certificate in Statistical Techniques 500,000/= 2 weeks
EpiData – Data entry and documentation 500,000/= 2 weeks
EPI INFO – Healthcare Practitioners’ data entry and analysis 500,000/= 2 weeks
STATA – Data manipulation, visualization, statistics, and reporting 500,000/= 2 weeks
Proposal Writing & Fundraising Training 500,000/= 2 weeks

Oil and Gas & Aviation Management Courses

Course Course Fees (UGX) Duration
Oil and Gas Management
Certificate in Oil and Gas Management Online 750,000/= 3 months
Certificate in Oil and Gas supply chain Online 750,000/= 3 months
Aviation Management
Airport Operations Certificate Course Online 750,000/= 3 months
Airline Customer Service Certificate Course Online 750,000/= 3 months
Aviation Security Awareness Certificate Course Online 750,000/= 3 months
Airline management Certificate Course Online 750,000/= 3 months

International Languages Courses

Course Course Fees (UGX) Duration
Languages
Certificate in English Language 500,000/= 3 months
Certificate in French Language 500,000/= 3 months
Certificate in Chinese Language 500,000/= 3 months
Certificate in Spanish Language 500,000/= 3 months
Certificate in German Language 500,000/= 3 months
Certificate in Kiswahili Language 500,000/= 3 months
Certificate in Arabic Language 500,000/= 3 months

Business Management Courses

Course Course Fees (UGX) Duration
Business Management
Project Planning & Management 750,000/= 4 weeks
Project Monitoring & Evaluation 750,000/= 4 weeks
Business Innovation and Entrepreneurship 750,000/= 4 weeks
Hospitality and Hotel Management 750,000/= 4 weeks
HR Management and Analytics Certificate 750,000/= 4 weeks
Administrative & Secretarial Studies 750,000/= 4 weeks
Certificate in Sales and Marketing Management 750,000/= 4 weeks
Certificate in Gender and Development 750,000/= 4 weeks

Transport and Logistics Courses

Course Course Fees (UGX) Duration
Transport & Logistics
Certificate in Logistics, Purchasing and Supply Management 750,000/= 4 weeks
Advanced Driving Skills for Professional Drivers 750,000/= 4 weeks
Defensive Driver Safety Techniques 750,000/= 4 weeks
Storekeeping / Warehouse Management 750,000/= 4 weeks
International Logistic Information Systems Online 750,000/= 3 months

Security and Safety Training

Course Course Fees (UGX) Duration
Security & Safety
Professional Security Development course 750,000/= 4 weeks
The Effective Security Officer 750,000/= 4 weeks
Work place Security & Safety Course 750,000/= 4 weeks

Allied Health Certificate Courses

Course Course Fees (UGX) Duration
Allied Health
Certificate in Medical Records and Information Technology 1,500,000/= 3 months
Public Health Management Certificate 750,000/= 3 months
Waste Management Certificate 750,000/= 3 months
Certificate in Water, Sanitation and Hygiene 750,000/= 3 months
Community Health & Nutrition
Certificate in Nutrition and Dietetics Management 750,000/= 3 months
Certificate in Environmental Studies 750,000/= 3 months
Certificate in HIV and AIDS Management 750,000/= 3 months
Certificate in Counseling 750,000/= 3 months
Certificate in Healthcare Assistant (HCA) 750,000/= 3 months

Social Work, Community Development & Information Science

Course Course Fees (UGX) Duration
Social Work and Community Development
Certificate in Community Development 750,000/= 3 months
Certificate in Social Work and Social Administration 750,000/= 3 months
Certificate in Partnership Management 750,000/= 3 months
Information Science
Certificate in Records and Information Management 750,000/= 3 months

Functional Fees / Requirements for Long & Short Courses

ItemAmount (UGX)
Admission and Application form fee50,000
Candidates Registration fee50,000
Rim of paper (cash, or bring a physical rim of paper)20,000
Internet / Technology fee (full-time internet in the school)50,000
Development fee50,000
Certification / Transcript fee50,000
Assessment of Candidates / Examination fee80,000
Institute Identity card15,000
Institute T-shirt25,000
Student’s personal File5,000

How to Pay

Pay functional and tuition fees through:

  • Centenary Bank A/C No: 3100040126, in the name of Nile Institute of ICT
  • Mobile Money: 0772980457
  • Or cash in the office with an official receipt

Who Can Apply

Minimum admission: Primary Leaving Examination, UCE, UACE, Degree, Post Graduate or equivalent.

Target group: P.7 leavers, S.4 & S.6 leavers, youth, fresh graduates, women & girls, students, school children, working class / professionals.

Employment Support

  • Work experience placements / internship, fellowship with partner companies (3 to 12 months)
  • CV / resume and cover letter guidance
  • Letters of recommendation and references
  • Coaching and mentoring for job readiness (3 months)
  • Free WiFi / LAN internet and newspaper job pages for job seekers
  • Career guidance, consultancy and advisory service to local employers
  • Competency and standards assessment – examinations from UVTAB

Advance your career, pursue your passion and learn with us!

Applications should be submitted at least one week before the start date of the course.
Office: Labwor Road, First Floor, Papuna Building · Call: 0772980457 / 0394926187

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