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TENP Student Support Services

You Are Not Alone.
We Are Here to Listen.

Every trainee deserves someone to talk to, someone who listens and someone who cares. Whether you are facing academic pressure, personal challenges, career uncertainty or simply need someone to talk to, the Guidance & Counselling Unit is here to support you.

Your wellbeing matters. Your future matters. You matter.

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Confidential Support Respectful Listening Every Trainee Welcome
A Message to Every Trainee

Welcome to a Safe Space for Support

College life is a journey. Some days are exciting, while others may feel difficult. You do not have to face every challenge alone.

At the Guidance & Counselling Unit, we believe that asking for help is a positive step towards growth. You can come to us with your concerns, questions, worries or dreams.

There is no problem too small to talk about.

Speak to Someone Who Cares
Guidance & Counselling

Guidance & Counselling Services

Mrs Peris Ngala

Guidance & Counselling Coordinator

The Head of Department of Guidance and Counselling supports students’ mental, emotional, social, academic, and personal wellbeing by providing professional guidance, counselling, and appropriate student support services.

She provides career and vocational guidance, academic and personal support, and assists students to make informed decisions regarding their education, training, career development, and personal lives.

She also equips students with essential life and employability skills, promotes inclusivity and equity, and fosters positive interpersonal relationships through communication, empathy, teamwork, mutual respect, and cooperation.

Core Objectives of Guidance & Counselling
  • Promote mental and social wellbeing.
  • Provide career and vocational guidance.
  • Provide academic and personal support.
  • Equip students with essential life and employability skills.
  • Promote inclusivity and equity.
  • Foster positive interpersonal skills and relationships.
Mrs Peris Ngala

Head of Department – Guidance & Counselling

The Eldoret National Polytechnic
Peer Champion & Educator
Ibrahim - Peer Champion and Educator As a Peer Champion and Educator at The Eldoret National Polytechnic, my role is to promote a healthy, supportive, informed, and empowered student community through peer-to-peer education and engagement.

I work with fellow students to create awareness on health and wellbeing, encourage positive behavioural change, and provide information that enables students to make responsible and informed decisions.

Through peer education and engagement, I help students develop essential life skills, build healthy social relationships, develop confidence, and strengthen their leadership abilities.

I also serve as a support bridge, connecting students who may require assistance with appropriate guidance and counselling, health, welfare, and other support services within the institution.

Core Objectives of the Peer Education Club
  • Promote health awareness.
  • Encourage positive behavioural changes.
  • Build essential life skills.
  • Develop positive social relationships.
  • Empower students through leadership development.
  • Serve as a support bridge to appropriate guidance, counselling, health, welfare, and other institutional support services.
Dr Ibrahim F

Peer Champion & Educator

The Eldoret National Polytechnic
What We Offer

How We Can Support You

Whatever you may be going through, there is a place for you here. Explore the support available to help you feel understood, make informed decisions and move forward with confidence.

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Personal Counselling

A safe and supportive space to discuss personal concerns, emotional challenges, adjustment issues and personal development.

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Academic Guidance

Support with study challenges, time management, academic adjustment, motivation and strategies for improving performance.

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Career Guidance

Helping trainees explore career interests, understand opportunities and make informed education and career decisions.

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Social Support

Guidance on interpersonal relationships, communication, peer relationships and adapting positively to campus life.

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Personal Development

Building confidence, resilience, decision making, communication skills and positive self-development habits.

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Stress Management

Support in understanding and managing academic pressure, stress and other challenges affecting wellbeing.

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Awareness Programmes

Educational programmes addressing wellbeing, responsible decision making, substance abuse prevention and life skills.

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Referral Services

Where additional specialised support is required, trainees may be guided towards appropriate professional or institutional services.

We Are Here for You

What Brings You Here Today?

You may be looking for answers, support, encouragement or simply someone to listen. Whatever your reason, you are welcome.

I am struggling with my studies

Academic pressure, motivation, study challenges or time management.

Get Academic Support →

I have personal concerns

Stress, emotions, family issues or personal challenges.

Talk to Someone →

I need career direction

Course choices, career planning, attachment or employment.

Explore Career Guidance →

I just need someone to listen

You do not need to have all the answers before reaching out.

Start a Private Chat →
You Are Not Alone

You Don't Have to Face It Alone

Sometimes we carry challenges quietly because we think we should be able to handle everything ourselves. But reaching out is a positive step. Whether your concern is big or small, talking to someone can help you understand your situation, explore your options and find a way forward.

Academic difficulties
Stress or pressure
Career uncertainty
Relationship challenges
Family concerns
Difficulty adjusting to college
Personal development
Need someone to talk to
Career Development

Plan Your Future With Confidence

Career guidance helps trainees understand their strengths, interests and opportunities so that they can make informed decisions about their education and future careers.

  • Career exploration and planning
  • Course and career decision support
  • Identification of strengths and interests
  • Employability and workplace preparation
  • CV and interview preparation
  • Career information and industry awareness

Your Career Journey Matters

Whether you are choosing a career path, preparing for industrial attachment, looking for employment or planning your next step after graduation, guidance can help you make informed decisions.


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🔒 Confidentiality and Respect

Counselling is intended to provide a respectful and supportive environment where trainees can discuss their concerns. Information shared during counselling is handled professionally and confidentially, subject to applicable institutional, safeguarding and legal requirements.

Getting Support

How to Access Counselling

Reaching out for support is simple. You can approach the Guidance and Counselling Unit whenever you need assistance.

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Reach Out

Visit the Guidance and Counselling Office or contact the office through the available institutional channels.

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Request Support

Explain that you would like to speak with a counsellor and arrange an appropriate appointment.

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Get Support

Meet with the counsellor, discuss your concerns and work together on appropriate next steps.

Contact Guidance & Counselling

If you would like to speak to a counsellor, contact or visit the Guidance and Counselling Unit.

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Office Guidance & Counselling Office, Main Campus
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Telephone 0720361099
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Guidance & Wellness Resources

Common Counselling Topics

Explore common challenges that trainees may experience and access helpful counselling and wellness information shared by the Guidance and Counselling Office.

Common Counselling Topics
financial issue — Finance
Academic stress — Academic stress

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Academic stress

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Counselling & Wellness Videos

Helpful videos shared by the Guidance and Counselling Office.

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Need Immediate Assistance?

If you are facing an immediate danger or crisis, seek urgent assistance from the appropriate institutional or emergency services.

Contact the Office