KMTC March & September Intake Application

By | February 25, 2023

KMTC March & September 2023 intake – Courses, Requirements, How to apply

Kenya Medical Training College, KMTC, September 2023, March 2023 intake – Courses, Requirements, How to apply

 The Kenya Medical Training College invites applications from qualified candidates for admission into Medical Courses for the academic year 2023/2024– SEPTEMBER 2023 PRE-SERVICE & IN-SERVICE INTAKES and 2023/2024– MARCH 2023 IN-SERVICE INTAKE in our campuses situated in different parts of the country.

The successful candidates will join the College in September 2023 and March 2023. All applications shall be made ONLINE with an application fee of Kshs. 2022 payable via MPESA pay bill No. 964150 following the procedure outlined on the KMTC website (www.kmtc.ac.ke).

Should you require any clarification concerning the application process please call any of the following numbers 0736993813, 0736212060, 0723000429, 0723004516 or send an enquiry email to admissions@kmtc.ac.ke.

You can also get help on the application process from the nearest KMTC campus.

Course duration: Certificate Courses: 2 Years

Diploma Courses: 3 Years

Higher Diploma Courses – between 1 year and 1 ½ years depending on the course

THE CONTENTS OF THIS ADVERTISEMENT OVERRIDE ALL PREVIOUS ADVERTISEMENTS AS FAR AS THE MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE COURSES CONTAINED HEREIN ARE CONCERNED

PRE-SERVICE  COURSES

(For High School Graduates)

NOCOURSESSPECIFIC MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTSINTAKE MONTH & YEAR
 1.Diploma in Nutrition & DieteticsMean Grade C-, D+ in English or Kiswahili and D+ in Biology/Biological Sciences September 2023
D+ in Chemistry/Physical Science
D in any one of the following: Home Science, Agriculture, Mathematics, Physics, Physical Sciences, General Science
  2. Diploma in Health Records and Information TechnologyMean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili and C- in Mathematics  September 2023
D+ in Biology/Biological Sciences
C- in any one of the following: Physics/Physical Sciences, Chemistry, Computer Studies, Agriculture, Home Science, Economics, Geography, Commerce, Business Studies
C- in any one of the following: – Mathematics, Chemistry
 3. Diploma in Medical Laboratory SciencesMean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili and Biology/Biological Sciences and Chemistry/ Physical Sciences September 2023
C in any one of the following: – Physics/Physical Sciences, Mathematics
 4.Diploma in PhysiotherapyMean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili and C- in Biology September 2023
C- in any two of the following: -Chemistry, Mathematics , Physics/ Physical Sciences
 5.Diploma in Medical EngineeringMean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili and Mathematics and Physics/Physical Sciences September 2023
C- in any one of the following: – Biology/Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Electricity, Metal Work, Technical Drawing
 6.Diploma in Public HealthMean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili and Biology/Biological Sciences September 2023
C- in Mathematics and any one of the following: Physics/Physical Sciences, Chemistry
 7. Diploma in Health PromotionMean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili and C- in Biology/Biological Sciences September 2023
D+ in any one of the following: Mathematics, Physics/Physical Sciences, Chemistry
 8. Diploma in Medical Social WorkMean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili and D+ in Biology/Biological Sciences September 2023
C- in any one of the following: Chemistry, Physics/Physical Sciences, Mathematics, Home Science, Agriculture, Business Studies and Geography, History, CRE and IRE
 9. Diploma in Health CounsellingMean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili and D+ in Biology/Biological Sciences September 2023
C- in any one of the following: Religious Studies or History
 10.Diploma in Community Health (NEW)Mean Grade of C (Plain), C- in English or Kiswahili, D+ in Biology/Biological Sciences.
D in any one of the following: Mathematics, Chemistry, Home Science, Agriculture, Physics or Physical Science.
 11.Certificate in Health Records and Information Technology (For Form 4 leavers)Mean Grade C-, C- in English or Kiswahili and D in Biology/ Biological Sciences September 2023
D- in Mathematics and D+ in any one of the following: Physics/Physical Sciences, Chemistry, General Science, Computer Studies, Agriculture, Home Science, Economics, Geography, Commerce and Business Studies
     12.Certificate in Health Records and Information Technology (In Service category)** This course targets those working in the records department but have no professional qualificationsMean Grade D+, D+ in English or Kiswahili, D- in Mathematics   September 2023
   1.                       Working experience of 2 years in the Health Records and Information Department2.                       Recommendation letter from the Health Records & Information Officer In Charge of the facility3.                       Letter of appointment to the current position
 13. Certificate in Nutrition & DieteticsMean Grade D+, D+ in English or Kiswahili and D in Biology /Biological Sciences September 2023
D in Chemistry/Physical Science
D in any one of the following: Home Science, Physics, Agriculture, Mathematics, General Science
 14. Certificate in Medical EngineeringMean Grade C-, C- In English or Kiswahili, D in Mathematics and D- in Physics/Physical Sciences September 2023
D in any one of the following: – Chemistry, Biology/Biological Sciences, Electricity, Metal Work, Technical Drawing.
  15. Certificate in Public HealthMean Grade C-, C- in English or Kiswahili  September 2023
D+ in Biology/Biological Sciences and D in Mathematics
D in any one of the following: Home Science, Physics, Chemistry, Agriculture, Building Construction, Technical Drawing, Electricity or Wood Work
 16.Certificate in community Health Assistant (Upgrading) Foundations Course in Community Health Course or Community Health & Development Course September 2023
  17. Certificate in Community Health AssistantMean Grade C-, D+                or Kiswahili  September 2023
D in Biology/Biological Sciences
D in any of the following: Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics/Physical Sciences, Agriculture, Home Science
 19.Certificate in Medical Emergency Technician Mean Grade of C-, Course duration 1 year September 2023

UPGRADING COURSES

(From Certificate to Diploma Qualifications)

S/NoCourseEntry RequirementsDurationIntake MonthCampus
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING
  1.Diploma in Community Health Nursing (Distance Learning) Certificate in Community Health Nursing (KECN) Registration by the Nursing Council of Kenya2 Years post-graduation experience  2 Years September 2023Kitale, Kapkatet, Embu, Kitui
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH
 2.Diploma in Public Health (Upgrading)Certificate in Environmental Health Sciences Two years working experience 2 yearsSeptember 2023Karuri, Lake Victoria, Kuria
DEPARMENT OF MEDICAL LABORATORY SCINCES
 3.Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences (Upgrading)Certificate in Medical Laboratory Sciences. Registration by the KMLTTB 2 yearsSeptember 2023Lake Victoria- (Full Time)
DEPARTMENT OF MEDICAL ENGINEERING
 4.Diploma in Medical Engineering (Upgrading) Certificate in Medical Engineering. 2 yearsSeptember 2023 Nairobi
DEPARTMENT OF NUTRITION & DIETETICS
 5.Diploma in Nutrition & Dietetics (Upgrading)Holder of a Certificate in Community Nutrition/Nutrition & Dietetics/Food Science & NutritionKNEC Certificate in Nutrition & Dietetics for TVET graduates 2 years September 2023Karen, Homa Bay, Thika, Nyandarua, Makueni and Lodwar
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH RECORDS & INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
   6.  Diploma in Health Records and Information (Upgrading)   Certificate in Health Records and Information   2 years   September 2023Nairobi (E-Learning), Kitui, Nakuru, Siaya, Mombasa, Murang’a, Kuria, Msambweni, Bondo, Rera, Kaptumo, Manza, Rachuonyo, Chwele, Ugenya and Nyamache
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH PROMOTION & COMMUNITY HEALTH
   7.  Certificate in Community Health Extension Work (Short Course)Be a serving Community Health Assistant / Community Health Officer or have qualifications in any of the following fields: Health Promotion, Community Health Nurse, Environmental Health, Epidemiology, Health Records and Information, Health Systems Management, Population Health, Anthropology, Community Development, Community Health, Community Oral Health, Counselling, Nutrition, Psychology, Public Health, Social Work and Sociology or its equivalent field from a recognized institution   4 Months   September 2023   Nairobi and Garissa
  8. Diploma in Community Health (Upgrading) (NEW)  Certificate in Community Health from KMTC  2 years  September 2023Nairobi, Imenti, Kabar- net, Kangundo, Lod- war, Lugari, Mandera, Manza, Nyahururu, Nyamache, Rachuonyo & Tanariver
DEPARTMENT OF ORTHOPAEDIC & TRAUMA MEDICINE
 9Diploma in Orthopaedics and Trauma Medicine Certificate in Orthopaedics Plasta Technology/Certificate in Orthopaedics Trauma Medicine 2 years September/ March Makindu and Kan- gundo

HIGHER DIPLOMA/POSTBASIC COURSES

S/NoCourseMinimum Entry RequirementsIntake MonthCampus
DEPARTMENT OF NURSING
  1. i. Higher Diploma in Oncology NursingDiploma in Nursing or in Community Health Nursing(KRN/ KRCHN), a Diploma in Nursing (KRN/KRM)Registered by the Nursing Council of Kenya (NCK) and a holder of a valid practising licence1 year post-graduation experience  March 2023  Mosoriot
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH
2. Higher Diploma in Public Health:
  2.i. Food Science and InspectionDiploma in Environmental Health SciencesSeptember 2023Nairobi
ii. Solid Waste ManagementDiploma in Environmental Health SciencesSeptember 2023Nairobi
 iii. Occupational Health and SafetyDiploma in any of the following: Environmental Health Sciences, Nursing, Clinical Medicine, Dental Technology, Orthopaedic Technology, Occupational Therapy, and Medical Engineering September 2023 Nairobi
 iv. EpidemiologyDiploma in Environmental Health Sciences, KRCHN, Clinical Medicine, Medical Laboratory Sciences, Pharmacy, Nutrition, Health Records & Information, Community Oral Health September 2023 Nairobi
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH PROMOTION & COMMUNITY HEALTH
 3. Higher Diploma in Health Education and PromotionDiploma in any one of the Health Care professions from KMTC or other recognized institutions OR Diploma in any Social Science from other accredited institutions September 2023 Nairobi
DEPARTMENT OF MEDICAL EDUCATION
 4.Higher Diploma in Medical EducationA diploma in any one of the Health Care professions, and basic knowledge in Computers is an added advantage September 2023 Nairobi
DEPARTMENT OF MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCES
     6.Higher Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences:     Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences and Registered by the KMLTTB     September 2023     Nairobi
i. Parasitology &Entomology
ii. Microbiology
iii. Clinical Chemistry
iv. Haematology
v. Histopathology & Cytopathology
vi. Virology
vii. Blood TransfusionSciences
DEPARTMENT OF CLINICAL MEDICINE & SURGERYHigher Diploma in Clinical Medicine & Surgery:-
i. Higher Diploma in Addictive SciencesDiploma in any health-related course from KMTC OR any other recognized institutionSeptember 2023Mathare
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT
 8.Higher Diploma in Health Systems Management (Distance Learning)Diploma in a Health related course or a BSc. in a health-related course from a recognized institution September 2023 Nairobi
DEPARTMENT OF RADIOGRAPHY & IMAGING
 9.Higher Diploma in Radiography & Imaging (Ultrasonography) Diploma in Medical Imaging Sciences or its equivalent September 2023 Nairobi
 10.Higher Diploma in Radiography & Imaging – (Radiation Therapy)Diploma in Radiotherapy or equivalent/Diploma in Radiography/MIS September 2023Nairobi (Full time/Part Time)
 11.Higher Diploma in Radiography & Imaging – (Computed Tomography)Diploma in Radiography and Imaging (Medical Imaging Science) or it’s Equivalent from a recognized training institution September 2023Nairobi (Full Time/Part Time)
 12.Higher Diploma in Radiography & Imaging– (Magnetic resonance imaging) Diploma in Radiography and Imaging (Medical Imaging Science) or it’s Equivalent from a recognized training institution September 2023 Nairobi (Full Time/Part Time)
DEPARTMENT OF MEDICAL ENGINEERING
13.Higher Diploma in Medical EngineeringDiploma in Medical Engineering, OR an equivalent from a recognized institutionSeptember 2023Nairobi (Part-time)
14.Higher Diploma in Medical Engineering (Dialysis)Diploma in Medical Engineering, OR an equivalent from a recognized institutionSeptember 2023Nairobi (Part-time)
DEPARTMENT OF PHYSIOTHERAPY
15.Higher Diploma in Orthopedic Manual TherapyBsc. Physiotherapy or Diploma in PhysiotherapySeptember 2023Nairobi (Part-time)
16.Higher Diploma in Neuro-rehabilitationDiploma in Physiotherapy/BSc PhysiotherapySeptember 2023Nairobi
Higher Diploma Women’s Health and Pelvic RehabilitationFemale Physiotherapists registered with the Physiotherapy Council of Kenya (PCK) or other Physiotherapy Regulatory Bodies and holders of a Diploma in Physiotherapy or Bsc. Physiotherapy September 2023 Nairobi
DEPARTMENT OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
 17.Higher Diploma in community-Based Rehabilitation (Distance Learning)Diploma in any one of the Health Care Professions from KMTC or other recognized institutions September 2023 Nairobi
DEPARTMENT OF ORTHOPEDIC TECHNOLOGY
 18.Higher Diploma in Orthopaedic Technology (Orthotics) Diploma in Orthopaedic Technology September 2023Nairobi (Distance Learning)
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH PROMOTION & COMMUNITY HEALTH
 19.Higher Diploma in Community Health and HIV/AIDS Care Diploma in any one of the Health Care professions September 2023 Nairobi
DEPARTMENT OF OPTOMETRY
20.Higher Diploma in Optometry (Contact Lenses)Diploma in Optometry/ Diploma in OpticianrySeptember 2023Nairobi
DEPARTMENT OF PHARMACY
   21. Higher Diploma in Clinical PharmacyDiploma in Pharmacy OR Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology from an institution recognized by the Pharmacy and Poisons BoardThree Years Post Qualification Working Experience in the Medical FieldRegistered with the Pharmacy & Poisons BoardApplicants must have met the Minimum Entry Requirements for a Diploma in Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Technology September 2023 Nairobi, Mombasa
 Higher Diploma in Renal Pharmacy March 2023 Nairobi
DEPARTMENT OF ORTHOPEDIC TRAUMA MEDICINE
 22.Higher Diploma in Orthopaedic & Trauma Medicine (Paediatrics) (NEW)Diploma in Orthopaedic & Trauma Medicine or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution2 years post qualification working experience September 2023 Nairobi
DEPARTMENT OF MEDICAL SOCIAL WORK
 23.Higher Diploma in Medical Social Work (Gender Based Violence) (NEW)Diploma in Medical Social Work from KMTC or from any other recognized institution or diploma in any other health-related course from Kenya Medical Training College September 2023 Karuri
DEPARTMENT OF NUTRITION AND DIETETICS
  24. Higher Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics (Renal Nutrition) (NEW)Diploma in Nutrition & Dietetics /Diploma in Community Nutrition from KMTC or any other institution recognized by KMTCRegistration by the Kenya Nutrition and Dietetics Institute (KNDI) and holder of a valid practising license from KNDI 2 Years post Diploma experience  March 2023  Karen
DEPARTMENT OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
 25.Higher Diploma in occupational Therapy (Renal Rehabilitation) (NEW) Diploma in Occupational Therapy from a recognized institution March 2023 Nairobi

SHORT COURSES

The following short courses are on offer on various campuses. Short courses are offered to individuals and corporates or tailor-made for organizations.

Enrol today to meet your Continuous Professional Development (CPD) requirements and remain relevant in your profession.

The application shall be made online by logging in to the KMTC portal – available at www.kmtc.ac.ke choosing the option short courses and following the steps as prompted by the system.

 NO. Course Description Target Group Campus Duration Fees (KES)
   1.  HIV Training and Counseling services (HTS)The course prepares participants to provide comprehensive HIVTesting Services (HTS), strengthen linkage to care and treatment and other post-test services, define target populations who may particularly benefit from HIV testing services (accredited by NASCOP) Health workers Anyone interested in working in HIV/AIDS programs (minimum Diploma) Lake Victoria Nairobi Kisumu Machakos Homa Bay Nakuru   3 weeks   24,500
   2.  Adherence Counseling The course equips participants with knowledge & skills to motivate persons living with HIV/AIDS to maintain their treatment and adhere to the guidelines providedThose with certificates in HTS, health or social sciences, counselling, community health & development.(Must have done VCT counselling) NairobiLake Victoria Homa Bay Machakos Nakuru 1 Week full time + 1-month practicum/mentorship   16,500
   3.    Echocardiography  This course enables the learner to acquire skills and competencies in the generation and interpretation of images of the heart and blood vessels using ultrasoundRadiographers with at least a Diploma in radiography and Imaging or its equivalent from the Kenya Medical Training College or any other institution of Higher Learning recognized by the Academic Council   Nairobi  3 months (part-time)   90,500
   4.   Monitoring & evaluationThe course provides participants with the requisite knowledge to design and implement healthcare projects to meet the populations’ health needs and promote evidence-based decision making. Graduates work with local & international NGOs, public & private sector projectsProject Managers, Project Officers, Project Assistants, health information officers, and practitioners involved in designing, supervising, coordinating or monitoring interventions (minimum Diploma)  Siaya Nairobi Murang’a  4 weeks  35,500full time
 5. Healthcare EntrepreneurshipThis course empowers participants to become healthcare entrepreneurs or to manage their healthcare businesses profitably Healthcare workers and those in the healthcare business Nairobi 2 weeks 25,500
   6.   Health Systems Management  This course prepares participants to become managers in the healthcare sector.Healthcare workers with a minimum qualification of Diploma (healthcare professionals, health administrators, human resource officers, procurement officers, project managers, etc)   Nairobi   eeks   40,500
  7.  Leadership Development ProgramThis course is focused on building the leadership capacity of healthcare workers. Working in their real work teams, participants learn leading, managing, and governing practices that enable them to face challenges and achieve measurable resultsTraining targets teams from healthcare units. Teams learn through implementing a leadership project chosen by their health system leaders  Nairobi4 workshops of 3 days each.Mentorship & coaching between workshops  50,500
  8.   Safe PhlebotomyThe course gives participants knowledge and skills to perform safe phlebotomy, provide quality specimens for laboratory tests, handle phlebotomy equipment and avoid occupational exposure.Laboratory technicians, technologists, scientists, medical officers, clinical officers, nurses, other certificates or diploma in a health-related courseNairobi Port ReitzLake Victoria NyeriKitui Machakos  3 days  15,500
  9.Infection Prevention and Control (with emphasis on COVID-19) This course equips participants with knowledge & skills to prevent and control infections in different healthcare setupsHealthcare workers, hospital support staff, hospital administrations, HTC counsellors, caregivers in generalMakindu Kitui Nairobi Nyeri Isiolo  5 days  7,500
  10.  First aid and basic life supportThis course empowers participants to prevent and manage life-threatening emergencies. The training follows approved international guidelinesDrivers, hoteliers, Police officers, Security firms, County emergency / Disaster teams, teachers/ carers etcEldoret Makindu Thika Machakos Msambweni 2 weeks (part-time)  10,500
  11. Sign Language for Health workersThe course prepares participants to communicate in sign language, helping the deaf access healthcare in line with Universal Health CoverageHealth workers & those interested in working with the deaf; minimum requirement Certificate in any course Molo Murang’a6 months (3fulltime & 3 practicum)  60,500
  12.  Pelvic Floor RehabilitationThis course is designed to provide participants with essential skills to perform the assessment of pelvic floor dysfunctions and treatment interventions using evidence-based practice techniques. Physiotherapists’ Minimum Requirement Diploma in Physiotherapy  Nairobi  2 weeks  20,500
 13. Vestibular RehabilitationThis course prepares participants with knowledge and skills to manage the vestibular system, dizziness and balance disturbance disorders.Physiotherapists’ Minimum Requirement Diploma in Physiotherapy Nairobi One week 10,500
  14. Exercise Physiology and prescription. (Therapeutic)The training provides participants with knowledge and skills on global evidence based standardized exercise protocols after musculoskeletal injuries. Physiotherapists Minimum Requirement Diploma in Physiotherapy  Nairobi  2 weeks  15,500
  15.  Geriatric RehabilitationThis course focuses on biopsychosocial aspects of ageing. Integration of physical ageing process, appropriate evidence-based evaluation techniques, outcome measures and design of effective treatment plan. Physiotherapists’ Minimum Requirement Diploma in Physiotherapy  Nairobi  2 weeks  15,500
  16.  Nutrition in critical careThe course prepares participants to assess the nutritional needs of critically ill patients, formulate appropriate nutritional interventions and apply an integrated approach to manage critically ill patientsHealthcare workers (doctors, nurses, clinical officers, nutritionists, pharmacy technologists, lab technologists and community health workers)  Makueni Thika  2 weeks  25,500
  17. NEWPoint of Care Ultrasound in MidwiferyThe course prepares participants to be proficient in performing Point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) in Maternity to evaluate an obstetric emergency condition so as to make immediate patient-care decisions. Practising Midwives registered by the Nursing Council of Kenya  Nairobi  6 months full time  120,500
  18.Certificate in Medical Emergency Medical Technician The course prepares participants to respond to medical emergencies as first-line responders  Mean Grade of C-  Nairobi  1 year  80,700

Successful Candidates will be sent to train in any of our 72 Campuses where the courses are offered.

FOLLOW THE APPLICATION GUIDELINES ON THE WEBSITE (Website: www.kmtc.ac.ke)